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Subject:Call for North American Repair Shop Data
From:Larry Chase
Date:Wed, 12 Nov 2003 12:44:07 -0700

Volks,

Since I'm down for Engine repairs I've decided to use the time
productively.

I'm working with Steve from Syncro.org and Ron from Vanagon.com to
create a "Combined VW Repair Shop " document.

As many know, each of these great sites has a listing of VW Repair
shops.

There's some duplication, but mostly different entries on each list.

Also I have managed to collect "too much" repair shop data from my own
and friends road experience's.

The intent ...

- Combine all available data into one document.
- Keep the document updated by editing as new info comes forward
- Post a brief summary of your own experiences (good or bad).
- Shop info for Busses, Vanagons & Eurovans (WBX and AC)
- Shops in all of North America ... Not limited to the US.
- Make this document available to any VW lists or groups for posting at
their discretion.

Currently I'm about 60% of the way thru combing all the data sources.

So I'd like to ask everyone to submit their own VW shop nominations
today.

Please email me directly at:

roadguy@roadhaus.com
Subject: Repair Shops

Also ... Let me know if I can include your name and email address in the
listing.

Here's some examples of the format.

- - -

Little Germany
5235 E. Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, Az 8571
520.881.3273
Email?
Web?

Anonymous writes:

The Vanagon Engine Connection", specializing in water-cooled engine
rebuilds. All 1.9 & 2.1 rebuilt long blocks are $1,599.00 with a rebuild
able core exchange.

- - -

Cory Motors
429 E. Montecito Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805.965.4581
Email ?
Web ?

Brent Christensen writes:

"Mike Cory is the owner and principal mechanic. He is definitely one of
the most honest, knowledgeable, and trustworthy mechanics I have ever
been to. He works on a LOT of Vanagons and is even very familiar with
Syncros. His prices are very reasonable, and he is very easy to talk to
- he will even explain procedures to you as he works on the car, and
doesn't mind being watched while he works. I would give Cory Motors the
highest rating possible for honesty, reliability, knowledge, and quality
of work."

- - -

Toycraft Motorsports
1400 N. Rockinghorse Ln,
Pomerene, AZ  85627
520.586.2322
toycraft@theriver.com
Web ?

3.5 miles from I-10 exit 306

Karl Bloss writes:

AC/WC-no72-82 vans-also Toyota, Subaru, bajas, sand buggies. Factory
trained VW technician servicing VW's since 1966

- - -

all roads lead to VW repair shops,

Larry Chase
Email: RoadGuy@RoadHaus.com
Web: www.RoadHaus.com
Cell: 480 620 8966
What: North American Road Trip
How: RoadHaus - 1990 White VW Westfalia Syncro
Today: Rapid City, SD

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