Need service in Jackson, Wyoming - recommendations?

[mapleguy]

Have engine problems on a cross country trip and need to get service as soon as possible in or near Jackson, Wyoming.

[E1]

I would call forum member and good guy "JackBombay," he lives near there and would know who to refer.

I believe his number is in his post signature.
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‘84 Westy, 2.1L with Digijet, 5.43 R+P, GT Gears
"Adding power makes you faster on the straights.
Subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere."
— Colin Chapman

[levi]

http://www.roadhaus.com/shops_search_map.php?state_id=50

A little old but might be helpful. All the way across the state ! bah...
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[levi]

http://www.roadhaus.com/shops_search_map.php?state_id=12

Idaho falls, lot closer, but with a "not recommended" attached ?
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One of these days I'm gonna settle down,
but till I do I won't be hangin round.
Going down that long lonesome highway,
gonna see life my way

https://youtu.be/cSrL0BXsO40

[termuehlen]

This is old information, but maybe worth a phone call:

Valley Car Service 1585 W. Berger Lane Jackson, WY (307) 732-1300

Rabbit Row 4280 Leeper Lane Wilson WY (307) 733-4331
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1988 Westfalia automatic Subaru OBD1
1986 syncro tintop wbx

[LxMxMxP]

I'm not yet a Vanagon owner, but had emergency repairs done this summer on my SUV at Autotech, 1405 Gregory Ln. 307-733-9198. There was a guy there at the same time with a Westy who was getting a shot transmission replaced. I can't say I vouch for the shop, but they were the only folks in town without a wait list and they got me back on the road same day. So there's that for what it's worth.
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Downsized from full time life in our '78 Greyhound bus conversion...on the hunt for our Westy.

[Wolfram]

Our Subaru powered Westy crapped out there last year and I think...... we had it diagnosed right quick at this place.
http://a1autojh.com/index2.html

Near parts stores and the most overpriced Motelsucks in the universe.
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88 Westy, '07 EJ25 Vanaru.
Either van-less on Waiheke Island in New Zealand where we spend the Southern summer, or Wolfram is in Seattle/Olympia in storage.

[jackbombay]

Jeremy Best in Victor Idaho (google will bring up his phone number) has worked on a lot of Vanagons over the years, done subbie swaps, etc... He doesn't get many air cooled vans but has certainly worked on more than a few.

Where is the van now? As it is not running well, Teton pass (between Jackson/Wilson Wyoming and Victor Idaho) should be avoided, it is a BRUTAL pass, not that high elevation wise, but it is *steep*.

I'm not really familiar with any of the shops in Jackson, I try to avoid that side of the hill whenever possible
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[mapleguy]

Thanks for all the tips! Found a shop in Jackson and it's running (sort of) but have decided to transport back to upstate NY. Any thought on good transport service?

[E1]

Supreme Auto Transport near Denver was run by racing friends of mine, but not sure if this is up their alley.

Ask for Doug (owner still?) and tell him Eric from IMI Team Biland sent you.
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‘84 Westy, 2.1L with Digijet, 5.43 R+P, GT Gears
"Adding power makes you faster on the straights.
Subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere."
— Colin Chapman

[jackbombay]

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[termuehlen]

I have used 4 Corners Transport Services on the recommendation of several users here. Jeff is a transport broker (360 210 7665) who shops transport companies. He provided me with a good price and did what he said he would.

Another option is to contact Jeremy (samba member bonecollector) of Skeeter's VW & Volkswear in Idaho Falls ID (208)200-6053. He is a super guy, who may be able to help you with regional transport, repair, storage, etc...

Good luck! Sorry your trip is taking an unexpected turn.
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1988 Westfalia automatic Subaru OBD1
1986 syncro tintop wbx

[E1]

[jackbombay]

Shipping from Jackson to New York will run ~$2000 based on the little bit of vehicle shipping that I have dealt with, a lot of repair work can be done for that much dough, something to consider for sure.
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Gas struts to pop your top easily!
Pop Top strut kits now available for late Bay window Westies

Samba ad here.


DIY artificial rain gutters (ARGs)