DFW trusted shop?

[cooldaddysquid]

I live in the Dallas area, and I usually take my 911 into Mayo Performance in mid-cities. However, we've moved on the far edge of the metroplex, and now the drive is a bit prohibitive.

Does anyone know a good shop in the Dallas area (Dallas or east of Dallas) that can work on vintage 911's ('84)?

Thanks!

[blucille]

I'd drive a couple hundred miles to use Mayo...none better.

[88911coupe]

Well you might try Autoscope, also there is supposed to be a really good air cooled guy and the Porsche Dealer in Plano. I'm in the Park Cities and still willingly drive out to Zims if I need "professional" help. Its a bit of a haul but worth it. I can see that Mayos might be a bit of a haul if you are on the east side of Dallas. I do 99% of my own work but thats getting to be a bit old, not to mention I'M getting old!

[1QuickS]

Mayo Performance.

[$ Short]

Another for Mayo's

[MikeD]

Well I only frequent Mayo's... But if Barry Gibbs 911 Enterprises is still around they used to be well regarded and located further east.

[cooldaddysquid]

Thanks for the suggestions! Yeah, I think I may end up just going to Mayo. They do such great work! I'll look into the alternatives first.

It's great to belong to such a friendly, helpful Porsche community. Thanks again, all!

[enzo1]

Originally Posted by 88911coupe

... also there is supposed to be a really good air cooled guy and the Porsche Dealer in Plano. ...!

??? needing a 4 corner balance ... anyone know who this guy is in Plano is? Actually i'm in southern Oklahoma, considering Mayo's.

[Steve@Rennsport]

Mayo, hands down.

[enzo1]

Originally Posted by Steve@Rennsport

Mayo, hands down.

Mayo it is. thanks

[JabsZA]

Great to hear all the thumbs up for Mayo.

I am a first time buyer, who is looking for a reputable services partner (im based in Las Colinas)...Mayo seems to come up all the time...

I wonder how their pricing is compared to others? Paying premium for quality?

[79 Euro]

Mayo's is now $119.00/hr. My 911 has never run better. Mike, Tom and Ed are all great guys. Ed is the Early 911 Answer Man for PCA Panomara magazine. They have a get together the 3rd Saturday morning of each month and host the May At Mayo's Show n Shine concours on May 2. Why would you go anywhere else's?

[hastighet]

I think you'll find that 119/hr is within a few dollars an hour of any of the reputable shops in town. I've worked with a few and while I haven't had any bad experiences, Mayo always delivers on my expectation plus some. I have found the work to be meticulous. They are quality guys.

[IXXI_carrera]

Another vote for Mayo's too.

Although I have used Ed at Mullenix Motorsports in North Dallas. He is active in the local PCA chapter (Maverick region) and his shop is very close to my home. I had him do some small stuff and seems very competent.

[chuckr]

I know the guy at the dealer in Plano....Chuck Haynes.
One of the best Porsche mechanics anywhere !

[paul.911]

Hey cooldaddysquid, I think I live near you. I think I saw you driving around once. I try to do my own work as well.

Mayo has a lot of good reviews as you see, RAC has done well for me too and is a lot closer.

[paul.911]

Originally Posted by IXXI_carrera

Another vote for Mayo's too.

Although I have used Ed at Mullenix Motorsports in North Dallas. He is active in the local PCA chapter (Maverick region) and his shop is very close to my home. I had him do some small stuff and seems very competent.

How would you grade his electronics knowledge? I would like my fuse box cleaned up but it seems like a lot to tackle.

[niels e46 m3]

id recommend Buckley Racing in Lake Worth... a bit outside of Dallas, but an air-cooled expert

[RFP]

I've known Ed Mayo over thirty years and Tom Petrushka nearly as long... to me they are the best in the business.

[IXXI_carrera]

Paul.911

I only used Ed for my shifter coupling repair, nothing electrical, so I can't comment on his knowledge.

Dave