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Toronto Canada?
Thanks for the links. '86 FJ60; failed CA smog about 3 yrs ago (I'll dig out the report and post the HC specs) and has been patiently sitting under a tree waiting for me to tune her. Last time I went through the emissions manual routine and fixed a few things (vacuum switches) to get the motor to pass, but right now I don't have the time to do it. I just want it back on the road. Probably could use a valve adjustment also and I don't want to go through the hassle myself again. It was educational but a big pain. I'm looking for someone who is reliable and trustworthy on the stock 2F. Only mod has been a K&M. I really miss driving this truck (although gas was a bit cheaper when it was last registered.)
94SRUNNER
GOLD Star
Minneapolis/St. Paul/Dultuh, Minnesota
Anyone know of any good Cruiser shops in these cities?
Anyone know of any good Cruiser shops in these cities?
Kegley Enterprises
Paul Kegley
Bowers Rd
337-235-2245
Lafayette, Louisiana
excellent mechanic used him for over a decade i have not even one complaint. works on a variety of cars, but very knowledgeable about toyotas.
Paul Kegley
Bowers Rd
337-235-2245
Lafayette, Louisiana
excellent mechanic used him for over a decade i have not even one complaint. works on a variety of cars, but very knowledgeable about toyotas.
In Southern Arizona...
Greg's Import Repair
7260 E. 22nd St
Tucson, Arizona 85710
(520) 731-1179
Honest and Capable
Greg's Import Repair
7260 E. 22nd St
Tucson, Arizona 85710
(520) 731-1179
Honest and Capable
Chattanooga LC Mechanic
Steve's Offroad
10710 Dallas Hollow Road
Soddy Daisy, TN 37379
(423) 332-0642
Steve's Offroad
10710 Dallas Hollow Road
Soddy Daisy, TN 37379
(423) 332-0642
Chattanooga/Cleveland TN area
Import Support
2145 South Lee hwy.
Cleveland, TN 37311
423 473-1981
They could have boned me when I took my LX450 to them with what I thought was a blown HG...turned out to be a heater pipe. Honest folks, clean shop, certified mechanics.
http://isincorp.com/
Import Support
2145 South Lee hwy.
Cleveland, TN 37311
423 473-1981
They could have boned me when I took my LX450 to them with what I thought was a blown HG...turned out to be a heater pipe. Honest folks, clean shop, certified mechanics.
http://isincorp.com/
I did a search on this thread and didn't pull up anyone listed for Rhode Island. Anyone know of a good mechanic in RI, Southern Mass, or western Conn?
Thanks,
William
Thanks,
William
Another good one in the Portland, Oregon area-
Willamette Blvd. Service Center
6845 N. Willamette Blvd
Portland, Oregon 97203
Larry Harper
(503) 286-0907
The owner has been into Cruisers since the early 70s. He even has a 55 he bought new and installed one of the early 3Fs (carbed) off the line into the piggy. His son is eventually going to take over the business and there's nothing he'd rather do than work on cruisers. Excellent people and his son is online-aware.
Willamette Blvd. Service Center
6845 N. Willamette Blvd
Portland, Oregon 97203
Larry Harper
(503) 286-0907
The owner has been into Cruisers since the early 70s. He even has a 55 he bought new and installed one of the early 3Fs (carbed) off the line into the piggy. His son is eventually going to take over the business and there's nothing he'd rather do than work on cruisers. Excellent people and his son is online-aware.
94SRUNNER
GOLD Star
Hey All,
I am looking for a good Land Cruiser mechanic in southern Ohio - Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati Areas.
Thanks
I am looking for a good Land Cruiser mechanic in southern Ohio - Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati Areas.
Thanks
Great NJ / NY Mechanic & Body Restoration Person for LC
José Riveria is great!
he does: Superb body work! All other mechanical work! Amazing restorations! He's only about 20 minutes from NYC (and near the bus stop).
josefj40@msn.com
PH: 973.943.1705
José Riveria is great!
he does: Superb body work! All other mechanical work! Amazing restorations! He's only about 20 minutes from NYC (and near the bus stop).
josefj40@msn.com
PH: 973.943.1705
Los Angeles; East Los Angeles (seriously inexpensive)
1. Jose's Auto Repair, Gage Ave @ Eastern Ave (southeast corner), Bell Gardens, Ca, 90201
> No phone # (that I can find right now)
> Replaced my (rotted) fuel tank & sending unit (I provided) for under $100.
