it was all part of the purchase negotiation, but basically was $1200 + total (parts and labor)... so a little on the high side of course (since its a dealer), but for me, probably the right way to go (otherwise would have NEVER got it done)

they did not promise an alignment also, but going to talk to them to see if I can gt them to throw it in... they are being pretty cool, because hell, i know they just made a nice chunk of change off me.

its like tipping the bartender real good... at the end of the night, you spent more than you needed to, but you probably got better / faster service than the other guy, a friendlier vibe, a little more juice and probably a comp here or there.


guys, thanks for all the input.. i wish I understood more about this and how the setting affect things... intersesting the different ideas. I feel so ignorant for not really understanding