How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
06-03-2005, 11:57 PM
#11
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
On 3 Jun 2005 18:06:43 -0700, QuickTruck wrote:
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
I have no idea how much the work is worth. However, a major factor is
the relationship between you and your neighbor. You may want to ask
only a nominal fee, if your neighbor is a good friend or you may want
to ask a bit more if you don't want to encourage free sharing of your
resources (skill and time). Often I won't even ask a fee for things I
do for friends, but that is just my choice. If I'm offered some
compensation, I don't haggle over it at all and just let the amount be
what it is. Maybe ask your neighbor to cover the cost of taking your
wife to a fancy restaurant :-).
-D
--
A violent man entices his neighbor
and leads him down a path that is not good.
Proverbs 16:29
www: http://dman13.dyndns.org/~dman/ jabber: dman@dman13.dyndns.org
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
I have no idea how much the work is worth. However, a major factor is
the relationship between you and your neighbor. You may want to ask
only a nominal fee, if your neighbor is a good friend or you may want
to ask a bit more if you don't want to encourage free sharing of your
resources (skill and time). Often I won't even ask a fee for things I
do for friends, but that is just my choice. If I'm offered some
compensation, I don't haggle over it at all and just let the amount be
what it is. Maybe ask your neighbor to cover the cost of taking your
wife to a fancy restaurant :-).
-D
--
A violent man entices his neighbor
and leads him down a path that is not good.
Proverbs 16:29
www: http://dman13.dyndns.org/~dman/ jabber: dman@dman13.dyndns.org
06-03-2005, 11:57 PM
#12
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
On 3 Jun 2005 18:06:43 -0700, QuickTruck wrote:
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
I have no idea how much the work is worth. However, a major factor is
the relationship between you and your neighbor. You may want to ask
only a nominal fee, if your neighbor is a good friend or you may want
to ask a bit more if you don't want to encourage free sharing of your
resources (skill and time). Often I won't even ask a fee for things I
do for friends, but that is just my choice. If I'm offered some
compensation, I don't haggle over it at all and just let the amount be
what it is. Maybe ask your neighbor to cover the cost of taking your
wife to a fancy restaurant :-).
-D
--
A violent man entices his neighbor
and leads him down a path that is not good.
Proverbs 16:29
www: http://dman13.dyndns.org/~dman/ jabber: dman@dman13.dyndns.org
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
I have no idea how much the work is worth. However, a major factor is
the relationship between you and your neighbor. You may want to ask
only a nominal fee, if your neighbor is a good friend or you may want
to ask a bit more if you don't want to encourage free sharing of your
resources (skill and time). Often I won't even ask a fee for things I
do for friends, but that is just my choice. If I'm offered some
compensation, I don't haggle over it at all and just let the amount be
what it is. Maybe ask your neighbor to cover the cost of taking your
wife to a fancy restaurant :-).
-D
--
A violent man entices his neighbor
and leads him down a path that is not good.
Proverbs 16:29
www: http://dman13.dyndns.org/~dman/ jabber: dman@dman13.dyndns.org
06-03-2005, 11:57 PM
#13
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
On 3 Jun 2005 18:06:43 -0700, QuickTruck wrote:
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
I have no idea how much the work is worth. However, a major factor is
the relationship between you and your neighbor. You may want to ask
only a nominal fee, if your neighbor is a good friend or you may want
to ask a bit more if you don't want to encourage free sharing of your
resources (skill and time). Often I won't even ask a fee for things I
do for friends, but that is just my choice. If I'm offered some
compensation, I don't haggle over it at all and just let the amount be
what it is. Maybe ask your neighbor to cover the cost of taking your
wife to a fancy restaurant :-).
-D
--
A violent man entices his neighbor
and leads him down a path that is not good.
Proverbs 16:29
www: http://dman13.dyndns.org/~dman/ jabber: dman@dman13.dyndns.org
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
I have no idea how much the work is worth. However, a major factor is
the relationship between you and your neighbor. You may want to ask
only a nominal fee, if your neighbor is a good friend or you may want
to ask a bit more if you don't want to encourage free sharing of your
resources (skill and time). Often I won't even ask a fee for things I
do for friends, but that is just my choice. If I'm offered some
compensation, I don't haggle over it at all and just let the amount be
what it is. Maybe ask your neighbor to cover the cost of taking your
wife to a fancy restaurant :-).
