Mechanic Shop Recommendation in So Cal

[HappyHooligan]

I didn't see any threads to suggest or recommend repair shops.

I'm looking for a Toyota specialist in the Valley (Burbank) to do some work on my 2000 sport.

timing belt mostly as I don't want to tackle that.

know anyone or someone that works at Toyota and does stuff in their garage at home?

 

[lockedlex]

FWIW, the timing belt on this thing was one of the easiest repairs I've done on any car. You should really try it yourself, esp if you already have a garage. And you'd get to save a few hundred bucks too! I think the dealer wants 800-1200 for a TB replacement (with WP and Tstat). I did it all, including any special parts for 300. While I was there, I also replaced the original Radiator, all the hoses and belts and I was still significantly ahead.

The only special tool I had to get was a tensioner thing, which was cheap, made the job super easy!

 

[phattyduck]

There's a thread in the SoCal sub forum:

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/so-cal/217507-socal-4runner-shop-thread.html

-Charlie

 

[Denis_Ruso]

I've had a very good experience with

Service Lex in Canoga Park
Address: 7107 Canoga Ave, Canoga Park, CA 91303

He's a Lexus and Toyota specialist - mechanic and shop owner with no employees. Very honest, reasonable and proud of his work.