If I remember correctly, my MB tech (worked for MB for a few years) does them for $2700CDN. That is using the standard evap core. He recommends spending the additional $ (not sure how much but I think a few hundred) to buy the all copper core so you will never have to do this job again.

So figure US$2300 for the job at today's exchange rate. He mentioned 22-23 hours for the job off the top of his head.

He's done a ton of these (including his own car) and almost has the process memorized.. He doesn't seem to think this is such a huge issue at all.. He said "most of the cars have had them done by now (especially the earlier ones), and it's not too big of a risk you run on a one-time repair that MIGHT need to be done"

Neal

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