I have a 1999 ES300. I got a quick strut assembly and a sway bar to install. I tried it myself and with a friend but for safety reasons, my friend decided not to go any further and suggested to bring it to a mechanic or to a auto shop.
I went to American tire depot and they are charging $188/hr for labor if I give them the parts (which I already bought). Is this normal? where else should I look?
Thanks!
Considering how expensive everything is in that area it would not surprise me if $188/hour is on the low side. You could try a local independent mechanic rather than a chain shop.
Be aware that no mechanic is going to guarantee a job where the customer supplies the parts. Many will not even work on that basis.
These are listed on this forum under the 'General' heading in Frequently Asked Questions at the top of the home page.
https://carkiller.com/scottykilmer/howto/mechanics/
