Charge for TT setup?

On a $6K table there WILL be ample margin to at least include free setup. And if they're at all competent, it won't take much of their time to do so, and do it properly. The dealer sounds rather stingy to me, unless they've got those $6K tables flying off the shelves, and are utilizing every minute to fill the next order.

This is one of the services that a good local dealer should provide (along with GREAT systems you can audition in person), in order to build strong relationships that will withstand the onslaught of temptations from e.g. audiogon and online discounters.

Expecting your ass to be kissed is ridiculous, no matter the margin. That's not a good way to live life or conduct business. Be a reasonable human being. However, in this case you can expect to have the upper hand in bargaining, and use that to your full advantage. A discount plus free (quality) installation can be had from other dealers; prepare to walk if this one won't budge.

Given the typical disposition of us audiogon forum goers, "years of enjoyment" is much more likely to be: "days of bliss, followed by months of tepid satisfaction, giving into doubt, followed by days of increasing upgrade urges, finally culminating in a new 'what should I buy' thread" ;)