Western Arizona Truck & Auto Repair

10/09/2026

Valve cover and engine mount replacement.

10/05/2026

Pesky rodents chewing through wires and hoses? We have you covered!

This customer had no wiper activity, no washer fluid making its way to the sprayers and a defective blower motor, all due to rodent damage. We replaced the wiper motor connector, replaced the chewed washer hose ane replaced the blower motor that was inoperable and packed full of rodent forage and bedding. Now everything functions as it should.

09/22/2026

A customer brought us their vehicle (motorhome) after another shop had already replaced the fuel pump and ignition coils, yet rough performance and the check engine light still remained.

We diagnosed a bit deeper and after finding both engine banks at -15% fuel trim we uncovered the hidden culprit: an internally ruptured fuel pressure regulator.

Check engine light on? Vehicle not running smoothly like it used to? Give us a call today to see how we can help!

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09/11/2026

08/19/2026

In progress; front end collision ATV repair.

07/15/2026

The heat and dry weather of the desert might leave your skin dry and cracking and there is nothing we can do for you about it!

BUT

If your vehicle has worn out and dry rotted rubber, we have the solution! Over time your vehicles bushings, mounts and other components with rubber wear out and become weak. This can cause an array of problems from poor ride quality, to potentiality damaging drivetrain components. Call us today to get your vehicle inspected at NO COST. Lets make sure your vehicle is in top shape and you are getting the most quality ride your vehicle has to offer.

06/25/2026

Since moving our shop out here from the East Coast, we’ve noticed a pattern coming through our doors. We’ve had a handful of vehicles come in recently with valve body and solenoid issues in their transmission. What we found was; according to their owners and their mileage logs, these vehicles were serviced in accordance to their regular maintenance schedule... But when we drained the fluid? It was dirty and completely worn out. I mean just nasty!

So how does fluid that "isn't due" yet look that bad? It all comes down to the environment we live in. Back east, a "standard" service interval might treat you just fine. But Arizona driving isn't standard. The combination of extreme temperatures, airborne dust, and steep mountain grades puts significantly more strain on mechanical systems and fluids than moderate, temperate climates.

When it comes to your transmission, three major factors are actively killing your fluid:

The Scorching Heat: High ambient temperatures mean your transmission has to work harder to keep itself cool. Heat is the number one enemy of transmission fluid; once it overheats, it loses its ability to lubricate and protect moving parts.

Airborne Dust and Grit: Desert dust has a way of finding its way into everything. Over time, micro-contaminants can breach systems, mixing with stressed fluid to create a destructive, abrasive sludge.

The Mountain Climbs: Dealing with the 5-7% grades scattered all over our state puts immense load and strain on your drivetrain. Climbing those grades creates more internal heat in addition to the already hot ambient temperature causing fluid to break down even faster.

The Solution: Follow the "Severe Use" Schedule for your vehicle. We want to help you protect your investment and avoid a massive repair bill. If you drive in Arizona, we highly recommend throwing the "normal" schedule out the window and adhering to your vehicle’s Severe Duty Schedule.

What does that mean exactly? For most vehicles, a standard transmission service might be recommended every 60,000 to 100,000 miles. Under a Severe Duty Schedule, that interval usually drops to every 30,000 to 50,000 miles.

Fluid is cheap. A brand-new transmission or valve body replacement is not. If you can't remember the last time your transmission fluid was checked or changed—or if you’ve been tackling those mountain passes in the summer heat—give us a call. We'll check the condition of ALL your fluids and make sure your ride is actually ready for the desert elements!

06/24/2026

2005 Ram 2500 front axle replacement. Customer hit road debris on 93 just shy of Dolan Springs. By the time he got to town the axle had suffered damage from the universal joint coming apart.

06/01/2026

Customer requested we replace the factory metal coolant pipe with a solid rubber hose on this 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. This will make it easier in the future to service if the hose fails and do away with the factory metal tube that is known to rust.

05/20/2026

Shifter cable replacement on this 1998 Explorer.