Apachewoman Posted July 13, 2021 Report Share Posted July 13, 2021 My vintage VW needs general services as well as the occasional part to keep it in its prime condition. Only 45,000 U.S. miles old I live near San Juan Cosala and prefer skill over convenience of location for obtaining assistance. Thank you for your help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostlylost Posted July 13, 2021 Report Share Posted July 13, 2021 Ron Young in Chapala, who holds many certifications, is very knowledgeable regarding the old VW's 376-765-6387 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timjwilson Posted July 14, 2021 Report Share Posted July 14, 2021 On this subject is anyone aware of a mechanic capable of solder circuit board repair? This includes such things as car computers, ABS modules, etc. I already tried Moises in Riberas but he is not this far into auto electronics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyPanda Posted July 14, 2021 Report Share Posted July 14, 2021 El Seiko maybe be able to help, in Chapala, on the road off the highway at the walkoverpass just past Soriana. Does not speak English, but is excellent. 331-065-6032 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sm1mex Posted July 14, 2021 Report Share Posted July 14, 2021 Filipe in Riberas is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkshawn Posted July 14, 2021 Report Share Posted July 14, 2021 2nd Ron Young, he is feisty about modern Engineering & passionate about simple effective design! aka old VW's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyjillin Posted July 14, 2021 Report Share Posted July 14, 2021 Moy did the restoration and maintenance on my '83 Renault R5 including making tools for it. I have seen older VW'S in his shop. I used Ron for a long time but not anymore. His brother Al is an excellent machinist though, for making parts. I am going to have Moy build me a custom moto trike so that I can ride again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted July 14, 2021 Report Share Posted July 14, 2021 Felipe is a good mechanic but for an old VW Ron Young would be my go-to guy, hands down! Across the highway from the Sorianas parking lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johanson Posted July 14, 2021 Report Share Posted July 14, 2021 Yes both Ron and his brother are great mechanics and have a very good reputation. And many have spoken highly over the years of Ron's ability to repair VWs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha1 Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 On 7/14/2021 at 8:49 AM, sm1mex said: Filipe in Riberas is great. Could you please supply more information on "Filipe in Riberas", i.e. website, address, etc.? Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 Felipe Morales AutoCheck 331-464-2324 Cell Hidalgo #90A Riberas, immediately west of the Wizz Cable Office, down an alley so to speak. Felipe was trained in the US, speaks fluent English, is a good and honest mechanic. I have used him to 'inspect' newly purchased used cars several times, and fix minor problems if necessary (brakes, steering joints, shocks, bearings, oil changes etc. Many times, including just a month ago, he did an inspection for me and recommended that I fix.... nothing! One thing he said might need some attention in a year or two but was too expensive a fix to do now, before it was really a problem. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHILLIN Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 On 7/14/2021 at 7:43 AM, timjwilson said: On this subject is anyone aware of a mechanic capable of solder circuit board repair? This includes such things as car computers, ABS modules, etc. I already tried Moises in Riberas but he is not this far into auto electronics. My computer ace, Adrian, uses an electronics repair shop in Guadalajara. Has all the scopes and testers. In Canada, where I am from, there is only one guy in Quebec who can do board level repairs on automobile computers, which can cost much over $2,000 to replace. He makes the repair, couriers you back the board, with a one year warrantee, for a lot less money. Adrian and his brother play around with electronics repairs. They are better than I am. Do you want their number? There is an oldschool way of feeling around circuit boards to find the 'hot' components, then freeze them with Freon. I just realised I have spent way too much time hanging around with geeks. And myself, the Mad Professor. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timjwilson Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 1 hour ago, CHILLIN said: My computer ace, Adrian, uses an electronics repair shop in Guadalajara. Has all the scopes and testers. In Canada, where I am from, there is only one guy in Quebec who can do board level repairs on automobile computers, which can cost much over $2,000 to replace. He makes the repair, couriers you back the board, with a one year warrantee, for a lot less money. Adrian and his brother play around with electronics repairs. They are better than I am. Do you want their number? There is an oldschool way of feeling around circuit boards to find the 'hot' components, then freeze them with Freon. I just realised I have spent way too much time hanging around with geeks. And myself, the Mad Professor. Sure; shoot their contact info. My buddy in Vancouver is an expert at this. He has saved me thousands over the years. Failing this, I'll try teaching myself and my right hand to do this on an ABS modulator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joan sikes Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 Alan's Automotive service and repair In Chapala. 331-176-9733. He is very fond of and knowledgeable about old VW bugs. He has maintained my 1992 bug for several years. He has found and replaced old parts. He re-did my suspension with air bags and new bigger tires which has transformed my ride esp. on cobblestones. He also re-did my entire interior to my custom specifications. I trust him completely. I have used Ron Young but greatly prefer Alan. He also comes and gets my car in La Floresta for servicing and returns it to my house (I tip him for that) and his prices are very fair. He has always treated me right. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joan sikes Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 I forgot to add that Alan's Automotive does body repair and paint, he speaks perfect English and is very easy to communicate with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHILLIN Posted July 23, 2021 Report Share Posted July 23, 2021 Adrian' s phone number 331 064 8578 I used to build electronics kits when younger. Made a custom drum machine. It was crap. Love the smell of solder and flux. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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