Recommend a Cruiser Mechanic in your area - Page 2

05-15-05, 10:00 AM

I am living in Wichita for the time being. Any one know of a good LC Mechanic within a few hours or so? I thought I saw a post that named one in KC, MO.
but cant remember. Any help would be great
Thnx

Mr P

phoenix1055 · 05-20-05, 10:38 AM

No-one has recommended anyone in Massachusetts.

Buellar.. buellar... anyone?

dtrain · 05-20-05, 03:55 PM

Menlo Park, CA

Alex Douglas - Owner
Planet Auto Repair & Muffler Service
301 El Camino Real,
Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 328-0287

GLTHFJ60 · 05-25-05, 08:55 PM

What about anyone who specializes in cruisers in the Northeast any farther north than Maryland? I don't want to drive 7 hours or more to get work done on my truck.

KLF · 05-27-05, 06:50 AM

Serving New England:

Cruiser Solutions
Hampstead, NH
603-329-9999
Owner: Tedd Brown
Website: http://www.cruisersolutions.com/

Tedd is a SUPER nice guy. They do incredible restorations (bring lots of $$), but also do general repair, mostly on 40/45/55/60/62 series. They now offer new aluminum tubs and beds for 45s!

Oh yeah, say hi to my son Steve if you go there, he works there full time now.

phoenix1055 · 05-27-05, 02:05 PM

Sorry to bust in on the thread, I'm sure Mike will boot my ass soon.

Yea.. I/m a very silly boy, I've been meaning to get to Cruiser Solutions and they are only 55 or 60 miles from me.

I'm sure the effort will be worth it if I ever can get there between work and all the other daily stuff that everyone one of us has to do every day.

phoenix1055 · 05-29-05, 07:39 AM

Good trick whoever hacked into my previous message and added text.

Gus · 06-03-05, 06:54 PM

I do a good amount of business with Coyote Cruisers and Off Road LLC( www.coyotecruisers.com ) in Fort Collins, Co. John(the owner)is a good guy, prices are good and they can get you pretty much any part you need.

demolizione · 06-05-05, 02:37 PM

Anyone have any experience or suggestions in NW Florida?

azaussie · 06-09-05, 10:06 AM

Anyone know of a good cruiser mechanic in Arizona?

eatmc55 · 06-12-05, 09:17 PM

iron pif offroad. fredricksburg virginia. lance williams ironpifoffroad.com

ballardcruiser · 06-13-05, 08:59 PM

Anyone in Seattle/Tacoma area of Washington? Anyone???

45lplive · 06-16-05, 09:54 AM

how about st. louis? any suggestions?

WALoeIII · 06-16-05, 08:15 PM

Rhode Island?

BoozerCroozer · 06-26-05, 04:48 PM

Burlington, NC

Toyz Unlimited - Jeff

336-226-9079

I've had some work done here. I wouldn't call them awesome, but they are better than a lot of places.

I saw a post for a couple places in Charlotte. Does anyone know of any more in the Charlotte area?

lovetoski · 06-26-05, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ballardcruiser

Anyone in Seattle/Tacoma area of Washington? Anyone???

Landpimp swears by BillyBob's Off-Road in Puyallup. He takes all his cruisers there - and judging by the size of his fleet, that means they know a lot about cruisers!

Then of course there are two emerging mechanics in Ballard! (choke, choke, cough, cough)

beaner · 06-29-05, 02:46 PM

I-35 Foreign Auto Salvage
3805 S. I-35 W
Alvarado, TX 76009
817-477-1111
8-6 M-F
817-202-5422 personal cell-leave a message

Ruben Perez
i'm ASE certified in: Engine repair, manual drivetrain and axles, steering and suspension, and electrical systems.
i work at an import auto salvage so i mainly do r&r.
i've done everything on my fj60 except the rollcage and the pinion angle since i can't weld.
things done to my fj60: pulled eng. and trans. to pressure wash it, installed new clutch, new rear main seal, new t-case output shaft seals, new oil pan gasket, new input shaft seal and gasket on transmission, new head gasket, new valve cover gasket, new fan clutch and fan, new cap and rotor, new spark plug wires, new accessory belts, all seals and gaskets for front and rear axle assemblies, new manifold gasket, wired in new stereo, installed 4" speakers on each door, 400 watt amp to power 10" sub, installed painless wiring kit for front and rear fog lights and carb fan.

i prefer working on import cars but will tackle just about anything
i've also done the things listed below in my signature

Chuck_FJ60 · 07-01-05, 11:31 AM

Any recommendations for good mechanics in the Houston, TX area?

TIA,

Chuck

FJ60-Hokie · 07-05-05, 05:44 PM

Anyone know a good TLC mechanic on the Coastal side of North County San Diego?

