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Old 11-22-2007, 05:52 PM
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Re: Know a good shop in Northern AZ (Maricopa County area) POST IT HERE!!

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My shop I specialize in drivetrain parts and work.
www.txdrivetrain.com

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What with the link? I need a shop... 84 T/A. noisy 5 speed
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Originally Posted by FabricatorX
We (Action Speed and Machine / Action RaceFab) build their engines, so I know that those are good

action speed and machine did some great work on my 72 240Z head.
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Originally Posted by FabricatorX
We (Action Speed and Machine / Action RaceFab) build their engines, so I know that those are good
as of yesterday... I need an engine. Im looking for a deal on a 350
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LARAMEE REPAIR AND WELDING. THEY HAVE DONE ALL MY MODS AND FABRICATIONS. (6 SPEED SWAP AND SO ON)

RUSSEL OR MIKE
602-252-6309
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LARAMEE REPAIR AND WELDING. THEY HAVE DONE ALL MY MODS AND FABRICATIONS. (6 SPEED SWAP AND SO ON)

RUSSEL OR MIKE
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Old 04-14-2008, 02:19 PM
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I drove to Mesa Differential today and asked them if they work on Australian 9 bolt posi rears. They had never work on one before and didn't know what a cone type posi was. I got in my car and drove away quick. Wow.

Does anyone know a good shop to rebuild a 9 bolt besides Az. Differential Specialists? They are far away from where I live.
Thanks!
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verdone performance, scottsdale,az (located at northsite and butherus) one of the best shops i have ever stepped into. very clean and knowledgeable people
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Doc's Engine and Machine in Tucson ..dont bother with them.Doc's son is running the place and he got sick(out for weeks).They had my engine for almost 3 months.All they did was machine work no assembly work other then pistons on rods and cam bearings installed.When I got it back I had one rod backwards,and one rod not centered on the piston pin.And didnt even cut me a deal for waiting for so long,oh I forgot he didnt charge me for stretching the new rod bolts..I dont think the shop will be around much longer..owes back child support (ex going after him) and he might be losing his parents house and possibly sleeping in the back of the shop.Place hasnt been the same since Doc owned it.Tried going back to get the one rod reversed and nobody is there?.Anybody had better luck elsewhere?..

Sorry wrong posting area ..can someone move this to the Southern area thks

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i have a few shops...
ron fassel ask for ron they do lots of stuff, he long blocked my engine
B&R ask for Ralph roll cage, exhaust... guy is great welder they do lots of work
ray at Basko
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Engine House on I-17 and Indian School. http://www.enginehouse.com/

Received numerous referrals to them, had my 305 rebuilt about 1500 miles ago after a blown head gasket. Good work, with a 50k mile/36mo warranty. Every mechanic/car guy I've mentioned them to has have great things to say about them as well.
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Originally Posted by old Phart
I drove to Mesa Differential today and asked them if they work on Australian 9 bolt posi rears. They had never work on one before and didn't know what a cone type posi was. I got in my car and drove away quick. Wow.

Does anyone know a good shop to rebuild a 9 bolt besides Az. Differential Specialists? They are far away from where I live.
Thanks!
I am still looking for an expert 9 bolt posi shop for inspection/rebuild in the Phoenix, Arizona area. Please help me. Thanks!

Got it done at Az. Differential Specialists. Good job, fair price.

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I just sold my 86 v6 camaro today and picked up a 89 trans am gta(man that car is amazing) does anyone know some paint shops who do good work at a reasonable price, and I also need my seats upholstered as well?

If u guy can refer me to some good shop I will gladly appreciate it..

Ps I will post pics of my new car later in the southwest forum!
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Sincw we're all fans of working on our own cars, if you need a clutch job done Clutch Dr is a good place to go, they resurfaced my flywheel and soled me a LUK clutch, installed the pilot and everything for $129, granted thats when i was attending MCC but theyre still pretty good, oh and MCC itself is pretty good for certain things, we were doing full alignments for $20 i think the hourly rate has bumped up to $25 though, you can also have work done there for $25/ flat rate hour, all of the instructors (except Mr. D'ambrosio who worked for Ford) worked for GM, one of the instructors Steve worked at the proving grounds through the production of our cars if it helps lol youll have college students working on your car but nothing leaves the shop without the instructors looking it over if you need good work done cheap check it out
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Has anyone heard of, had work done, or used the facilities over at UFixIt Center? ( http://www.ufixitcenter.com/index ) I'm thinking of heading over there to work on my door hinge pins (since I don't have any tools of my own, and my apartment complex won't let me do what they consider "major work" in the parking lot).

