How many times have i wandered into a "tuner" who has no buisness being in this buisness? Sure they have the money and can hire a bunch of people to do their bidding but what i really want is someone who understands my needs. That dumping all that money into a car to make it stronger isn't going to make it faster. Who did i find over this weekend? Someone who shares similar views with me on tuning. A tuner who listens to what i want (handling tuned to my needs, and braking) and works towards my goals. I'm happy to find a place that understands that racing on the track is different from what most people want in their daily driver or their lil street racer. * they do alot of custom fabrications, harnesses, swaps, and rebuilds. The list goes on but i couldn't remeber all the other stuff he mentioned. read more

I think Khoa's review was the only real review for this place. First impression: Called for a quote for a performance clutch job. Gave me the run around. Started to talk about what I need and there are many factors involved to determine the best set-up for my application. Sure, I'll play along. Started talking about himself trying to sell himself on quality and intellect over the phone. Stating he an mechanical engineer, electrical etc... Sure, thing...I guess you can start telling me that your qualified to work on my car even though I didn't ask for them yet. After a few minutes on the phone he stated can he called me back there's an important phone call he needs to pick up and he'll give me a call back. Sure...Didn't ask for name or number. Hmm, well guess what he didn't call back...I should have taken that for what's its worth and look for another person to call. My little sister needed a ride to work and well their shop was just down the street. I figure I just pop by and check out the shop to see if its a decent shop. Sorry, but you would be disappointed. Shop layout is a small office in front full of old/new auto parts. I can't tell if the parts were new the room was pretty dirty. There are no displays for you to look at or anything worth mentioning. I could see the garage and there were some cars sitting back there but nothing too impressive. Again I ask in person about my clutch. Again well we need to know what you will be using it for. Sure thing. I have a Civic with a GSR motor. I just want some performance that is better than stock but nothing too crazy. I 'm not planing to drag it or track it. I thought it was a simple request. You have a customer that looking for a typical bolt on unit that is better than stock. Nope, guess not as simple as I thought. I guy sitting there in the office started to talk to me about the clutch and how it can affect your transmission and suspension etc...(Sure if you are going for a hardcore racing clutch with w/o beefed up suspension and tranny you can damage it) But I guess they weren't listening the first time. I just want a clutch that is slightly better than stock. Nothing too crazy. Anyways, finally got them to give me time for a clutch replacement. 5 hours...I was like really? We used to take out trannys in an 1hr...45 minutes if your good. But hey the owner wants me to know that quality is what important. Ok, fine...Whatever. Now back to the golden question do you have the part and how much? Well, we need to know what you want and what flywheel you going with and your budget. Sheit, here we go again. Anyways, this review is way too long. Long story short. I wouldn't recommend this place. First impression: 1 (Ditry office and everything looks like that sent out. Although he claims he does custom fab. I can't see it because the shop doesn't look like it can afford a CNC machine.) Quality: NA Didn't and wouldn't bring my car here Customer service: 0 (When you tell someone that you'll call them back. Do it...It proves to the customer that you are a man of your word. Its one thing to say and talk but actions sure speaks louder than words) Quality of work is what you boast but how can anyone tell if the shop looks like dump? You want the recognition of a high quality shop but don't even take the time to make the shop presentable. I think it he could be a diamond in the rough and he is what it says he is but with experience that I have received so far its seems to me he's just another backyard mechanic trying to make it. read more

If you're looking for a tuning shop or just a good mechanic, look no more. this place is great, real honest shop, and the guy that owns it also operates it he is very friendly and very knowledgeable. he installed a camber kit for me and fixed my alignment and suspension, now my car drives smoother and straighter. he knows what he talks about and he knows what he is doing, and he is a real honest dude, he will not screw you over, and have you dump money into necessary things. all in all this guy will get the job done for a good price. read more

The owner Thanh used to be in the OC and I drive up to San Jose to have him work on my car. Stand up guy, honest, very knowledgeable, and trustworthy. He is so passionate about his work and about his shop. And treats you like you're family and does everything he can to take care of your car problems. Doesn't do anything without the costumers approval and puts only high quality parts in all of his cars costumers or his own. I left the shop feeling very satisfied. I wouldn't trust my car with anyone else besides this shop and owner. Plus the prices are very reasonable. read more

Horrible craftsmanship. Even though the shop is full of turbo'd cars, he doesn't really seem to know what he is doing. Here are a few things that went wrong with a custom install he worked on for over a month: -turbo lines were hooked up wrong -breather tank was incorrectly attached, oil everywhere in the intercooler -oil return line was -3an which caused the oil to be backed up into the turbo and blew out the seals -custom o2 housing only had 3 of 5 bolts attached -the bends in the o2 housing/down pipe were hammered to clear the steering column (rookie move) but it still rubs -o2 housing/downpipe barely clears steering column so anytime the throttle is applied-it hits -incorrect placement of V-band clamp, near the tranny and not off the turbo, cause headaches when we tried to fix his work -ATM dump tube for waste gate opens right above motor mount and steering line, so I can imagine how hot it can get -fittings for charge pipe were epoxied and not welded -oil feed line was not of correct length and caused a kink Shop review- Pros: -local -priced like other high end shops w/o the high end work -nice welds but he outsources the work so it doesn't count Cons: -messy -cars worked on are under another car on a lift -unorganized; tools and parts everywhere--did not return my OEM parts -does not return phone calls -bad follow up Final: Please close up shop so poor souls no longer have to put up with your horrible work. read more

I'm pretty sure when you think of tuning cars and a great mechanic, you think of a really big name shop and obviously loads of money involved. What does that really do for the owner of the car? Well for one, it could really have them spending tons of money on unnecessary fees and what not. There's a saying, "big things come in small packages." And with that being said, although this tuner shop isn't as big as you'd expect, you get what you pay for and then some. A great mechanic, great service, nothing but complete honesty and knowledge. This guy knows what he's doing most definitely. Have problems with your vehicle, or want something installed? This is definitely the place to go. read more

awesome place, friendly and quick service. The owner (ton) is super professional and courteous and always makes sure the customers are taken care of when they leave the shop. read more

my bf lives in san diego and he always waits and takes the time to drive up to san jose to come here to get his car fixed. what i like about the owner is that he's very knowledgeable and seems very driven. it's good to know that he's passionate about his job. it eases the awkwardness from a guy you don't know fixing your own personal possession. i vouch for this guy on mine and my bf's behalf. very trustworthy and promising! great that his shop is so close to my house too! bf comes home in a timely manner all the time= ]. read more

I think the shop owner is a trustworthy person. He doesn't half-ass his work and that's what I like about him. I can't say that to a lot of mechanics out there. He'll explain in details what your car needs and would only recommend fixings on a needed basis. He'll work with your budget which is a plus. I'm not sure what the other reviewers below are rambling about...if you walked into a shop with already a preconceived biasness, you won't get the service that you're looking for. It's just common sense. If you don't know what the hell you want done to your car or what you have in it then not even a scientist can help you! I don't know what y'all are talking about....the owner called me back as promised. I must've not burned bridges with him. read more