Hola.
Anyone know a trustworthy MECHANIC in COSTA RICA for a transmission overhaul job?
We did everything possible to locate the problem outside the transfer case, but...
Karen C. replied:
All I know is: avoid a chain called Auto Pits.
Mitchell R. replied:
Super Transmisiones S.A. WebsiteDirections 4.5 2 Google reviews Auto machine shop in San José, Costa Rica Address: San José Province, San José, Costa Rica Phone: +506 2221 4164
Mitchell R. replied:
Taller Peña(Cajas Automáticas) No reviews · Auto Machine Shop San José, Costa Rica +506 8349 4697
Mitchell R. replied:
Cajas Automáticas No reviews · Auto Machine Shop Heredia, Costa Rica +506 8838 8985
My friend Sjors Geraedts is looking for a place to stall his car for about 2 months in or around Buenos Aires, Argentina . Any tips/recommendations?
James M. replied:
You could see if Andean Roads (General Pacheco area of BA) have any space. info@andeanroads.com or torlasco@yahoo.com.ar
Juergen K. replied:
Otherwise Paraiso Suizo in Uruguay, $45 per month, they regularly air your vehicle and run it every 4 weeks if you wish so... http://www.paraisosuizo.com/index_EN.htm
Any tips for a solid mechanic in Buenos Aires? Nothing complicated, need just a new spider bearing on the prop shaft (Toyota, but general mechanic will do).
Paula D. replied:
This guy was recommended to us because he's into VWs, so not sure if you need to go all this way for a basic job. In any case, here you go - Mechanic's name is Jorge, 0221155014058 mobile, or 02214711049 shop. Calle 486 1662-1700 Gonnet, Provincia de Buenos Aires. http://goo.gl/maps/Cv6Is
Hi all! We are looking for a good Landcruiser/4x4 mechanic to have a thorough Check-up on our car. Best in southern Mexico, Guatamala, Honduras, or further down. We...
Maxim G. replied:
https://landcruisingadventure.com/best-workshop
Maxim G. replied:
Ernesto Hug in LaPaz, Bolivia. If you have opportunity to wait, its really worth it. Very good service. Speaks english, german and spanish!
Donald L. replied:
Check out Wikioverland country by country go to 'vehicle maintenance' example Guatemala, the good mechanics all know each other.... Vehicle Maintenance[edit] Dealers[edit] 4x4s / Trucks Toyota Global Dealer Locator Land Rover International Dealer Locator Mercedes Benz International (select country on bottom right) Jeep International site locator Motorbikes BMW Motorrad International Dealer Locator KTM Dealer Search Local Garages[edit] Puento Nuevo Centro de Servicio - In Coban (closest major town to Semuc Champey). Excellent mechanics and fair prices. GPS: 15.47108 -90.38497 Toyota Dealership in Guatemala City - Typical dealership prices, but speak English and are very helpful. They can also recommend other reliable mechanics if you aren't near a dealership. GPS 14.635197 -90.583831 http://wikioverland.org/Guatemala
Hello everybody,
I am traveling in Colombia with my 120 Land Cruiser Prado and I have a problem with my alternator.Anybody knows a good mechanic in Popayan or Cali?
Bjørn A. replied:
I have a LC Prado in Cali. if you contact Jaime at Casablancahostel.com he can give you the information about the one I use for my car.. speaks good english and is very good and honest guy. I am in havana right now and dont have hos contactinfo here. jaimecleves1@hotmail.com
Elizabeth G. replied:
We went to JJR mechanic (he's on ioverlander) in Cali. Great team! They were 4 x4 crazy. Really great mechanic
Hey guys - bit of a longshot here, but anyone know of a good mechanic in Corozal, Belize? Or Belize in general?
Victoria P. replied:
Mad Dog Motors Belize is supposed to be great, they're in San Ignacio...
Marek C. replied:
We had our oil changed at Belize Diesel in Belmopan. They looked very competent, but that's all I can say. http://www.belizediesel.com/main/contact-belize-diesel.
Anyone know a Good mechanic around Lima, I need the rings swapped out and a little welding done, cheers
Karin-Marijke V. replied:
Fire Wheels in Lima. http://www.landcruisingadventure.com/fire-wheels-in-lima/
Luis G. replied:
Kurtis I needed some electrical work while in Lima and became friends with the guys at Fire Wheels. I couldn't afford them, but they recommended a nearby less expensive shop. Talk to Giacomo and be frank about your budget and needs.
Peter V. replied:
carlos sotilla, 986-442-634, cheap and good, highly recommendable
Does anyone know a good, trustworthy mechanic around San Jose, Costa Rica, who ideally speaks some English? We need four new break rotors and the break line needs to be...
