Tuneups
This consists of essential maintenance procedures that keeps your VW running healthy and smooth:
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- Oil Change
- Transmission Fluid Check
- Brake Fluid Check
- Valve Adjustment
- Distributor Maintenance
- Compression check
- Points Adjustment
- Static Timing Check
- Carburetor Tuning
Brake Jobs
We have the solution for many common brake issues, such as:
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- Spongy or Soft Brake Pedal
- Stiff Brake Pedal
- Pulling to One Side When Braking
- Brake Fluid Leaks
- Brake Fade or Weak Braking
- Grinding or Squealing Noises
- Brake Drag (Brakes Not Releasing)
Suspension
We tackle a variety of suspension jobs to address common issues.
Front Suspension
- Link pin or king pin rebuilds (Beetles/Buses pre-’66)
- Ball joint replacement (later Beetles/Buses)
- Center pin replacement (Bus)
- Tie rod end replacement
- Steering damper replacement (Common fix for shimmy and steering vibration)
- Steering box adjustment or replacement (Restores tight, predictable steering)
- Torsion arm bushings replacement
Rear Suspension
- Spring plate bushing replacement
- Torsion bar indexing / ride height correction
- Wheel bearing replacement (often seen as rumbling, grinding, or play at the wheels)
- Axle seal kits (Gear oil leaking onto the brakes or inner wheels)
- CV joint service (Independent Rear Suspension cars)
- Reduction gearbox service (Split Window Bus)
Other
- General Suspension Services
- Shock absorber replacement
- Bushing and rubber replacement throughout
- Inspection for rust or cracked mounts (especially on Buses)
electrical
Electrical issues are very common in VW's due to their age.
Charging System Repairs
- Servicing or replacing generators/alternators and voltage regulators
- Testing and repairing wiring between battery, regulator, and charging unit
- Installing alternator conversion kits
Battery & Ground System Service
- Testing for voltage drop or poor grounds
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Starter System Repairs
- Replacing starter motors (including auto-stick specific types)
- Replacing starter solenoids
- Fixing ignition switch issues
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Ignition System Work
- Replacing coils, distributors, condenser, points
- Setting dwell, timing, and advance curves
- Diagnosing misfires or weak spark issues
Lighting Repairs & Upgrades
- Fixing dead headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals
- Replacing or refurbishing bulb holders/sockets
- Diagnosing flasher relay issues
- Restoring proper grounds to horn or headlights
Fuse Box & Harness Repairs
- Replacing blown fuses
- Repairing melted or damaged wiring
- Installing new wiring sub-harnesses
- Full harness replacement
Engine rebuilds
*Indicates a service that is outsourced to a trusted machinist.
Inspection & Diagnosis
- Engine tear-down and full inspection
- Measurement of crankshaft, camshaft, case, and bearing surfaces
- Evaluation of reusable vs. replacement components
- Build recommendations based on budget and intended use
Crankcase Services
- Case disassembly and cleaning
- Oil gallery plug removal and replacement
- Inspection for cracks
- Align-boring*
- Case decking
Rotating Assembly Services
- Crankshaft inspection and polishing
- Crankshaft grinding*
- Connecting rod inspection
- Rod bushing replacement and pin fitting*
- Dynamic balancing of crank, rods, pistons, and flywheel*
- Flywheel resurfacing*
- Flywheel endplay setup
Camshaft & Valve Train
- Camshaft and lifter inspection or replacement
- Cam gear fitting*
- New lifters (matched to camshaft)*
- Pushrod inspection or replacement
- Rocker arm inspection and setup
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Cylinder Heads
- Head disassembly and cleaning
- Crack inspection
- Valve job (valves, guides, seats)
- Head resurfacing*
- Spring inspection and setup
- Assembly with new seals and hardware
Pistons & Cylinders
- Inspection/measuring of pistons and cylinders
- Honing as needed*
- Ring fitting and gapping
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Oil System
- Oil pump inspection or replacement
- Doghouse oil cooler conversion
- New oil cooler seals and hardware
- Pressure relief valve inspection
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Engine Assembly
- Complete short-block and long-block assembly
- Bearing clearances checked and documented
- Crank endplay setup
- Torque procedures to factory specs
- Assembly with proper lubricants and sealants
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Fuel & Ignition Setup
- Carburetor rebuild and installation
- Fuel pump inspection or replacement
- Distributor inspection and setup
Give us a Call
(650) 490-0248