A scene from Star Trek III: The Search for Spock 1984
James T. Kirk

How much refit time before we can take her out again?

Montgomery Scott

Eight weeks, Sir, [Kirk opens his mouth] but ya don't have eight weeks, so I'll do it for ya in two.

James T. Kirk

Mr.Scott. Have you always multiplied your repair estimates by a factor of four?

Montgomery Scott

Certainly, Sir. How else can I keep my reputation as a miracle worker?

James T. Kirk

[over the intercom]

Your reputation is secure, Scotty.

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