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The Costes Shop The Costes Shop (say “coast”) is a shop dedicated to working on older cars, jeeps, heavy trucks etc.

Things we can do to your old Hot Rod today:Install a new 3 wire internal regulator alternator found at any parts store. ...
08/06/2026

Things we can do to your old Hot Rod today:

Install a new 3 wire internal regulator alternator found at any parts store. Requires minimal wiring modifications. I can build brackets for any engine, but of course I keep SBC brackets in stock.

Replace missing ground straps to keep your headlights from flickering and your engine starting well.

Install adjustable flashers for your LED bulbs so they will flash at the speed you wish.

Install a relay so your new HEI doesn’t make your engine sound like a bowl of Rice Crispies.

Replace antique Headlight connectors, add relays to the headlights if you like to run Halogen bulbs.

Replace your old crimp on connectors with solder on heat shrink connectors.

Anything else just ask. If I don’t do it I will let you know.

We just finished up some odds and ends on some regular customer’s cars. The shop is actually empty at the moment. We don...
08/06/2026

We just finished up some odds and ends on some regular customer’s cars. The shop is actually empty at the moment. We don’t collect a pile of broken cars outside the shop, we get them done. We also do brake, suspension and cooling system work on newer cars as time allows. Local Pick up of your car is only 50 dollars added to the ticket. The plan is for you to be able to drive it home.

Put new front and rear Cats on this Nissan, cleared codes.
07/11/2026

Put new front and rear Cats on this Nissan, cleared codes.

Had to put an updated TUPY head casting on this jeep.
07/11/2026

Had to put an updated TUPY head casting on this jeep.

110 ft lbs is a lot more that it used to be, but it’s not all bad, the number 11 bolt with the sealant is only 100 ft lb...
07/06/2026

110 ft lbs is a lot more that it used to be, but it’s not all bad, the number 11 bolt with the sealant is only 100 ft lbs. I think I would have died if they were all 110.

Another one back on the road, charging, starting and not draining the battery. I knew it felt extra hot on the mountain.
06/11/2026

Another one back on the road, charging, starting and not draining the battery. I knew it felt extra hot on the mountain.

Had to go to Tennessee to get this one yesterday for a client. I can pick up your non running or running project and dro...
05/10/2026

Had to go to Tennessee to get this one yesterday for a client. I can pick up your non running or running project and drop it back off if you don’t want to drive it home.

I have had more work in the shop lately than I have had time to do. I just installed a new harness front to rear in this...
05/10/2026

I have had more work in the shop lately than I have had time to do. I just installed a new harness front to rear in this 38, all new sending units, bulbs and switches, and I am in process of upgrading the cooling system.

My sweetheart Tammy Costes cut about 2 acres of grass at the shop today while I was finishing the wiring on a 38 Chevy. ...
04/12/2026

My sweetheart Tammy Costes cut about 2 acres of grass at the shop today while I was finishing the wiring on a 38 Chevy. The shop is starting to ramp back up and I appreciate her help.
We have purchased a lot of new equipment, and we are starting another LLC for commercial lawn care/minor Landscaping/Yard Maintenance. We may do some residential yards also as time allows, We will start a page for it soon.

04/05/2026

We are back up and running! We are ready to put your classic back on the road. Message or call me today, 205 310 2158, or by Facebook Messenger. We will be glad to give you a free estimate.

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530 Mountain Top Drive
West Blocton, AL
35184

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