Bill N. replied:
Niels Cruz Arana at ARB Costa Rica. Near Pavas/Estadio Nacional. Builds off-road vehicles for the CR government, great family values, endless inventory, and speaks perfect English. 506-2296-1775arbcostarica.com
Anyone know a mechanic in Mendoza that can work on old engines? We have an '88 Ford and we need to replace or fix a valve. Everyone we call claims they can't work on an...
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1279784840&fref=ts The 'old' argument is pretty weak. That just means they're not interested. Beto does old VW's, but maybe can provide a recommendation?
Hello fellow travelers! I know this may not be the right post for this group but does anyone who is driving or has driven a VW in South America know a good mechanic in...
Tony L. replied:
If you contact Cristian at Andeanroads.com he might know of someone. They have camping available at their place to the north of the city proper. Wifi, shower and toilet and dump point was US$10 a night and can store your vehicle there as well
Help!
We are stuck in Santiago, Panama with a Isuzu rodeo with a missing piece for the transmission. Can anyone please help us with any recommendations anywhere in...
Matias C. replied:
twistedandes.com/foro
James H. replied:
the 4L30-E was also used in many BMWs and Honda Passports, keep your peepers peeled https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GM_4L30-E_transmission
Dear Panamerican fellows,
Currently in Mexico, my sweet Kawasaki 2007 KLR 650, 13,500 miles, is bleeding engine oil since today and I am unable to heal her by...
Arthur W. replied:
Can't help you with with the mechanic, but if you need a good place to sleep in SC go to, say hello to Chape https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/16155582 I don't think he'll mide working on your bike in his yard.
Mitchell R. replied:
The owner of https://www.facebook.com/hostalmarimba/?ref=br_rs used to work for Italika. I'm sure he can direct you to a good bike mechanic.
I'm on the outskirts of Santiago, Chile (Maipo). I'm having problems with the transmission in my 1999 Ford 250 7.3 diesel. The Ford dealerships (Auto Summit) won't work...
Daniel P. replied:
I have a Snap-On Verus scanner in Chile than can read factory codes for Ford. Only issue is Im south of Santiago. I'm an ASE certed US mechanic with US based diag equipment here in Chile.
Malte R. replied:
Hey Bob. I can recommend Chris Carrasco. He is on iOverlander.
Alvaro V. replied:
Hola Bob esto te va ayudar https://www.ford.cl/herramientas/concesionarios/#/search/Santiago%20 de%20Chile,%20Estaci%C3%B3 n%20Central/
Need help, it's cold in Alaska. Who knows a good mechanic for seperate car air heater? Mine is eberspacher b1l, runs on petrol and almost stopped working completely....
Rolanda A. replied:
O Thomas Mueller..that is indeed not funny. Hope you can get it sorted soon.
Esther S. replied:
There are some in AK (Anchorage + Fairbanks) Just go and ask... https://www.eberspaecher-na.com/products/fuel-operated-heaters/dealers/dealer-search.html
Chris K. replied:
If you are still in Kanada (Whitehorse) go to John's Auto there are some German and Belgien Mechanics and they know our cars and one of them drives a T3 with an Ebersbacher so he knows it really well
I'm looking for a recommendation for a truck mechanic in or around Cuenca in Ecuador?
We are driving a 9-ton Mercedes truck, not a little SUV - what many Americans call...
Nicolas B. replied:
Hey Juergen, ask Mauro Chico (see Truckin'Car). He knows a lot about cars and trucks. If he can't help he will direct you to the right place. He's a very honest person! Best wishes from me. http://ioverlander.com/places/27845-great-mechanic-trunkin-car
Hey guys, complete long shot but I'm hoping some mechanics are on here. We have been at the mechanics for a whole week trying to fix a problem we have and after trial...
Donald L. replied:
Have a fb friend in Antigua Guatemala who used to have a Mechanic Shop there and he can reccommend any number of mechanics in the City/Antigua, you may have to be towed if very serious Fin Núñez try to message him in Spanish however his Wife fluent in English and tell him where you are in Guate..copy and paste your message above..Tell Fin you know "Nova" Donald Leibowicz who recommended him maybe Blockage in your cooling system as Sarah Stewart if you are closer to Quetzaltenango - "Xela" in western highlands are good mechanics there in Zone 2, ask natives for help or Expats Living in Guatemala Buena suerte.
In search of a decent mechanic in Chitre, Panama. I had a quick look on iOverlander but saw nothing. Did anyone make use of one while travelling through this area at all?
Jeff F. replied:
Vw mechanic in La Chorrera. Haven't used him (yet) but I was given his contact by an argentian couple travelling in a combi. Beto +50764464906.
Looking for a good mechanic in Lima probably
Puri to replace my clutch. I have a 2008 Kawasaki klr 650 and it's starting to feel like the clutch is near the end of it's...