Looking for an HONEST/Experienced mechanic in Tacoma, WA.
#1
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Looking for an HONEST/Experienced mechanic in Tacoma, WA.
Does anyone know of a fairly well priced, and very well experienced Toyota mechanic, or any mechanic, really, in the Tacoma area? I could go as far as Olympia or Seattle if needed. We just moved up here not long ago.
I am just looking for a few basic upgrades/repairs. Mostly electrical. For my 1987 22RE 4Runner SR5.
All input is greatly appreciated.
Alex
I am just looking for a few basic upgrades/repairs. Mostly electrical. For my 1987 22RE 4Runner SR5.
All input is greatly appreciated.
Alex
#2
Auburn Car Repair
http://www.auburncarrepair.com/
He is a Jeep guy, but he has been doing the FJ Cruiser body mount chops, and he will be installing my new rack in the future for me.
I have heard he does very good work.
I stopped in and met him last year to shoot the breeze with him.
Not sure how well he may know the engines, but it might be worth giving him a call.
http://www.auburncarrepair.com/
He is a Jeep guy, but he has been doing the FJ Cruiser body mount chops, and he will be installing my new rack in the future for me.
I have heard he does very good work.
I stopped in and met him last year to shoot the breeze with him.
Not sure how well he may know the engines, but it might be worth giving him a call.
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I have taken a couple rigs to a guy just over the bridge in Gig Harbor. Graff's Automotive Repair. I have had good luck with him, but call and make an appointment. He runs all off of word of mouth, and he is busy. My wife used to run a bar in Gig Harbor and is friends with him. That was the only reason I found out about him.
(253) 851-9974
2318 Point Fosdick Dr NW Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 851-9974
2318 Point Fosdick Dr NW Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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Edit** Corey, I sent you a PM about a week ago asking about local camping spots that are not in high-traffic areas, did you receive that?**
Corey, Kiyo and 02/89. Thank you for the tips, I will pencil them down.
Tofer,
I have not driven this thing in years. Everything worked great ( I think ) when I put it up but now there are a few problems.
1. My brights- when I pull the switch in and hold it, they are on just fine. When I push it out to leave them on, my headlights turn off.
2. Rear window- I am pretty sure it just needs the little motor that's in the tailgate.
3. Power windows and locks- They work about 1 in 10 times I try and use them... And the windows hardly go up or down when they do decide to go.
4. Also just a general tune up-- Change the spark plugs, distributor cap, wires, rotor, adjust the timing, adjust the valves, new air filter, synthetic fluids in the
engine, tranny and t-case.
Corey, Kiyo and 02/89. Thank you for the tips, I will pencil them down.
Tofer,
I have not driven this thing in years. Everything worked great ( I think ) when I put it up but now there are a few problems.
1. My brights- when I pull the switch in and hold it, they are on just fine. When I push it out to leave them on, my headlights turn off.
2. Rear window- I am pretty sure it just needs the little motor that's in the tailgate.
3. Power windows and locks- They work about 1 in 10 times I try and use them... And the windows hardly go up or down when they do decide to go.
4. Also just a general tune up-- Change the spark plugs, distributor cap, wires, rotor, adjust the timing, adjust the valves, new air filter, synthetic fluids in the
engine, tranny and t-case.
Last edited by A.Wilson013; 07-30-2009 at 08:01 PM.
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my 89 does the same thing with the brights... so i gotta figure that one out myself..
the rear window is pretty simple to swap out.
the power window/lock issue sounds like it could be the relay.
the tune up should be a DIY... minus the valve adjustment.
if you want to save your self a bunch of money and do it your self with help let me know.. i have a shop space to do it if you dont have a place to work on your truck.
the rear window is pretty simple to swap out.
the power window/lock issue sounds like it could be the relay.
the tune up should be a DIY... minus the valve adjustment.
if you want to save your self a bunch of money and do it your self with help let me know.. i have a shop space to do it if you dont have a place to work on your truck.
#7
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The headlight problem sounds like a headlight switch, you might be able to clean the contacts in the switch, they become pitted after years of use, or you could replace it.
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Wow, guys. Tofer and Bob, could I get your e-mails? I would like to save some money, but I literally have no time for about another month. I would like to be able to get in touch with you then and try to get these things figured out.
Again, thanks a lot.
Alex
Again, thanks a lot.
Alex
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Tons of spots around here, in fact I am vacationing very soon for a whole week up at Greenwater on Huckleberry Creek.
Not to far away, and lots to do such as swimming, mountain biking, ect.
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