-D
--
A violent man entices his neighbor
and leads him down a path that is not good.
Proverbs 16:29
www: http://dman13.dyndns.org/~dman/ jabber: dman@dman13.dyndns.org
06-04-2005, 03:19 PM
#14
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
I've never done that kind of work for someone, but I've done simple things
(starters, alternators, batteries, tune ups, oil changes, etc.). I've never
asked for a penny. Sometimes they've forced a $20 on me. I gracefully
accept. Otherwise I just say they can buy me lunch/dinner sometime or
invite me over for a BBQ. That's about all I've ever asked for when they
say "so how much do I owe you...".
That said, I had an acquataince rebuild the carbs and forks on an old
motorcycle of mine. Didn't ask for money for parts or labor. I hardly knew
the guy! He saw I was having a hard time getting it running (we were a part
of the same Yahoo group) and lived only a few miles from my house. Told me
to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
with a baby on the way...). He gracefully accepted and later told me he
uses money from projects like that to improve his garage so he can do more
projects for people. Great guy. We became pretty good friends before I had
to move. Again.
Eric
"QuickTruck" <QuickTruck@Aol.Com> wrote in message
news:1117847203.747521.82000@o13g2000cwo.googlegro ups.com...
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
>
> Thanks,
> Don W
>
(starters, alternators, batteries, tune ups, oil changes, etc.). I've never
asked for a penny. Sometimes they've forced a $20 on me. I gracefully
accept. Otherwise I just say they can buy me lunch/dinner sometime or
invite me over for a BBQ. That's about all I've ever asked for when they
say "so how much do I owe you...".
That said, I had an acquataince rebuild the carbs and forks on an old
motorcycle of mine. Didn't ask for money for parts or labor. I hardly knew
the guy! He saw I was having a hard time getting it running (we were a part
of the same Yahoo group) and lived only a few miles from my house. Told me
to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
with a baby on the way...). He gracefully accepted and later told me he
uses money from projects like that to improve his garage so he can do more
projects for people. Great guy. We became pretty good friends before I had
to move. Again.
Eric
"QuickTruck" <QuickTruck@Aol.Com> wrote in message
news:1117847203.747521.82000@o13g2000cwo.googlegro ups.com...
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
>
> Thanks,
> Don W
>
06-04-2005, 03:19 PM
#15
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
I've never done that kind of work for someone, but I've done simple things
(starters, alternators, batteries, tune ups, oil changes, etc.). I've never
asked for a penny. Sometimes they've forced a $20 on me. I gracefully
accept. Otherwise I just say they can buy me lunch/dinner sometime or
invite me over for a BBQ. That's about all I've ever asked for when they
say "so how much do I owe you...".
That said, I had an acquataince rebuild the carbs and forks on an old
motorcycle of mine. Didn't ask for money for parts or labor. I hardly knew
the guy! He saw I was having a hard time getting it running (we were a part
of the same Yahoo group) and lived only a few miles from my house. Told me
to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
with a baby on the way...). He gracefully accepted and later told me he
uses money from projects like that to improve his garage so he can do more
projects for people. Great guy. We became pretty good friends before I had
to move. Again.
Eric
"QuickTruck" <QuickTruck@Aol.Com> wrote in message
news:1117847203.747521.82000@o13g2000cwo.googlegro ups.com...
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
>
> Thanks,
> Don W
>
(starters, alternators, batteries, tune ups, oil changes, etc.). I've never
asked for a penny. Sometimes they've forced a $20 on me. I gracefully
accept. Otherwise I just say they can buy me lunch/dinner sometime or
invite me over for a BBQ. That's about all I've ever asked for when they
say "so how much do I owe you...".
That said, I had an acquataince rebuild the carbs and forks on an old
motorcycle of mine. Didn't ask for money for parts or labor. I hardly knew
the guy! He saw I was having a hard time getting it running (we were a part
of the same Yahoo group) and lived only a few miles from my house. Told me
to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
with a baby on the way...). He gracefully accepted and later told me he
uses money from projects like that to improve his garage so he can do more
projects for people. Great guy. We became pretty good friends before I had
to move. Again.
Eric
"QuickTruck" <QuickTruck@Aol.Com> wrote in message
news:1117847203.747521.82000@o13g2000cwo.googlegro ups.com...