The place sounds pretty cool on paper, just wondering if anyone has any experience with them.
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I'm looking for someone near Phoenix that can help me with my motor, I've got a 1985 Iroc-Z with a 305 FI that just started knockin, i'm pretty sure it's a Rod Knock but i'm not 100% maybe someonce around here has some tools and would like to drink some beer and work on a old motor together. I'm in the military and live on base so i dont really have the tools needed to pull a motor out. I will pay for your friendship. haha. i want to just pull the motor out and check out the bottom end and replace what needs to be replaced and drop it back in. this car is clean and it's pretty much my baby. you can see the car on my facebook. www.facebook.com/bigwayne69 add me message me. i'm in need of some help or somewhere i could take my car and have it rebuilt pretty cheap.
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Re: Know a good shop in Northern AZ (Maricopa County area) POST IT HERE!!

Originally Posted by Rawdge
Has anyone heard of, had work done, or used the facilities over at UFixIt Center? ( http://www.ufixitcenter.com/index ) I'm thinking of heading over there to work on my door hinge pins (since I don't have any tools of my own, and my apartment complex won't let me do what they consider "major work" in the parking lot).

The place sounds pretty cool on paper, just wondering if anyone has any experience with them.
I'd actually recommend DIY Performance Automotive if you live in Mesa. http://www.diyperformanceautomotive.com/

Same concept as UFixIt with the rental lifts and tools but DIY is owned and operated by a family of car guys with a history of owning their own Camaro's. Plus, if you get in over your head, they have a couple of mechanics on duty you can get help or advice from.

And, yes, I know the owners personally. But I'm not affiliated with the shop.
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PRK automotive in Mesa. Phil Gaeta owner/operator he knows his stuff when it comes to GM cars, excellent transmission builder, rear end gear set ups and any LS(x) engine upgrades, swaps and repairs. He's a world class technician and guarantees his work. Give him a call 480-610-4599 tell him Mike Ramirez referred you. He also does custom fabrication and welding. He also can flash PCM's and offer custom tuning.

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New at PRK Auto!!! now offering stand alone PCM's and custom built engine harnesses. high quality harnesses at a great price.

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Just a FYI

Vintage Iron & Restoration ..... located at the Scottsdale Air Park ..... These guys do it all !!!

http://www.vintageironandrestoration.com/
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PRK automotive in Mesa. Phil Gaeta owner/operator he knows his stuff when it comes to GM cars, excellent transmission builder, rear end gear set ups and any LS(x) engine upgrades, swaps and repairs. He's a world class technician and guarantees his work. Give him a call 480-610-4599 tell him Mike Ramirez referred you. He also does custom fabrication and welding. He also can flash PCM's and offer custom tuning.

www.prkautomotive.com
www.facebook.com/prkautomotive

New at PRK Auto!!! now offering stand alone PCM's and custom built engine harnesses. high quality harnesses at a great price.

I'm now working at PRK auto so anything you guys need give us a call!!!
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I recommend Top Gear Motor Sports in Mesa for any type of car need. Sean helped with everything I needed done for the 89 and he modded the A4 tranny, installed a 3400 stall TC, adjustable TA and 3.73 gears on my 2002 Z28. He's one of the most conscientious people I've ever dealt wit.h

His is the only shop I've ever dealt with that called me after the work was performed and said, "It seems I charged you more than was necessary. When can you come by and pick up the refund?" It was only a few dollars but still...

http://www.topgearms.com/
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I recommend Top Gear Motor Sports in Mesa for any type of car need. Sean helped with everything I needed done for the 89 and he modded the A4 tranny, installed a 3400 stall TC, adjustable TA and 3.73 gears on my 2002 Z28. He's one of the most conscientious people I've ever dealt wit.h

His is the only shop I've ever dealt with that called me after the work was performed and said, "It seems I charged you more than was necessary. When can you come by and pick up the refund?" It was only a few dollars but still...

http://www.topgearms.com/
We did the mini tub job for Mario's GTO who works there and fixed his brother's engine in his TBSS.
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I am in need of a good convertible shop or top installer. I'm in the easy valley, so someone on this side would be nice. Anyone have good experiences?
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I am in need of a good convertible shop or top installer. I'm in the easy valley, so someone on this side would be nice. Anyone have good experiences?
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Try Agostino's vinyl top service. He did a vinyl top for me back in 2011 and it looks amazing. Looks like he does convertible tops, too. In Mesa since 1973!

http://www.autotopshop.com/
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Urbina Upholstery in Mesa, broadway and dobson. 1716 N Broadway #121
talk to Gabe tell him PRK sent you!
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I had my top done at Augustino's. Excellent workmanship, good pricing and great owners.
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