Bob's Radiator & Auto Repair

JA JA

★★★★★

a year ago

Very happy with the service.

Melissa

★★★★★

5 years ago

Very friendly,quick service,responsible prices

terry cross

★★★★★

12 years ago

Great service..wouldn't go anywhere else....

Jim Gepford

★★★★★

3 years ago

Did an excellent job on my 7 2 GTO Radiator

Jake Harris

★★★★★

7 years ago

Hands down the best radiator repair shop we have ever used!!!

Greg Cowan (West Michigan Glass Block)

★★★★★

6 years ago

Great group, they really know their stuff and very efficient!

Todd Yemc

★★★★★

5 years ago

Knowledgeable staff , get you back on the road fast with great rates... highly recommended

Dan Farkas

★★★★★

6 years ago

Neat people here. I enjoyed my fair service and treatment here with my old 1989 toyota radiator.

Brandon Andrews

★★★★★

7 years ago

Excellent service.. and very hospitable people. Great place to get your A/c serviced.

Rob Vermeulen

★☆☆☆☆

6 years ago

Went there to get a fuel pump changed on my tahoe and pick it up. week later get error code from the fuel pump take it back to fix and i pick it up and the computer is freaking out. 7 days later they say it need a computer and they dont do that took it some place else and checked out put a good fuel pump in and everything works. Dont bring anything electronic to them.

Michael Davis

★★★★★

12 years ago

I first called into Bob's to get an estimate on replacing my 1991 dodge 5.9 diesel radiator. I was surprised that it was so expensive compared to the one at Autozone so I told them I would probably go with Autozone's radiator. The technician went on the explain the difference in quality between his radiator and the bargain priced one and that his came with a full life time warranty. I still didn't feel like I could justify spending the extra money on an older truck so I decided I was gonna buy Autozon's. Bob's called me back after talking it over and decided to let me have the $450 top of the line radiator at autozone's bargain bin price! needless to say they have turned me into a loyal customer and I recommend everyone go to Bob's for top of the line service and highest quality parts, while at the same time supporting the local guy over the corporate box stores! Going to Bob's is a win-win in my humble opinion :-D

Gordon Grigg

★★★★★

4 years ago

The owner is great. I had an issue with my vehicle, he looked at it was able to figure out the issue and get my scheduled in fairly quickly. The price was reasonable.

Michael Hacker

★★★★★

3 years ago

Best little repair shop in Walker. Hank and the guys are the best. Took my Chrysler 300 in to have it looked at, They told me exactly what was wrong and didn't try to sell me stuff I didn't need. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Sean Burns

★★★★★

7 years ago

Bob’s is an honest reliable place to take your vehicle! I went to Todd Wenzel for A/C issues and they told me $800 to replace the part needed. I went to Bob's and they reprogrammed it and recharged the freeon for $150 out the door. Careful trusting dealership...

Lora Sandberg

★★★★★

7 years ago

You will not find a more honest, reliable and spunky person to help you then Henry! We love him and will tell everyone we know to see him with car issues. My a/c was out and I had another mechanic tell me he needed to remove my bumper to repair a part buried deep down. With in minutes of Henry looking around he hooked it up and found holes in my lines in the rear end of my truck! Henry saved us time and money, we will be back!!!

Daimen Alexis Parden

★★★★★

a year ago

A Lifesaver for Overheated Engines (and Stress Levels): Why Bob’s Radiator is the Gold Standard By the Martinez Family, Loyal Customers Since 2018 Walking into Bob’s Radiator feels like stepping into a mechanic’s version of Cheers – a place where the staff knows your car’s name, your coolant preferences, and even remembers that your daughter’s ’98 Jeep Wrangler has a mysterious affinity for overheating during road trips. This isn’t just a repair shop; it’s a cooling system sanctuary. The Dream Team Behind the Hoses Marge: The Front Desk Maestro While other shops answer calls with robotic indifference, Marge greets you like family reuniting after a cross-country meltdown (literal or metaphorical). When our ancient pickup started belching steam on I-95, she coordinated a tow truck, a loaner radiator, and a homemade iced tea – all before we finished explaining the smoke signals. Hank: The Cooling System Whisperer A modern-day radiator shaman, Hank diagnoses issues with X-ray vision. Last July, when three shops misdiagnosed our RV’s overheating as a faulty water pump, Hank spotted the real culprit in 8 minutes flat – a collapsed hose hidden behind the thermostat housing. His explanations are so clear even our teenager nods along: “Think of your coolant like blood plasma – when it’s not circulating right, the whole system goes into cardiac arrest.” Why Bob’s Beats the Competition After surviving a summer of “quick fix” failures elsewhere: ✅ Emergency Response Heroes They keep a “crisis bay” open 24/7 during heatwaves. When our AC gave out during a 102°F heatwave, Hank worked past midnight installing a new condenser, then texted us hourly coolant temp updates like a nurse monitoring vitals. ✅ Transparency You Can Taste Their waiting area features: • A live feed of your vehicle’s repair bay • A “Coolant Color Chart” explaining fluid health • A coffee mug labeled “Yes, We Flushed Your Heater Core – Here’s Proof!” ✅ Preventive Care Prophets Bob’s doesn’t just fix – they future-proof. Our maintenance plan includes: Seasonal radiator pressure tests Free summer/winter coolant checkups A laminated “Emergency Overheating Flowchart” for road trips The Bob’s Difference in Action When our neighbor’s classic Mustang sprang a leak before a car show, the team: Fabricated a custom brass connector onsite Detailed the engine bay “for photo-ready perfection” Included a vintage-style coolant overflow tank as a gift Final Verdict Bob’s Radiator hasn’t just kept our engines cool – they’ve transformed automotive stress into something resembling trust. They’re the reason our family motto became: “If it’s leaking, steaming, or making that gurgle noise – call Bob’s first, panic later.”

Jonathan Stedman

★★★★★

6 months ago

Came in with no A/C, left with cold air and some of Henry’s signature sarcasm. He’s a total wise ass in the best way cracking jokes the whole time, keeping it real, and making the experience surprisingly entertaining. The crew here knows their stuff, didn’t try to upsell me, and had the car done faster than expected. Great service, fair pricing, and plenty of roasting while you wait. Highly recommend — just don’t take Henry too seriously 😄