> Honest (if he can't do it, he will tell you)
> Great source for references (he provided two more names on this list)
2. California Carburetor Co, 6461 Florence Ave, Bell Gardens, CA, 90201
> (562) 927-5589
> Completely rebuilt on-site, for less than $200
> Included removal and re-install
> Within 48 hours
> Ask for Tony
* They do a lot of mail-order business, as well
3. Lencho's Auto Electric, 6138 Atlantic Ave, Maywood, Ca, 90270
> This guy discovered the short in my ignition, repaired it, and called me back within 3 hours!
> Shop is at rear of this address (no signage) - Behind Four Star Auto Parts
> Does a lot of complete rewires for restored cars and trucks;
* on one day he had a '67 Mustang
* on another day, he had a '56 (?) Chevy Cameo PU, w/ a Napco 4x4 (sweet!)
* An "old-timer" who knows his trade...
4) HP Auto Imports, 2529 E. Slauson Ave., Huntington Park, CA, 90255
323-585-2101 or 323-697-5982
* Located on the North-side of the street, just a couple doors away from a Taco Bell - a good place to park your rig, if you go and visit him (on the corner at the light).
* Nearest cross-street is S. Central Ave., which is just East of their location.
The main contact is Oscar. He moved from his former location to the current location, which is owned by his nephew. Oscar is an older guy, very quiet, very thorough, and conscientious.
He will do all the work In-House, except for shaving the head. He's straight-up about whether you will need new parts, or can reuse the original parts. If an issue comes up (more $$$), he will call you before he goes any further.
Since the facility is small, you may have to wait a few days until he can (physically) fit your truck in (he said I could expect a week, or more, to do the job but had it done in just a few days).
His nephew is Napo (short for Napolean - seriously). He would be the second contact, as well as the owner. I didn't really deal with him much, but he was nice enough. Their business card devotes one side to advertising them as Landcruiser Specialists.
They also handle the three main Japanese import brands and their spin-offs. Also states that he is a Factory-trained Mechanic. Don't really know, but his shop is always full whenever I stop by.
Tell Oscar that William sent you, the guy who is moving to CR with his girl.
Note; Also included in this Head Job is a return visit (after 500 to 700 miles), to re-adjust the valves. This is SOP. No extra charges involved.
One more thing; I told him I need to do the Power Steering Pump. He says he can do it for $225 (I'm pretty sure that was the amount). He will rebuild it, if possible, at this price. Includes all labor - removing and re-installing. Otherwise, he will get a rebuilt unit, and it may cost a bit more.
He prefers to use all original parts on Landcruisers. Didn't care for the GM/ Saginaw PS conversion. It's up for debate, but I have no qualms about heeding any of his opinions.
Good luck...
I'm finding a lot of these guys in this part of town are VERY REASONABLE with their pricing and very competent in their abilities. I moved from Redondo Beach to Bell Gardens (saving cash to move to Central America), and cannot believe huge difference in quotes.
None of these guys are "illegals" or back-alley shops. Well-established and knowledgeable. Plenty of people warned me about moving/living here, but I have had no problems (and I am white as they come). No animosity. No jacking up the rates for the "gringo". Just hard-working people who know their stuff.
1. Jose's Auto Repair, Gage Ave @ Eastern Ave (southeast corner), Bell Gardens, Ca, 90201
> No phone # (that I can find right now)
> Replaced my (rotted) fuel tank & sending unit (I provided) for under $100.
> Honest (if he can't do it, he will tell you)
> Great source for references (he provided two more names on this list)
2. California Carburetor Co, 6461 Florence Ave, Bell Gardens, CA, 90201
> (562) 927-5589
> Completely rebuilt on-site, for less than $200
> Included removal and re-install
> Within 48 hours
> Ask for Tony
* They do a lot of mail-order business, as well
3. Lencho's Auto Electric, 6138 Atlantic Ave, Maywood, Ca, 90270
> This guy discovered the short in my ignition, repaired it, and called me back within 3 hours!
