// Services

Everything mechanical, nose to tail

If it's on a '49–'79 air-cooled Volkswagen and it moves, wears, leaks, or sparks, we service it — for owners in Bend, Sisters, Redmond, and the rest of Central Oregon. Bodywork and paint we leave to the specialists — and we're happy to recommend good ones.

SEC. 01 — ENGINE

Engine rebuilds & service

Full rebuilds, top-end work, valve adjustments, oil changes with screen cleaning, and proper break-in procedures.

SEC. 02 — FUEL

Carburetors & fuel systems

Solex and aftermarket carb rebuilds, jetting, linkage sync on dual setups, fuel tank and line renewal.

SEC. 03 — DRIVETRAIN

Transmissions & clutches

Swing-axle and IRS gearbox service, clutch replacement, shift coupler and linkage adjustment.

SEC. 04 — BRAKES

Brake service

Drum service, wheel cylinders, master cylinders, hard and soft lines, and front disc conversions where appropriate.

SEC. 05 — CHASSIS

Suspension & steering

King & link pins, ball joints, torsion arm bushings, steering boxes, and ride-height adjustment done right.

SEC. 06 — ELECTRICAL

Wiring & charging

6-volt and 12-volt diagnosis, generator and alternator service, harness repair, and 12-volt conversions.

SEC. 07 — MAINTENANCE

Scheduled maintenance

Tune-ups, valve adjustments every 3,000 miles, points and timing, and pre-trip inspections before the big drive.

SEC. 08 — INSPECTION

Pre-purchase inspections

Thinking about buying a Bug or Bus? We'll put it on the lift and tell you exactly what you're getting into.

// Shop notes

How we work

Every job starts with a conversation and a proper diagnosis. You get a written estimate before we turn a wrench, and a call before anything changes.

We use quality German and OE-spec parts wherever possible, and we'll always tell you when a reproduction part is worth it — and when it isn't.

// Quick reference

Shop specs

Vehicles serviced
Type 1 / 2 / 3 / Ghia
Model years
1949–1979
Estimates
Free & written
Turnaround (tune-up)
Same day
Parts
German / OE-spec first

Not sure what it needs?

Describe the symptom — the noise, the smell, the drip — and we'll point you in the right direction.

Ask the shop