SoCal General Chat

[norcal318is]

Hi All,
Recently moved to the so cal area and I wanted to know if you can recommend any repair shops. My transmission needs to be looked at, and I don't know of any reputable shops in the LA and Orange County area.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions.

[IRON-E]

Is this for an automatic or 5 speed trans? Also depends on what part of the city you are in, LA & OC are pretty big and going to a reputable shop near you would probably benefit you.

[2mAn]

Hi All,
Recently moved to the so cal area and I wanted to know if you can recommend any repair shops. My transmission needs to be looked at, and I don't know of any reputable shops in the LA and Orange County area.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions.

LA and Orange County areas is a LARGE cross-section.
LA - JMP in Canoga Park
Orange County - Bullet Performance in Costa Mesa

Those are my recommendations. Many people have had good experience with Castros in LA, but I dont have any personal experience. Im sure there are others that I cant think of right now

[Tom_T]

Hi All,
Recently moved to the so cal area and I wanted to know if you can recommend any repair shops. My transmission needs to be looked at, and I don't know of any reputable shops in the LA and Orange County area.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions.

norcal318is -

If you're in OC or South LA County - Hans Imports on Talbert Ave in Huntington Beach.

They've been working on my `85 325e since new & had rebuilt my 5spd tranny on the 325e 15-20+/- years ago & 100K+/- miles since with no problems.

I've been a Hans customer since 1975.

Good Luck!
Tom
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[m3clutch]

Hi All,
Recently moved to the so cal area and I wanted to know if you can recommend any repair shops. My transmission needs to be looked at, and I don't know of any reputable shops in the LA and Orange County area.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions.

If you're around the south bay 110/91 interchange, there SBI, south bay independent. Super knowledgeable dudes, might be a little short with you if you aren't patient since they are always swamped with work, but they fix stuff right the first tiem and your set for life. Long time customer since the late 90s.

[randywalters]

Hi All,
Recently moved to the so cal area .....

So Cal is massive. Exactly what city are you in?

It's nice to have a nearby mechanic. Mine is my old pals at South Bay Independent in Gardena. 5 Stars !

[IRON-E]

Good Morning Happy people of Socal Gen Chat.

[2mAn]

Good Morning Happy people of Socal Gen Chat.

Sup

[IRON-E]

Hi Simon, it was cool seeing you last Friday at the meet

[aryahmmr]

Hi all, I just joined this group and looking to get acquainted with some local E30 drivers. I've got an '85 325e which doesn't start. Rats chewed through the wiring harness (which is a pain in the ass to match up the wires and solder them) so I'm working on getting that repaired. There are a few sensors which I'm not sure where they go and what they do. If I could meet up with someone who has a 325e from 1985-1986 and check out your car, that would be great. Thanks!

[rudy]

Hi all, I just joined this group and looking to get acquainted with some local E30 drivers. I've got an '85 325e which doesn't start. Rats chewed through the wiring harness (which is a pain in the ass to match up the wires and solder them) so I'm working on getting that repaired. There are a few sensors which I'm not sure where they go and what they do. If I could meet up with someone who has a 325e from 1985-1986 and check out your car, that would be great. Thanks!

I'm down in San Diego but can send pics of my engine bay if you'd like. Production date is 9/85 so it'll have some differences than yours but you may still find them useful.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-bmw-325-19/

This BAT listing also has some good engine bay shots which I found useful when putting mine back together. Best of luck!

[prisonerofdoom83]

Where to get a rebuild rack here in SoCal? Should I roll the dice with rack doctor and themixed reviews I read everywhere

[IRON-E]

Where to get a rebuild rack here in SoCal? Should I roll the dice with rack doctor and themixed reviews I read everywhere

No issues here. I bought a brand new one and no problems at all.

[Chilezen]

My rack from them has been fine. Lost track of time, but it's at least 5 years old.. maybe 7? Only issue was when I went to get an alignment, the guy told me I was missing the clamps/locks that secure the jamnut from spinning away from the tie rod. I haven't had a problem with it but I feel like it should have been included if it were that important.

[glnr13]

i bought a purple tag e46 rack from them in 2018 and had no complaints. i've heard/read about post covid operations not being as efficient or quick but that was not my experience.