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Old Jun 22, 2007 | 01:03 PM
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Can anyone tell me of any LS1 shops in the Phoenix area that they would recommend? Might be moving there in a few months and would like to know ahead of time. As it stands right now I would probably be living in the Avondale area.

Also, where could I get 100+ unleaded octane gas? Any stations that have it at the pump?

Thanks for any info.

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Old Jun 22, 2007 | 01:42 PM
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AZ Power and Sound, XTreme Motorsports, Arizona Speed and Marine
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Old Jun 22, 2007 | 05:02 PM
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AZ Power and Sound, XTreme Motorsports, Arizona Speed and Marine
Thanks for the reply. Do you have any first-hand experience with any of these shops?
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Old Jun 22, 2007 | 05:35 PM
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Eh kinda. I bought my first supercharger from AZ Speed and Marine and had them install it. They did a good job, but took a long time and were not overly friendly/personable.

I buy my methanol from Xtreme Motorsports and I bought a Nick Williams throttle body through them. They were ok to work with.

I have not done business with AZPS before, but I have talked to Chad a few times and he seems ok. I know AZPS has a big following and they have hosted a couple of Phoenix area get-togethers.

I think all three of these shops were LS1tech sponsors at one time, but none of them are listed anymore. I don't think you would go wrong with any of these shops, they are all pretty reputable as far as I know. What are you wanting to have done?


Just thought of another one too....ProDyno. Never had any experience dealing with them.

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I'm not really looking for these shops to do anything for me at this time. I'm currently having a 383 built and it should be completed here shortly. My concern is if I have problems with the motor after I move to Phoenix is there a shop that is knowledgeable and competent with LS1s.

I guess I'm seeing who is out there that could provide "damage control" if needed.

BTW, do you have any info on the availability of 100 octane out there?

Thanks.
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Old Jun 22, 2007 | 11:25 PM
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Cavecreek and Union Hills there is a gas station that sells 104 unleaded. Only place besides the track that I know of.

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Old Jun 23, 2007 | 12:25 AM
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I have had great experience with AZ Power and Sound.
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Old Jun 23, 2007 | 01:05 PM
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61ave and northen has gas inside
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cavecreek and northern is 101.. lol i just bought some last nite. $5.99 a gallon. and AZPS for all ur Ls1 needs. any other shops here in town are worthless.. Speed and marine isnt too bad.. but they are expensive and take a long time. pro dyno is next door to AZPS.. and they ****** blow. will take ur money and tell u to get screwed. Xtreme is good too.. chad works back over there now.
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there is also gear head garage in gilbert and top gear motorsports in mesa if you have an a4 he does excellent work
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DO NOT go to azps
extremely poor service, extremely shady....




az automasters is fantastic....they fixed what azps fucked up
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 10:54 AM
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Originally Posted by brians98ss
Can anyone tell me of any LS1 shops in the Phoenix area that they would recommend? Might be moving there in a few months and would like to know ahead of time. As it stands right now I would probably be living in the Avondale area.

Also, where could I get 100+ unleaded octane gas? Any stations that have it at the pump?

Thanks for any info.

Brian
TopGear Motorsports, in Mesa. Know first hand of quality work and honest
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Old Jun 28, 2007 | 12:52 AM
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TopGear Motorsports, in Mesa. Know first hand of quality work and honest

i could not agree more, sean is the owner and he quoted me like 348.25 for some work and when he billed me it was 349. i didnt care and the next time i had come in to get some work done he gane me 75 cents because he charged me more than the quote.

he is the most honest and friendly person i know. **** any other shops in phx. top gear motorsports is the only place i will let touch my carr
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Old Jun 28, 2007 | 01:41 PM
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heres a site that have the locations of fuel. http://www.arizonaautoracing.com/Racefuel_Locations.htm
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Originally Posted by 00cls1camaross
i could not agree more, sean is the owner and he quoted me like 348.25 for some work and when he billed me it was 349. i didnt care and the next time i had come in to get some work done he gane me 75 cents because he charged me more than the quote.

he is the most honest and friendly person i know. **** any other shops in phx. top gear motorsports is the only place i will let touch my carr
x2 sean def goes the extra mile. I've only been there one time to get one of his shiftkits with a .490 boost valve done and he did excellent work.
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Old Jun 28, 2007 | 06:21 PM
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Bell and 56 street has 100 octance gas.
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Old Jun 28, 2007 | 06:34 PM
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Thanks for all the replies.
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Old Jun 28, 2007 | 07:01 PM
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+1 for AZ Automasters and Top Gear Motor Sports.

AZ Automasters just rebuilt the rear end (w/ 3.73's) in my car. Mike (the owner) is a good guy. All of them own F-bodies or Vettes.

Also, I've heard nothing but good things about Sean (whom I've met at Firebird several times). When I upgrade the torque converter I'll be going to him.

Unfortunately for you (if you move to Avondale) they are both on the other side of town.
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