> Shop is at rear of this address (no signage) - Behind Four Star Auto Parts
> Does a lot of complete rewires for restored cars and trucks;
* on one day he had a '67 Mustang
* on another day, he had a '56 (?) Chevy Cameo PU, w/ a Napco 4x4 (sweet!)
* An "old-timer" who knows his trade...
4) HP Auto Imports, 2529 E. Slauson Ave., Huntington Park, CA, 90255
323-585-2101 or 323-697-5982
* Located on the North-side of the street, just a couple doors away from a Taco Bell - a good place to park your rig, if you go and visit him (on the corner at the light).
* Nearest cross-street is S. Central Ave., which is just East of their location.
The main contact is Oscar. He moved from his former location to the current location, which is owned by his nephew. Oscar is an older guy, very quiet, very thorough, and conscientious.
He will do all the work In-House, except for shaving the head. He's straight-up about whether you will need new parts, or can reuse the original parts. If an issue comes up (more $$$), he will call you before he goes any further.
Since the facility is small, you may have to wait a few days until he can (physically) fit your truck in (he said I could expect a week, or more, to do the job but had it done in just a few days).
His nephew is Napo (short for Napolean - seriously). He would be the second contact, as well as the owner. I didn't really deal with him much, but he was nice enough. Their business card devotes one side to advertising them as Landcruiser Specialists.
They also handle the three main Japanese import brands and their spin-offs. Also states that he is a Factory-trained Mechanic. Don't really know, but his shop is always full whenever I stop by.
Tell Oscar that William sent you, the guy who is moving to CR with his girl.
Note; Also included in this Head Job is a return visit (after 500 to 700 miles), to re-adjust the valves. This is SOP. No extra charges involved.
One more thing; I told him I need to do the Power Steering Pump. He says he can do it for $225 (I'm pretty sure that was the amount). He will rebuild it, if possible, at this price. Includes all labor - removing and re-installing. Otherwise, he will get a rebuilt unit, and it may cost a bit more.
He prefers to use all original parts on Landcruisers. Didn't care for the GM/ Saginaw PS conversion. It's up for debate, but I have no qualms about heeding any of his opinions.
Good luck...
I'm finding a lot of these guys in this part of town are VERY REASONABLE with their pricing and very competent in their abilities. I moved from Redondo Beach to Bell Gardens (saving cash to move to Central America), and cannot believe huge difference in quotes.
None of these guys are "illegals" or back-alley shops. Well-established and knowledgeable. Plenty of people warned me about moving/living here, but I have had no problems (and I am white as they come). No animosity. No jacking up the rates for the "gringo". Just hard-working people who know their stuff.
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Found someone in Providence: SUPERCRUISERS.COM
Any one in RI or Southern Mass had their rigs serviced here?
Just curious.
William (The soon to be no longer Cruiserless)
These are the guys who used to work on my 74 FJ40 when I lived in Oregon.
William
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brakes in Toronto
hey all,
just moved to Toronto in my bj-60 from vancouver.
Looks like it's time to replace master cylinder and maybe more. any recommendations for a good brake place in GTA that is going to honestly only do neccesary work?
also looking for a good cruiser mech for valves. any recommendations?
If anyone is looking for a honest reliable very experienced cruiser mech in vancouver area call up ciaran wilson (cruiserland) he's in langley not too far from van.
hey all,
just moved to Toronto in my bj-60 from vancouver.
Looks like it's time to replace master cylinder and maybe more. any recommendations for a good brake place in GTA that is going to honestly only do neccesary work?
also looking for a good cruiser mech for valves. any recommendations?
If anyone is looking for a honest reliable very experienced cruiser mech in vancouver area call up ciaran wilson (cruiserland) he's in langley not too far from van.
Anyone know a good mechanic in Knoxville, TN?
Thanks
JD
Thanks
JD
