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22 recommendations and reviews from 17 people
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November 4, 2015
Cheri R. asked:Friend of mine has a tin top Syncro needed some significant transaxle and reassembly of vacuum system on a 2.1 WBX any shop suggestions? Apparently it's near Bus Depot - Ron Salmon? Any suggestions? Here's his request - Hi Cheri, I have a broken down '87 Syncro Tiptop back East in SE PA near Philadelphia -- near Bus Depot's location -- and need to find an experienced and knowledgeable mechanical shop to lay in the new tranni, rear lockers -- run the vacuum lines, vacuum reservoir, with driver's interior indicator knob panel for the rear lockers and decoupler etc., front diff., added decoupler, new clutch, new flywheel etc. and go over the OEM 2.1L Wasserboxer. Put it all back together correctly... a proper job. I was thinking maybe Ron at Bus Depot could give me guidance for the best choice in the SE PA, NJ, DE, MD, VA areas for a best choice shop?Christopher M. replied:Kevin Mayer at http://www.vanagonrepair.com or https://www.facebook.com/Vanagon-Repair-874949272526714/?ref=ts&fref=ts is the way to go in that area. He is located in North East Philadelphia and is great! He is full of knowledge that he is willing to pass on and his work is A+. I'd contact him for these issues. i have never been disappointed. Also check out roadhaus.com for shops where you are and check out him on here as well http://www.roadhaus.com/shops_advanced_search_results2.php
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September 19, 2015
Jim F. asked:I'm new to the Vanagons and I'm in need of some help..I just purchased this 1981(aircooled) that needs a little help. Does anyone know of a good mechanic in Riverside County , Ca?Greg V. replied:Have you checked www.Roadhaus.com? Click the link for Repair Shop Reviews.
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September 3, 2015
Jason W. asked:Nobody has a recommendation for a good shop in San Antonio?Gary B. replied:Just checked roadhaus.com and found this: Hudson's Automotive 7214 Eckhert Road San Antonio, Texas 78238 Phone: 210-684-8000
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March 20, 2015
Jameson M. asked:Blew a coolant hose in flagstaff. Looking for a good place to get parts. Thanks in advance!Jason N. replied:RoadHaus.com
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February 18, 2015
Toni R. asked:Help! Hi All. My husband and I are stranded in our ’90 Westy about 10 miles north of Colusa California in Princeton. The oil pressure warning buzzer sounded as we were driving. We have a Bentley and some tools but are having a hard time figuring out what to test…We can’t figure out how to get to the oil pressure switch to test it. Does anyone have information on what might be the cause and what we can test? The van was just serviced last week with new oil, filter, etc. Does anyone know of any mechanic in the area that might be able to help? We have AAA but as it’s Sunday are not sure where to go. Thanks for any help! Toni Rizzo '90 North WestyLoren B. replied:And you may find a local shop here: roadhaus.com in the Repair Shop Revies section
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February 5, 2015
Patrick J. asked:I need a shop that is very familiar with vanagons to fix my 86. When you drive it for awhile it starts to hesitate etc. I did put in the fix from go westy and it took alot of it away but not all of it. Anywhere between Corpus Christi, TX, and San Antonio will work. Any ideas would be great.Jim T. replied:Might be a good idea to put a lot of those places on Larry Chase's roadhaus.com site as well.
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November 13, 2014
Jeremy H. asked:I live in Portland, OR and I'm curious where Portlanders take their VW's. Is there a shop here that's relatively inexpensive that knows vans? I really just want someone to take care of a few issues I'm having. I work too much to really take care of all of my vans needs. Any recommendations are appreciated.Maggie D. replied:Www.roadhaus.com and click on shop reviews. We also highly recommend Precision Motor Car in Portland.
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October 10, 2014
Greg D. asked:Any good mechanics in nj?Larry C. replied:Our VW shops reviews might help at roadhaus.com
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September 7, 2014
Tom F. asked:Anyone with recommendations for conscientious Vanagon repair around Waterbury CT? My Subaru powered Syncro Westfalia has had two separate fuel line clamp failures within two miles: two attempts to self immolate in one day. These are thin stainless crimping type clamps that were used abut three years ago as part of a complete tank to engine fuelline replacement project. I'm traveling with an elderly dog and don't see doing this myself. It may involve engine and transaxle removal. Suggestions greatly appreciated. Thanks.Kenneth W. replied:Have you tried Mechanical Advantage 404 New Hartford Road Barkhamsted, Connecticut 06117 860.738.1480
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July 31, 2014
Topher D. asked:Grrrrrr just had my Westy cut out dead on I5 north :/ Near Olympia, any recommendations for shops?Vincent C. replied:www.roadhaus.com
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October 22, 2013
Robert S. asked:NEED SOME HELP! VW Bus broke down in the Eugene, Oregon area. Who's the best shop that can take of a engine problem & get them back on the road ASAP??