ColoradoLC · 07-05-05, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87CRUSR

Glendora, CA

Glendora Import Specialist
Glendora, CA (about 20 miles east of Los Angeles)
Chris is the owner, Gus is the mechanic
(626)914-4911

I've only seen my Cruiser in there but Gus knows his stuff and they are very honest while trying to only fix what needs to be fixed. They have been working on my rig for 10 years and it's still going strong.

Ditto on Comprehensive Car Care. Those guys know their cruisers inside and out. I had them come highly recommended from one of my International Scout buddies.

I saw the post on cruisersolutions.com, but that is a little out of my way (2.5 hours). If anyone knows of anything in the CT area, I would be much obliged, but would do that trip if I must.

Dub

cruiser4life · 07-12-05, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoozerCroozer

Burlington, NC

Toyz Unlimited - Jeff

336-226-9079

I've had some work done here. I wouldn't call them awesome, but they are better than a lot of places.

I saw a post for a couple places in Charlotte. Does anyone know of any more in the Charlotte area?

Don't have a 60 / 62 but like the previous Charlotte poster mentioned, it's a dealer so it costs more, but ask for Jason McCurdy at Scott Clark Toyota on Independence Blvd in Charlotte.

He takes care of all of the things on my trucks I don't do myself and he's always honest, fair and goes out of his way to make you satisfied. He works hard to keep you happy. Tell him Andy sent you.

I would be interested in a reputable, competent Indy suggestion in the Charlotte area if anyone has one.

Andy

miker · 07-13-05, 12:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eatmc55

iron pif offroad. fredricksburg virginia. lance williams ironpifoffroad.com

correction:

http://www.ironpigoffroad.com

cruiser4life · 07-14-05, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cruiser4life

Don't have a 60 / 62 but like the previous Charlotte poster mentioned, it's a dealer so it costs more, but ask for Jason McCurdy at Scott Clark Toyota on Independence Blvd in Charlotte.

He takes care of all of the things on my trucks I don't do myself and he's always honest, fair and goes out of his way to make you satisfied. He works hard to keep you happy. Tell him Andy sent you.

I would be interested in a reputable, competent Indy suggestion in the Charlotte area if anyone has one.

Andy

CORRECTION: Just called the dealer with a question and Jason McCrudy is no longer there after 10+ years.

Bobby Dills inherited the cruiser techs in the back and is who I'll work with moving forward.

Still interested in an indy suggestion in the Charlotte area if anyone has one.

Thanks.

vexx7001 · 07-21-05, 08:27 PM

Toyowest Automotive, Inc. In Peoria, Az. 623-486-5820.

Roger Is A Great Guy He Aslo Owns A Fjz80. They D Great Work And Well Not Screw You For Extra $$$

colwelsh · 08-11-05, 11:04 AM

Anyone know a good cruiser mech in the Kansas City area?

dtmdogz · 08-15-05, 01:12 PM

STAY away from TOYO WEST in AZ, I'm screwed for over 12K and I have a lawsuit pending against Roger. Do not trust these guys with your cruzier. Need more info PM me.

bigbertha · 08-17-05, 06:02 AM

Anyone know of any good mechanics near Ithaca New York????? NH and cruisersolutions is about a 7 hour drive from us and i don't think bertha will make it there in any reasonable condition. We are in the Syracuse-ish area. I am shell shocked from having my truck butchered and my wallet emptied too many times by Northeast mechanics. What's the deal with the serious lack of any good folks in New York or anywhere in the Northeast besides CS????

PLEASE HELP!

et3surge · 08-23-05, 06:03 PM

Since noone has posted for FL, I have had a decent experience with the following folks, but if I change my mind I will come back and edit.
L.E. Toyota Repair
1811 SW 67th Ave.
Miami, FL 33155
305-263-9868
Luis Fernandez has been helping me and he's an honest nice and so far inexpensive mechanic. I am using him currently for a few things.
B&R Foreign Car Repair
Somewhere on Commercial Lane, next to "The Wizard"
South Miami, FL
(305) 661-5077
Gary and his brother and all the folks are really nice, been there 25 years. They do good work, they are reliable. Not inexpensive at all. But if you need it done and done right they haven't done my family wrong with a Volkswagen, Volvo, Toyota LC FJ60, Toyota Corolla and a few others.

truckosaurus · 08-27-05, 12:10 AM

Bay Area, CA ~

I got great general service from Troy at Superior 4-Wheel Drive. Was very patient and knowledgeable answering all my questions.
408-448-8585
583 Albion Ct
San Jose, CA 95136

http://superior4wheeldrive.com/

---

Also ditto on Gary @ Mudrak in Sonoma. Managed to drop a lot of cash there but he fixed me up right and always is patient when I call him with panic service questions. Thanks Gary!