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
>
> Thanks,
> Don W
>
06-04-2005, 03:19 PM
#16
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
I've never done that kind of work for someone, but I've done simple things
(starters, alternators, batteries, tune ups, oil changes, etc.). I've never
asked for a penny. Sometimes they've forced a $20 on me. I gracefully
accept. Otherwise I just say they can buy me lunch/dinner sometime or
invite me over for a BBQ. That's about all I've ever asked for when they
say "so how much do I owe you...".
That said, I had an acquataince rebuild the carbs and forks on an old
motorcycle of mine. Didn't ask for money for parts or labor. I hardly knew
the guy! He saw I was having a hard time getting it running (we were a part
of the same Yahoo group) and lived only a few miles from my house. Told me
to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
with a baby on the way...). He gracefully accepted and later told me he
uses money from projects like that to improve his garage so he can do more
projects for people. Great guy. We became pretty good friends before I had
to move. Again.
Eric
"QuickTruck" <QuickTruck@Aol.Com> wrote in message
news:1117847203.747521.82000@o13g2000cwo.googlegro ups.com...
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
>
> Thanks,
> Don W
>
(starters, alternators, batteries, tune ups, oil changes, etc.). I've never
asked for a penny. Sometimes they've forced a $20 on me. I gracefully
accept. Otherwise I just say they can buy me lunch/dinner sometime or
invite me over for a BBQ. That's about all I've ever asked for when they
say "so how much do I owe you...".
That said, I had an acquataince rebuild the carbs and forks on an old
motorcycle of mine. Didn't ask for money for parts or labor. I hardly knew
the guy! He saw I was having a hard time getting it running (we were a part
of the same Yahoo group) and lived only a few miles from my house. Told me
to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
with a baby on the way...). He gracefully accepted and later told me he
uses money from projects like that to improve his garage so he can do more
projects for people. Great guy. We became pretty good friends before I had
to move. Again.
Eric
"QuickTruck" <QuickTruck@Aol.Com> wrote in message
news:1117847203.747521.82000@o13g2000cwo.googlegro ups.com...
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
>
> Thanks,
> Don W
>
06-04-2005, 03:19 PM
#17
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
I've never done that kind of work for someone, but I've done simple things
(starters, alternators, batteries, tune ups, oil changes, etc.). I've never
asked for a penny. Sometimes they've forced a $20 on me. I gracefully
accept. Otherwise I just say they can buy me lunch/dinner sometime or
invite me over for a BBQ. That's about all I've ever asked for when they
say "so how much do I owe you...".
That said, I had an acquataince rebuild the carbs and forks on an old
motorcycle of mine. Didn't ask for money for parts or labor. I hardly knew
the guy! He saw I was having a hard time getting it running (we were a part
of the same Yahoo group) and lived only a few miles from my house. Told me
to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
with a baby on the way...). He gracefully accepted and later told me he
uses money from projects like that to improve his garage so he can do more
projects for people. Great guy. We became pretty good friends before I had
to move. Again.
Eric
"QuickTruck" <QuickTruck@Aol.Com> wrote in message
news:1117847203.747521.82000@o13g2000cwo.googlegro ups.com...
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
>
> Thanks,
> Don W
>
(starters, alternators, batteries, tune ups, oil changes, etc.). I've never
asked for a penny. Sometimes they've forced a $20 on me. I gracefully
accept. Otherwise I just say they can buy me lunch/dinner sometime or
invite me over for a BBQ. That's about all I've ever asked for when they
say "so how much do I owe you...".
That said, I had an acquataince rebuild the carbs and forks on an old
motorcycle of mine. Didn't ask for money for parts or labor. I hardly knew
the guy! He saw I was having a hard time getting it running (we were a part
of the same Yahoo group) and lived only a few miles from my house. Told me
to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
with a baby on the way...). He gracefully accepted and later told me he
uses money from projects like that to improve his garage so he can do more
projects for people. Great guy. We became pretty good friends before I had
to move. Again.
Eric
"QuickTruck" <QuickTruck@Aol.Com> wrote in message
news:1117847203.747521.82000@o13g2000cwo.googlegro ups.com...
