[Yaesu] FT-897D 2 meter final

[Dan Cotsirilos K9DTC]

The radio was dropped off and picked up. It was only a question based on the 
fact that most 2 meter radios cost around $150 OR LESS brand new it didn't 
make sense that just a final could cost that much? I was mis-informed $150 
was not for a POWER MODULE just the final transistor.


Dan K9DTC



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "ron" <roncasa at verizon.net>
To: <yaesu at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Sunday, May 25, 2008 8:59 AM
Subject: Re: [Yaesu] FT-897D 2 meter final


>
>>> A friend of mine took a FT-897D to AES for repair. 2 meters transmit 
>>> went
>>> out. They claim the final (part without labor)cost $150? Isn't this 
>>> about 3
>>> times the real cost?
>>>
> Gang,
>
> I used to work for a copier company. Before that, bench service radio and 
> TV. Both accumulated over 25 years experience. The norm for parts is 
> double the price. This helps to recover ship costs and some profit.
>
> Some companies charge 3 X list price. Yes, servicing fees are expensive 
> but people should not go around bad mouthing service without knowing how 
> it runs. Look at the automotive industry for example. Average costs 5, 6 
> hundred dollars to repair a car.
>
> Now if the service was unsatisfactory such as incorrect repairs ..... 
> complain to them. Not on the reflector.
> Another example I have seen:
> It is funny how customers complain about pennies but accept the thousands, 
> the medical profession bills them.
>
> Complain about the oil companies, not electronic servicing, whom are 
> trying to make a living.
> Peace.
>
> 73
> Ron
> "CW, an esoteric experience"
>
>
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