Erik (mechanic) and Steve (owner) were extremely efficient and knowledgeable in all things transmission, and also honest and kind.
I bought a 2006 Ford diesel e450 recently. I bought the van to save money so that I can haul my own material for a remodel.
I bought it in Auburn and trying to drive it north of Bellingham. I got an inexpensive ODB reader, so I knew there was a transmission issue before starting the trip. But, it turned out worst than I thought. It slipped and chuckled on highway badly after about 30 mins driving on highway. So, I had to exit the highway and get help. One shop quoted me $550 just for the diagnostic, and not willing to give out any kind of estimate even for worth-case scenario... A nearby shop gave me a "free" diagnostic, and told me I need full transmission rebuild. But, they then charge me $140 for diagnostic when I didn't go ahead with the rebuild.
I called Transmission Outlet and told Steve about my problem. He was upfront on how much they charge for full rebuild if needed (and they do it themselves, so warranty will not be an issue) and told me they would not charge me anything for diagnostic even if I ended up not doing the repair. So, I bought the car there. Erik looked at it in the next morning and told me the problem was exactly what the ODB reader said. He estimated it would only take 2 hours of labour told me exactly how much the parts and trans-oil would cost. Got it out of the door at the estimated time and the exact amount (1/5 of a full-rebuild). The transmission now shifts wonderful.
Unfortunately, there was another problem with my Ford. It lost power intermittently. Not knowing the problems, I called Steve and he sent Erik and gave me diagnostic where my car stalled. It was clearly not a transmission problem. Erik was very sympathetic gave me as much information as he can so I can find a diesel mechanic to help. I finally got a diesel mechanic and got the other problem fixed. The other problem were related to the cam shaft sensor and it got broken housing so the problem only appeared when it rained hard. It verified everything Erik said.
What planned as a two-hour trip ended up being a weeks-long journey. Erik and Steve were the very best people I met in the journey. They were very upfront, and willing to share the knowledge and honored everything they said thru-out; there were no misunderstanding and surprises. They definitely went way beyond and came help me on the other issue, I am very thankful for the kindness. They care about their work and the clients. I have no doubt they will honor their warranty. I wish they do more than just transmission. read more