> Hey Everyone,
> A neighbor asked me to do engine work on his Chevy 350. Basic
> small-block, 70's vintage with carb. He paid for the parts and machine
> work. I had to figure out what cam he should use, parts
> recommendations and assemble the whole thing for him. It's ready for
> him to pick up and he's been asking how much he owes me. I've always
> done engines for myself, but this is the first time getting paid for
> it. I probably have 10 hours in it, including dissably prep and
> assembly. I'm not a pro, but a pretty successfull do-it-yourself
> mechanic.
>
> Thanks,
> Don W
>
06-04-2005, 03:49 PM
#18
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
I still remember a vet that looked after my cat really well in '88 ; he must
have guessed that I was young with no money, and he only charged £20 quid
for the operation and all the jabs she needed, and pretended that was the
normal rate. It was my first job in a new city, so I knew nobody and life
was tough. I had found the cat abandoned and figured we were both in the
same boat, so I kept it. I tried to find that guy a few years later to say
thanks again, but he had moved on. Made me realize that I could repay the
favour by following his example..
Dave Milne, Scotland
'91 Grand Wagoneer, '99 TJ
"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:09noe.37064$6g3.18014@tornado.texas.rr.com...
> to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
> gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
> with a baby on the way...).
have guessed that I was young with no money, and he only charged £20 quid
for the operation and all the jabs she needed, and pretended that was the
normal rate. It was my first job in a new city, so I knew nobody and life
was tough. I had found the cat abandoned and figured we were both in the
same boat, so I kept it. I tried to find that guy a few years later to say
thanks again, but he had moved on. Made me realize that I could repay the
favour by following his example..
Dave Milne, Scotland
'91 Grand Wagoneer, '99 TJ
"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:09noe.37064$6g3.18014@tornado.texas.rr.com...
> to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
> gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
> with a baby on the way...).
06-04-2005, 03:49 PM
#19
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
I still remember a vet that looked after my cat really well in '88 ; he must
have guessed that I was young with no money, and he only charged £20 quid
for the operation and all the jabs she needed, and pretended that was the
normal rate. It was my first job in a new city, so I knew nobody and life
was tough. I had found the cat abandoned and figured we were both in the
same boat, so I kept it. I tried to find that guy a few years later to say
thanks again, but he had moved on. Made me realize that I could repay the
favour by following his example..
Dave Milne, Scotland
'91 Grand Wagoneer, '99 TJ
"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:09noe.37064$6g3.18014@tornado.texas.rr.com...
> to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
> gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
> with a baby on the way...).
have guessed that I was young with no money, and he only charged £20 quid
for the operation and all the jabs she needed, and pretended that was the
normal rate. It was my first job in a new city, so I knew nobody and life
was tough. I had found the cat abandoned and figured we were both in the
same boat, so I kept it. I tried to find that guy a few years later to say
thanks again, but he had moved on. Made me realize that I could repay the
favour by following his example..
Dave Milne, Scotland
'91 Grand Wagoneer, '99 TJ
"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:09noe.37064$6g3.18014@tornado.texas.rr.com...
> to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
> gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
> with a baby on the way...).
06-04-2005, 03:49 PM
#20
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Re: How much $ to charge for engine assembly?
I still remember a vet that looked after my cat really well in '88 ; he must
have guessed that I was young with no money, and he only charged £20 quid
for the operation and all the jabs she needed, and pretended that was the
normal rate. It was my first job in a new city, so I knew nobody and life
was tough. I had found the cat abandoned and figured we were both in the
same boat, so I kept it. I tried to find that guy a few years later to say
thanks again, but he had moved on. Made me realize that I could repay the
favour by following his example..
Dave Milne, Scotland
'91 Grand Wagoneer, '99 TJ
"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:09noe.37064$6g3.18014@tornado.texas.rr.com...
> to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
> gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
> with a baby on the way...).
have guessed that I was young with no money, and he only charged £20 quid
for the operation and all the jabs she needed, and pretended that was the
normal rate. It was my first job in a new city, so I knew nobody and life
was tough. I had found the cat abandoned and figured we were both in the
same boat, so I kept it. I tried to find that guy a few years later to say
thanks again, but he had moved on. Made me realize that I could repay the
favour by following his example..
Dave Milne, Scotland
'91 Grand Wagoneer, '99 TJ
"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:09noe.37064$6g3.18014@tornado.texas.rr.com...
> to drop it off. Three days or so later I had a bike that ran like new! I
> gave him $40 and apologized as that's all I could afford at the time (SSgt
> with a baby on the way...).
