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Work orders I take
Domestic and Asian. One vehicle at a time. Appointments required.
Who
Steve — ASE Master automotive technician since 1998. Family-owned home shop. I will be the one who works on your car.
Where
5520 34th St Loop NE, Tacoma, WA 98422. Serving Tacoma, Browns Point, Dash Point, and Federal Way (some customers from Renton and Kent).
How
Open a ticket via the contact form, or text (253) 951-6681. No drop-ins. One vehicle at a time.
Ticket rack
Full work-order list
From the live auto-repair-services page. Not a rate card — no dollar figures invented.
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WO-01Maint Oil changes & routine maintenance
Keep the engine running smoothly with regular service.
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WO-02Safety Brake repairs & replacements
Safe stopping when you need it.
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WO-03Diag Engine diagnostics & repairs
Find the fault and fix what needs fixing.
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WO-04R&R Transmission repairs & replacements
R&R available; no internal rebuilds.
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WO-05Chassis Suspension & steering
Handling and stability work.
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WO-06Elec Electrical system repairs & diagnostics
Modules, wiring, and charging issues.
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WO-07Climate AC repairs & recharges
Stay cool through Tacoma summers.
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WO-08Start Battery replacements
Reliable starts.
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WO-09Exhaust Exhaust system repairs
Quiet, efficient exhaust work.
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WO-10Inspect Pre-purchase inspections
Unbiased look before you buy.
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WO-11Tune Engine tune-ups & performance
Keep the engine at its best.
Posted on the bay door
Shop rules — what I don’t take
- No European vehicles
- No diesels
- No trucks or SUVs over 7 ft tall (shop door height)
- No tire replacement (dismounting / remounting)
- No body work or welding
- No engine rebuilds
- No internal transmission repairs (I can remove and replace an engine/transmission)
Equipment on the floor
- 10,000 lb two-post lift
- Professional OTC/Bosch Evolve scanner
- ProDemand by Mitchell online service information
- I.A.T.N. sponsoring member
- 9,000 lb-rated winch with radio remote for towed-in vehicles