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Old 12-21-2018, 01:25 AM   #901
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Hey fam, looking for a shop in the greater Santa Barbara, Ventura, down to Thousand Oaks area. Just some minor work any place could perform but would like to throw my dollars at a Subie shop if at all possible.


The closest place I trust is Yimisport in Valencia/Santa Clarita. Right where the 126 meets the 5. It's a little drive but worth it for their expertise.
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Old 02-12-2019, 10:47 PM   #902
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Some of the shops listed are not in business anymore. Can we get an updated list?
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Old 02-14-2019, 12:36 PM   #903
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Some of the shops listed are not in business anymore. Can we get an updated list?
The list has not been updated in over a year. Even then, the last update did not include all the shops commenting in the thread. Its FAR from a complete or even functional list.

If you are in Menifee I recommend Subie Shop in Oceanside.
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Old 02-19-2019, 03:59 PM   #904
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Are there any current shops on the west side near Culver City that specializes in Subarus and/or does tuning? Everything on this list is either far away or closed. Thanks.
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Old 02-21-2019, 10:16 PM   #905
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The list has not been updated in over a year. Even then, the last update did not include all the shops commenting in the thread. Its FAR from a complete or even functional list.

If you are in Menifee I recommend Subie Shop in Oceanside.
Thanks for the info.
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Old 03-14-2019, 02:06 AM   #906
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Default Apocalypse Racing

Got a great Dyno tune and rebuild on my STI here. Better rates than anybody I found in the area by far, even picked me up from work after they finished the tune . If your in the Riverside or San Diego area its worth a visit.

Apocalypse Racing Import Techs
27488 Enterprise Cir W #3, Temecula, CA 92590
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Old 03-14-2019, 10:46 PM   #907
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Seen some seriously shady stuff go down at Apocolypse. Work with no reciepts, jdm engine swaps with incorrect harness/ecm and no tune, blessing and installing engines with less than 100psi compression, and more. I do not believe they are BAR licensed either (not last I checked). Do your homework before dropping off your prized Subie.
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Old 04-01-2019, 06:55 PM   #908
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Anyone recommend anything in SGV other than Suby Specialties in Monrovia?
Very busy over there!
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Old 04-01-2019, 07:38 PM   #909
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Anyone recommend anything in SGV other than Suby Specialties in Monrovia?
Very busy over there!
you can try r1 on new ave.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/r1-motor-san-gabriel
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Old 04-02-2019, 12:28 PM   #910
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Thanks, personal experience there?
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Old 07-14-2019, 09:46 PM   #911
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Any suggestions for a shop for head gasket replacement near Santa Monica/West LA? Just got an insane quote to replace it (2,500) and would prefer to find a shop that's trustworthy.
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Old 08-10-2019, 04:03 PM   #912
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Any suggestion for a shop near west la/valley for a stage1 tune and exhaust install?
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Old 08-17-2019, 06:03 PM   #913
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Question Looking 4 WRX Mechanic in Oceanside CA

Hi everyone,

I am in need of some possible clutch repairs on my 03 Bugeye WRX...

Does anyone know of a Subaru knowledgeable mechanic in Oceanside-California (as close to the 92054 zip as possible) that can take a look at my car and possibly perform quality maintenance?

Thanks in advance!

RZ

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Old 08-17-2019, 09:53 PM   #914
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Reach out to Subie Shop in Oceanside. I was down there for a tune at Delicious and Bill recommended Subie Shop for some work on my car while I was in the area.

http://www.subieshopautorepair.com/contact.html


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Hi everyone,

I am in need of some possible clutch repairs on my 03 Bugeye WRX...

Does anyone know of a Subaru knowledgeable mechanic in Oceanside-California (as close to the 92054 zip as possible) that can take a look at my car and possibly perform quality maintenance?

Thanks in advance!

RZ
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Old 08-18-2019, 03:15 AM   #915
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Thanks for the recommendation Jarky!

Turns out, Subie Shop is less than 3 miles from my house, bonus!!
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Old 09-21-2019, 09:57 PM   #916
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I live in LA, but this Oceanside shop was recommended to me - I phoned on a whim prior to buying my (first!) WRX, and the owner was extremely helpful and giving of his time and knowledge about boxers and such. He knew I wasnt likely going to be a customer, but spent time anyway. Since that call, I've heard others say great things about the team's work.
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Old 11-26-2019, 12:29 PM   #917
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looking for a reputable shop to perform a compression and leakdown test in San Diego.

Any recommendations?
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Old 12-06-2019, 10:05 PM   #918
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Default LA Mechanics Garage / Hands On Work

Wuttup Fam.

New to the game and I just picked up a 06' Saab 9-2x aero. Which Im sure most of you know is a Saabaru WRX. Their forum is a bit dead so figured I would hit this one up

Part of the reason I got this car is so I could wrench on this car myself. Problem is I live in an apartment and jacking it up is a pain in the a$s.

Is there is anyone in the LA area that has a home garage/shop and knows a thing or two about how to work on these cars? I know there are legit shops but they are always a little leery about some random guy walking around using their tools. Whatever the task at hand I'd be happy to pay you your rate and get my hands dirty as well.

-Ruta
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Old 04-13-2020, 12:10 PM   #919
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any recommendations for performance alignment shop near Temcula... ride height, camber, caster, etc..

thanks
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Old 07-21-2020, 09:27 PM   #920
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Any Subaru specialty shops available near North Dakota?
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Old 08-17-2020, 10:43 AM   #921
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getting back into a suby looking for a tuner for a protune im located anywhere from the southbay to the valley i.e. sylmar
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Old 08-17-2020, 01:26 PM   #922
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Default Front End Alignment OC

If anyone wants a solid front end alignment in OC - Check out suspension plus in Laguna Niguel. Solid place. Great alignment. One of the guys has a lifted subi ...
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Old 09-01-2020, 02:31 PM   #923
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Default Mark's Independent Service in Chatsworth, CA

Recently visited this shop and they were quick and kind and the shop was super clean!


Mark's Independent Service
10121 Canoga Ave, Ste F, Chatsworth, CA 91311
http://marksindependent.com
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Old 01-23-2021, 04:55 PM   #924
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Anyone recommend a good shop in the IE?
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Old 01-24-2021, 03:17 PM   #925
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Anyone recommend a good shop in the IE?
I have heard good things about EJ's Auto
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