http://www.mudrak.com/

05-15-05, 10:00 AM	#31
Mrpoopypants Guest Posts: n/a	Any Mechanics in Wichita, KC MO, OK City area? I am living in Wichita for the time being. Any one know of a good LC Mechanic within a few hours or so? I thought I saw a post that named one in KC, MO. but cant remember. Any help would be great Thnx Mr P

05-20-05, 03:55 PM	#33
dtrain sponsored web wheeler Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Jose, CA 95118 Posts: 569	Menlo Park, CA Alex Douglas - Owner Planet Auto Repair & Muffler Service 301 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025 (650) 328-0287 __________________ '87 60 DD, 2.5 w/Borla, Dakkar'd, 33s on stockers, faded '69/70 55 UTE 350, 465, duals, OTT flat belly, SOA outboard, reversal, full widths, 37s, saginaw w/assist TLCA# 14229 PMC 01010000011101010111010000100111011011010010000001 10100101101110001000000110000100100000011000100110 11110110010001111001001000000110001001100001011001 11001000000100101001101111011010000110111001101110 0111100100100001

05-27-05, 06:50 AM	#35
KLF IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Southern NH Posts: 1,631	Serving New England: Cruiser Solutions Hampstead, NH 603-329-9999 Owner: Tedd Brown Website: http://www.cruisersolutions.com/ Tedd is a SUPER nice guy. They do incredible restorations (bring lots of $$), but also do general repair, mostly on 40/45/55/60/62 series. They now offer new aluminum tubs and beds for 45s! Oh yeah, say hi to my son Steve if you go there, he works there full time now. __________________ KB1OSF '87 Toyota xcab SR5 - SAS'd, stuff '98 Lexus ES300 '04 Toyota Highlander

06-03-05, 06:54 PM	#38
Gus IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Canaan, NH TLCA# 12746 Posts: 999	I do a good amount of business with Coyote Cruisers and Off Road LLC( www.coyotecruisers.com ) in Fort Collins, Co. John(the owner)is a good guy, prices are good and they can get you pretty much any part you need. __________________ 79 FJ40, sloooooowly rebuilding, 73 FJ40, 64 FJ45LV, 83 FJ65 project 04.5 Dodge 2500 CTD, 04 VW Jetta TDI

06-05-05, 02:37 PM	#39
demolizione IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2005 Location: Niceville, FL Posts: 6	Anyone have any experience or suggestions in NW Florida? __________________ 88 FJ62

05-20-05, 10:38 AM	#32
phoenix1055 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Berlin, MA Posts: 246	No-one has recommended anyone in Massachusetts. Buellar.. buellar... anyone?

05-27-05, 02:05 PM	#36
phoenix1055 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Berlin, MA Posts: 246	Sorry to bust in on the thread, I'm sure Mike will boot my ass soon. Yea.. I/m a very silly boy, I've been meaning to get to Cruiser Solutions and they are only 55 or 60 miles from me. I'm sure the effort will be worth it if I ever can get there between work and all the other daily stuff that everyone one of us has to do every day.

05-29-05, 07:39 AM	#37
phoenix1055 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Berlin, MA Posts: 246	Good trick whoever hacked into my previous message and added text.

06-09-05, 10:06 AM	#40
azaussie IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 431	Anyone know of a good cruiser mechanic in Arizona? __________________ 1988 FJ 62 --2xx,xxx miles and stock as a rock, except for the OME heavy lift

06-12-05, 09:17 PM	#41
eatmc55 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: the nard, ca/ charlottesville, va Posts: 160	iron pif offroad. fredricksburg virginia. lance williams ironpifoffroad.com

06-13-05, 08:59 PM	#42
ballardcruiser IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Carpinteria Posts: 267	Anyone in Seattle/Tacoma area of Washington? Anyone??? __________________ Carpinteria, CA 1988 FJ62 w/ 207k miles

06-16-05, 09:54 AM	#43
45lplive IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 17	how about st. louis? any suggestions?

06-16-05, 08:15 PM	#44
WALoeIII IH8MUD Regular Join Date: May 2004 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 449	Rhode Island? __________________ -- Andrew Journal - FJ60 - Wheeling 84' FJ60

06-26-05, 04:48 PM	#45
BoozerCroozer IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 11	Burlington, NC Toyz Unlimited - Jeff 336-226-9079 I've had some work done here. I wouldn't call them awesome, but they are better than a lot of places. I saw a post for a couple places in Charlotte. Does anyone know of any more in the Charlotte area?

