TheSamba.com :: View topic - Looking for a good VW mechanic near Lawrence, Kansas

Wed May 07, 2008 2:51 pm

That pretty much it, Im looking for a great VW mechanic for my late 70's bus that knows his/her stuff. Anyone have a recommendation? Thanks

Wed May 07, 2008 3:42 pm

is vee village still around? they used to be on shawnee mission parkway and pflumm-ish in lenexa back in the 90's. why do you need a mechanic? what's wrong with the bus?

Wed May 07, 2008 4:58 pm

dragon, are you going to wakarusa?

Wed May 07, 2008 6:16 pm

Hey Dragon,

I dont know of any mechanics in Lawrence but if you can wait, I would go to the VW show (I think its called Bug Fest or something) Memorial day weekend there in Lawrence and ask around. If anything you might be able to meet some folks who could help you with what ever problems you are having.

I'm going but havent decided which one of my Fatties I am going to take up there. Depends on the weather I suppose. :D

PM me and maybe we can meet at the show for a beer or something.

Jason

Thu May 08, 2008 12:08 pm

Yes Vee Village is still around. They are downtown right across from the new KC Star building.

http://www.veevillage.com/

Todd

Fri May 09, 2008 4:22 am

i will be going to Walkie fest all four days. :) Thanks for the info onthe shop in KC I just wanted to find a great shop to "go through" my bus honestly and accurately ( I bought the bus in Feb.) I know that I should probably become my best mechanic eventually.

Also I don't have reverse. I bought a front shift bushing but I think I'm missing the metal ring/clip. The part only came with the plastic/rubber bushing????

Fri May 09, 2008 10:15 pm

I take my 73 Westy to Das Autohaus at 1045 New Jersey in Lawrence...they do good work..especially Rob, but dave owns the shop...I worked there for a bit too so I can tell you they do actually do good work...

todd