Porsche repair shop in Atlanta?

[rennch]

We need to get some clutch work done on a Boxter...anyone know a shop (other than the dealer) that fixes Porsches in the Atlanta area?

Thanks,

mike

[RSDbabe]

Thank you for the help!!

[willtel]

I have never used either but I have also not heard any bad word of mouth.

Rylands Specialized Import Service
2002 Airport Ind Park Dr SE
Marietta, GA 30060
(770) 951-9305

Franz Blam Racing
Thomas.Blam@franzblamracing.com
2040 Steel Drive Tucker, Georgia 30084
Phone (770) 939-6100
Fax (770) 939-9036

[stormmaster]

Some here don't like him...But my brother and I have always had great luck with Reggie at Pro Formance Place on South Cobb Drive in the Smyrna/Marietta area.

[jmh61]

I use Dieder at Franz Blam. They do excellent work and get it done by when it is promised.

[rcecale]

Mike (emptyo),

It really depends on what part of Atlanta you're talking about.

Ryland's place is northwest Atlanta, and receives my highest recommendation. He's a real knowledgeable, stand up guy that does quality work.

On the northeast side is where Franz Blam Racing is located.

There is more info if you do a search...like this thread.

Cheers!

Randy

[ben parrish]

Mike, are you visiting Atlanta? We are a couple of hours north and would love to catch up.
Ben

[rattlsnak]

Premier in Alpharetta is run by Kerry, great guy/shop. Also Rylands as mentioned.

[rennch]

Whoa...hey Ben! I lost track of you guys. I am not visiting Atlanta, but I did last year. Drop me a line at racercl at gmail dot com and we'll chat.

[tomphot]

I've got to put a plug in for Jim Kimmey who owns European Import Services in Suwanee. 770-932-5267
I had a starting problem that was looked into at another shop - discussed on this board and another without results.
I talked to Jim at length on the phone and he came up with the correct plan that fixed the issue.
I even drove my car up to Suwanee from Norcross one evening and he drove me home - he lives in Tucker.
Great guy.

[rennch]

Thanks for the tips.

Has anyone done a clutch in a Boxter? Is it DiY friendly?

[dshepp806]

Should you consider heading southward around 80 miles, there's a great wrench in Bolingbroke that I use: James Roberts of Roberts' Automotive. VERY professional,..and VERY Porsche,..maybe a bit cheaper than the Atlanta market (possibly). He's my go to guy.

Best,

Doyle

[rennch]

I think the only issue would be getting the car down there. That's going to be a challenge...

[Jared at Pelican Parts]

Originally Posted by emptyo

Thanks for the tips.

Has anyone done a clutch in a Boxter? Is it DiY friendly?

I have.

It's not that difficult, but you will require a speicalized Torx socket to remove one of the bolts holding the tranny to the engine. I had to cut it down with the Dremel and slip a 13mm wrench over it.

You will need to remove the suspension crossmembers/underplate, exhaust, CV shafts, shifter cables, and the tranny mounts.

Obviously, support the engine and use jackstands when underneath.

[porscheguyatl]

The best place to go BY FAR is Cali Auto - they are in Stockbridge, but they will pick your car up for you. Here's their website: Porsche Repair Atlanta

They also do a lot of canvas top replacements too: Porsche Canvas Top Repair Atlanta

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