Automotive Machine Specialties

Brandon Monroe

★★★★★

5 years ago

Had my Subaru heads machined here. Great to work with. Very knowledgable. Fully recommend.

Emiliana Chávez

★★★★★

5 years ago

James is the best! Good quality work and great turnaround. I highly recommend.

James Johnson

★☆☆☆☆

Edited 8 years ago

Ripoff, this shop will Rob you blind 320$$ for axle bearing swap, reluctantly I found a guy who did it correctly for 110 the pair, James at A.M.S tells me 120 over the phone per axle I get there and he starts upping the price and saying it's this tough job, wow really the guy I brought it to had one axle completely stripped by the time I left the shop( 10 mins) save your time and moneywith these guys AND I forgot this shop is in conjystion with bills machine shop in Lynnwood, read about the review I gave those guys if interested. Both shops are a ripoff and looking to strike it rich on 1 job. Regards. If your looking for a real machine shop go to A&I machine shop in Snohomish behind advanced auto parts. Well worth it!!

Austin Jolley

★★★★★

3 years ago

I'm bad with names but the guy squeezed me in and had my head done in a couple days. The head sealed great and has no issues. Those will be my go to machine shop.

Brian Maine

★★★★★

12 years ago

James is top notch! ( VERY FAST AND EXCELLENT WORK) There is no reason to go anywhere else! Also a customer for life. Thanks from A & M AUTO REPAIR, ADRIAN & MIKE

Zoe Reese

★★★★★

7 months ago

Super helpful very nice guy. Would definitely recommend

BJ Rutledge

★★★★★

2 years ago

I call AMS whenever I need automotive machine work done. Managing ops at an auto repair shop, I often need their services. They are always prompt, professional, and do great work in a timely fashion. The only machine shop I use!

Lucas Metzker

★★★★★

5 years ago

I recommend AMS for anyone that cares about top quality machine work to their components. I took my Honda head in there to get rebuilt, and while the price isn't the cheapest you can find around, the quality of work is excellent and worth the expense, and it is clear that James is passionate in what he does and knows what he's doing. If you care about your engine, I recommend AMS.

Dustin Lang

★★★★★

6 years ago

Dozens and dozens of dealings with James at A.M.S. and never had an issue. When there are issues that arise, James is quick to call after he has tried several way to avoid adding to cost, but as with all things mechanical, sometimes there are further things being required that can't be known until the work is in process. Fantastic work all around and upstanding business ethic.

Justin Trinka

★★★★★

8 years ago

James, his crew and their work is top notch. James is always up front with what things are going to cost as well as letting you know what to expect (good or bad) prior to doing any work. I've had numerous cylinder heads re-worked by him and have NEVER had a problem with his work. A master of his craft. If you want your machine work done correctly, take it here first.

Leland Cameron

★★★★★

4 years ago

Two words, Lightening Fast! I dropped off a cylinder head for resurfacing and had a call in about 45 mins to let me know it was all finished. James is awesome and does good work. I trust his expertise and workmanship! Thanks again!

Cooper Ullmann

★★★★★

2 years ago

I called James this morning needing some help getting wheel bearings pressed in/out of my truck steering knuckles. He was able to get it done same day at a reasonable price. Doesn’t seem like he is there to rip you off like some other shops do. Would definitely recommend

Strong Side

★★★★★

a year ago

James was the fastest I've seen! Dropped off the heads of two vehicles... He called me back 6 hours later to pick them up! He is the best around

Doug P

★★★★★

7 months ago

James is was awesome to me. Set my parts strait, with some extra info to help get me further on my way, and prep for next time I’m in this crunch. And had the proper knowledge on bmw stuff! Best machine shop experience I’ve had.

a 58

★★★★★

a year ago

James did two 2JZ heads for me with surfacing-full valve service, this was by far the fastest turn around time and best experience with a machine shop I’ve had out of the many! Awesome communication and a master of his craft. This is your guy for cylinder head work.

RCI136

★★★★★

3 years ago

James was great to work with and was fair with the cost. My marine engine heads were in bad shape because of failed exhaust manifold gaskets allowing saltwater in but he brought them back to life and ready to preform for many more years to come. Defiantly would do business with again. Thank James!

Colin Schoener

★★★★★

2 months ago

My go to shop for resurfacing cylinder heads! I’ve taken 2 pairs of Ls heads and they got them done quickly and for a good price!