Posted by super99 on April 02, 2023 at 19:04:49 from (75.106.102.220):
A neighbor asked if I would convert one of his Farmall H's from 6 volt to 12 volt alternator. He's wanted it done for years and has asked a couple different mechanics to do it but they never get around to it and he's tired of waiting. No fee was discussed, just get it done. I wanted to bring it over and work on it in my shed but it doesn't run so I have to go there to work on it.(3 miles away). I picked up the parts which he will pay for. He is there when I work on it and we venture off onto other stuff he wants done also. I should finish tomorrow, just need to get the belt on and put the last end on the wire to the alternator and some wire ties and it should be done. I have no idea what to charge him. I have remade the alternator bracket and tightener and a bracket for the resistor. I have about 6 1/2 hours in it so far and another hour or so should have it running. Independent mechanics charge about $75 to 90/ hour, dealers are way over $100/hour. I'm not a certified mechanic and don't expect top dollar but would like fair compensation for doing work that he can't. If it makes any difference, He is 78 and money is no object, he can buy anything he wants. I've known him forever but no close ties. How much do you charge for your time?? Thanks, Chris
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