week air flo from dash (need to replace blend air door damper)

What do you mean 'shortcuts?' It's about 3.5 hours labor and about $100 for the part. The dash has to come out so the work is fairly intensive but I thihk the job should be about $400 to $500. Try another shop for an estimate. Here's a directory link for you: http://repairpal.com/dodge-repair-in-mount-arlington-new-jersey