I am weighing the options of DIY versus indy.....

I can certainly save some money by buying my own parts and DIY, but the cost of the chain press might make up for those savings (as well as my time and tears).

How many hours would a specialized shop require to do this job?

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Current Mercedes
1979 maple yellow 240D 4-speed

Gone and fondly remembered:
1980 orient red 240D 4-speed

Gone and NOT fondly remembered:
1982 Chna Blue 300TD

Other car in the stable:
2013 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI / 6-speed MT