Cost of setting timing, on a V8 ??
I live in north east pa. Danielsville near Allentown. If you would have come here that sort of job is free. Checking the timing chain adjusting the air mixture screws and setting the timing are about 15 min. Some times when you do little things for no charge they come back for repairs. Most will always slip you a tip for free service.
You got screwed by a little guy that thinks he is a new car dealer. He will go no where . His clientele is low so he needs to make as much money as he can on anyone that walks in. Wonder what repairs would cost there. FABO guys are always welcome here and help is always given. I do complete tune ups for less. Steve
Only broke stupid people work for free.
As pointed out, he has the tools, the shop and the KNOWLEDGE to do it. You charge what it's worth.
Stupid people who treat this as a hobby have killed the making of a living at a profession that requires an ASSLOAD of tools and tooling, and incredible amount of overhead and knowledge out the ***.
Plus, you now have to deal with interweb pricks who do this because they "love" it and will work for free.
Seems you and I have had this same conversation and I see you've learned nothing.
There is no excuse to not own a timing light if you are going to do this for fun or a living.
And then, you always have the customers who **** **** up and then blame the guy who touched it last. Don't forget insurance, taxes, cleaning supplies, power, water, garbage...
Some of you need to get a real world experience. Life isn't free.
Be happy the guy has your **** tuned up.