Tom B. replied:Any Volk can read reviews & find a VW repair shop all over the country on Larry Chase's website- Roadhaus.com
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July 23, 2011
bd asked:I live in Truckee, near Lake Tahoe... nice place here in the mountains, but no Vanagon mechanic... at least not that I know of Can anyone recommend a good Vanagon mechanic in Reno or Sacramento or...
I searched roadhaus.com shop reviews for Reno and found J's VW VANS
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November 11, 2009
cruzahome asked:I am planning on installing a decoupler and new vc. Surprisingly I have been unable to find a mechanic in the Seattle area who has actually done a vc replacement before. I would be willing to travel...
George absolutely does work on Vanagons and water cooled. In fact I just got an estimate from him for a bunch of work (routine maintenance) that is due to be done on my '90 Westy and he has worked on my rig before. And don't forget the very good source of info on repair shops at roadhaus.com , good to check there before going to a shop.
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July 22, 2007
rlytwyniuk asked:I am looking for a good mechanic in the Denver/Boulder area who speaks syncro. I am finishing my drive down from Alaska and think my tranny is finished. I made it as far as Sheridan, WY and am...
And you know about the roadhouse site, right ? Lots of vw shop listings on there, with ratings and comments . Google Larry Chase or roadhaus.com I think. Scott
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October 27, 2015
Edy C. asked:Is there a list somewhere of reputable mechanics that work on Vanagons in every state?? If not, I'd like to create one... Please add in comments below who you use and in what state they are located. Like that we aren't stranded somewhere and only get chop shops to work on our precious vans in case of travel emergencies. I'll comprise a printable list for everyone so they can be carried at all times. Thanks in Advance!Bob S. replied:www.roadhaus.com look for link to shop reviews, then search by state or city/state.
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October 20, 2014
Alex V. asked:I just picked up a 1982 Air-cooled Westy Camper. Was wondering if anyone can recommend a reputable service station in San Francisco or the east bay. I'd like to have the fridge and stove checked out and brought back to running condition if need be. Also any leads on weather stripping and interior repair would be much appreciated.Bob S. replied:By the way Alex, I got those shops from roadhaus.com, a great resource for lots of vanagon related stuff.
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July 11, 2015
D.j. P. asked:I'm in a huge jam. Does anybody know a Vanagon repair shop in or near Las Vegas?Chris D. replied:on the helpful side, have you checked out roadhaus.com? Its the vanagon repair shop reference page. see if there is one near you.
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January 18, 2015
Vinnie V. asked:I'm in search of a rebuilt transmission for my 84. I'm in Anaheim, Ca. Anybody know of any good shops in the area? Looking for rebuilt to buy or maybe a shop to have mine rebuilt. Any help would be apprecited.Chris D. replied:find a local shop to you using roadhaus.com. Then have that shop send the trans to AAtransaxle. Best plan ever!
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October 26, 2014
Cheri R. asked:A friend from BC traveling in Las Vegas right now is having starting problems 2 starters have been installed already...thinking other issue...maybe solenoid? Anyone recommend a repair shop or someone in the area they can get assistance? They are jump starting...think it's an automatic, can't recall...Chris D. replied:Sorry, just noticed you asked about a repair shop recommendation. Got stuck in diagnosis mode there for a minute.. try roadhaus.com?
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April 28, 2014
Greg L. asked:Hello everybody, I had to rush to install my engine this weekend due to landlords selling building and I needed to have it out today. Well, mission accomplished and it runs great. It needs other fine tuning I don't want to do myself. I'm in San Francisco and need to bring her to a good shop. Where do I go in my area? Thanks.
Chris D. replied:roadhaus.com
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April 7, 2015
Jason F. asked:Looking for a good mechanic in or near gainesville mo!Nicole P. replied:Go on roadhaus.com to find VW gurus
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March 26, 2015
Michael D. asked:Does anybody know a good Vanagon mechanic near Pittsburgh? Also, what is a good, fair price for a head gasket replacement? (I think I need internal but will probably just do both). 1987 GL 2.1.Nicole P. replied:Roadhaus.com. F* you, iPhone autocorrect!
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