Master Mechanix

Since 2001, Master Mechanix has provided motorists in the Pocatello, ID 83204-2908 area with comprehensive auto repair services that include Car & Truck Care, Electronic Services, Electrical Services, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Engine & Transmission, Miscellaneous Services, Towing, Transmission Services, and Undercar Services. Our goal is to offer the best services available at affordable prices to get you back on the road in no time. You'll be hard-pressed to find the same level of expertise that our auto mechanic specialists provide! We have years of experience working on both domestic and import vehicles of all makes and models and can work with you to find cost-effective repair and maintenance alternatives. For a high-performing vehicle, trust Master Mechanix with your car, truck, or van. To learn more about the services we offer, please contact us by phone at 208-478-8878 or send us an email. We also invite you to learn more about our dedication to you, our valued customer. According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires. I looked at the reviews online and decided to give Master Mechanix a try and was not disappointed. They fixed my truck in like a quarter of the time I was expecting and at a incredibly reasonable price. Ever since I have been driving I have never had good experiences with mechanics, but this is the exception. They were very nice and did not try and sell me a bunch of stuff I did not need. Next time any of my vehicles has a problem I know where I will be going. I had my vehicle towed here for repairs after a breakdown on the freeway a few weeks ago and, although they were a little backed up due to bad weather, they figured the problem out quickly and let me know exactly what to expect in cost. The part that was broken was still under warranty by the manufacturer, so Master Mechanix took care of the work and warranty reimbursement with me only having to pay for the initial diagnosis! Very happy with how everything went and would recommend these guys to anyone. Thanks! Best general mechanic I've ever been to. I've always gone to the dealership where I've got my car because they are they only ones I trust even though they are very expensive. I came here because the dealership said they didn't have the parts to do the job and recommended Master Mechanix. Very fast and cheap. very happy with the service and will go back in the future. I have brought several of my vehicles in to Master Mechanix for troubleshooting and repair over the last 15 years I have lived in the Pocatello area. Their pricing is very reasonable, the repairs are quick and I have never been disappointed or unsatisfied with the service. Their work is always top notch! Ray always takes the time to explain options, pricing and repair time and doesn't ever attempt to "pile on" a bunch of other work. I continuously recommend Master Mechanix to family and friends.

Kaitlin McEwen
5 Star
I’ve brought both of my cars here to Ray and work has been done quickly and reasonably priced. He takes the time to explain what needs to be done, gives options when options are available, and is honest in all his work. Would recommend Ray to anyone and will be continuing my business here!!
Thursday 28th October 2021

Jesse Marmolejo
5 Star
Nick is the absolute best! He helped me after hours when Many could have said no. It was well after 10:00 p.m. on a Wednesday night. Thank you Nick for helping me get my truck running! Will 100% visit Master mechanics for any automotive needs. 100% returning customer for sure..
Thursday 5th August 2021

Jason Vollmer
1 Star
I broke down on the way through Pocatello. I didn’t know anything about any of the mechanics in the area, the tow shop recommended this one, so since it was after hours and I just needed to get off the side of the road I went with it. Spoke to Ray the next day, and he said he would try to work it into his busy schedule which was already scheduled a couple weeks out. I understood being scheduled out, but I wasn’t really happy about his apathetic attitude. I heard him on the phone; when I went to pick up my luggage out of the car, scheduling a car for service the next week. However, I felt stuck with having already towed it to this shop and needing to get back to work. After a week I checked back with him to see where things were with the car, and he told us it was one problem; that he “fixed” for $350, and after that he then told us it was the transmission which was going to cost $2000-$4200. Knowing the history of our car we knew it couldn’t be our transmission, so we paid him for the work he had said he did and took it to a different shop. It was obvious at this point that he didn’t really know what was wrong and was fixing things out of a process of elimination and charging us for it. We don’t have the money for him to do that, so after taking it to the other place they took 2 days of testing out our car’s systems and found that the work he said he had done still needed to be adjusted, and that our catalytic converter was plugged. Our transmission was completely fine. I hate to think how much money we would have sank into this car before he found the actual problem.
Saturday 31st July 2021

Jeremy Fauth
3 Star
First: I have to give credit to these guys - they did a great job of fitting in an inspection on a vehicle I was purchasing. I was calling from out of town to purchase a vehicle down the street from them and they were able to do an inspection on the same day I asked for it. They charged a reasonable price and seemed to be pretty professional and responsive. Unfortunately: I specifically asked the folks here to check vehicle body issues as it had previously been in an accident - they reported that there were no issues they could see. The first thing I noticed after picking up the vehicle was that the driver side door sits about 1/4" lower than the passenger door from where it was damaged and repaired. This causes some seemingly obvious sealing issues - if the vehicle was road tested it would be pretty easy to hear from the road noise alone. Annoying but fixable. In fact I wouldn't have left a review if this was the only issue. My major issue: The shop missed a rotten rear brake hose that actually split at the caliper on the interstate less than 72 hours after their inspection (within the first few hundred miles of leaving their shop), resulting in loss of brake system pressure at 80mph. Obviously this could have easily ended in a serious accident. The only reason I'm not making this a 1 star review is that the hose may have rotted from the inside and not been easily visible from the outside for inspection. I can't conclusively say that this was something that could have been caught because I can't see what it looked like before the failure. I can say that heating up the brake fluid on a road test and then giving it a vigorous stomp probably would have made the hose fail in their shop rather than on the interstate.
Tuesday 20th April 2021

Mary Ann Cook
5 Star
Ray and his staff are just the best! Knowledgeable, competent mechanics, friendly and fast service! I love this business, wouldn't think of going anywhere else! Give them a try, you'll be as impressed as we are!
Friday 30th October 2020