06-29-05, 02:46 PM	#47
beaner IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2005 Location: keene, tx Posts: 14	I-35 Foreign Auto Salvage 3805 S. I-35 W Alvarado, TX 76009 817-477-1111 8-6 M-F 817-202-5422 personal cell-leave a message Ruben Perez i'm ASE certified in: Engine repair, manual drivetrain and axles, steering and suspension, and electrical systems. i work at an import auto salvage so i mainly do r&r. i've done everything on my fj60 except the rollcage and the pinion angle since i can't weld. things done to my fj60: pulled eng. and trans. to pressure wash it, installed new clutch, new rear main seal, new t-case output shaft seals, new oil pan gasket, new input shaft seal and gasket on transmission, new head gasket, new valve cover gasket, new fan clutch and fan, new cap and rotor, new spark plug wires, new accessory belts, all seals and gaskets for front and rear axle assemblies, new manifold gasket, wired in new stereo, installed 4" speakers on each door, 400 watt amp to power 10" sub, installed painless wiring kit for front and rear fog lights and carb fan. i prefer working on import cars but will tackle just about anything i've also done the things listed below in my signature __________________ ruben perez 84 fj60: SOA, MRT 12.5 x 15 Beadlocks,interco superswampers 36's,roll cage,ARB air lockers frt & rear,rear disc conversion,imported fj60 5 speed w/park brake on t-case, mazda mx-6 leather bucket seats.

07-01-05, 11:31 AM	#48
Chuck_FJ60 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 107	Any recommendations for good mechanics in the Houston, TX area? TIA, Chuck __________________ Chuck '97 FZJ80 AT4 \| '86 FJ60 MT4 (Sold)

07-05-05, 05:44 PM	#49
FJ60-Hokie IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: North County San Diego Posts: 191	Coastal North County San Diego Anyone know a good TLC mechanic on the Coastal side of North County San Diego? __________________ CA Hokie 1985 CA FJ60 Garaged stock + OME + Tire blowout gashed fender

07-21-05, 08:27 PM	#54
vexx7001 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 15	Toyowest Automotive, Inc. In Peoria, Az. 623-486-5820. Roger Is A Great Guy He Aslo Owns A Fjz80. They D Great Work And Well Not Screw You For Extra $$$

08-11-05, 11:04 AM	#55
colwelsh IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Aug 2005 TLCA# 7972 Posts: 13	Kansas City Mechanic Anyone know a good cruiser mech in the Kansas City area?

08-15-05, 01:12 PM	#56
dtmdogz IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Phoenix, AZ TLCA# FJ60 Posts: 4	STAY away from TOYO WEST in AZ, I'm screwed for over 12K and I have a lawsuit pending against Roger. Do not trust these guys with your cruzier. Need more info PM me.

08-17-05, 06:02 AM	#57
bigbertha IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 283	Anyone know of any good mechanics near Ithaca New York????? NH and cruisersolutions is about a 7 hour drive from us and i don't think bertha will make it there in any reasonable condition. We are in the Syracuse-ish area. I am shell shocked from having my truck butchered and my wallet emptied too many times by Northeast mechanics. What's the deal with the serious lack of any good folks in New York or anywhere in the Northeast besides CS???? PLEASE HELP!

08-23-05, 06:03 PM	#58
et3surge IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 106	Since noone has posted for FL, I have had a decent experience with the following folks, but if I change my mind I will come back and edit. L.E. Toyota Repair 1811 SW 67th Ave. Miami, FL 33155 305-263-9868 Luis Fernandez has been helping me and he's an honest nice and so far inexpensive mechanic. I am using him currently for a few things. B&R Foreign Car Repair Somewhere on Commercial Lane, next to "The Wizard" South Miami, FL (305) 661-5077 Gary and his brother and all the folks are really nice, been there 25 years. They do good work, they are reliable. Not inexpensive at all. But if you need it done and done right they haven't done my family wrong with a Volkswagen, Volvo, Toyota LC FJ60, Toyota Corolla and a few others. __________________ Sergio H 87FJ 60 Miami, FL 3 boys,redheaded wife, kayaking and a Bruiser what a life!

08-27-05, 12:10 AM	#59
truckosaurus IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Sunnyvale, CA TLCA# 14945 Posts: 24	Bay Area, CA ~ I got great general service from Troy at Superior 4-Wheel Drive. Was very patient and knowledgeable answering all my questions. 408-448-8585 583 Albion Ct San Jose, CA 95136 http://superior4wheeldrive.com/ --- Also ditto on Gary @ Mudrak in Sonoma. Managed to drop a lot of cash there but he fixed me up right and always is patient when I call him with panic service questions. Thanks Gary! http://www.mudrak.com/ __________________ '86 FJ60 \| 350 V8 \| GM 700R4 \| SOA \| ARB front \| 35x12.5R15 BFG AT

08-30-05, 11:52 AM	#60
kybishop IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 45	What about the bluegrass???