The 4x4 Shop

"I recently had the pleasure of interacting with Joe, the owner of The 4x4 Shop, for a project on building an overlanding vehicle. From the outset, Joe's expertise and patience were evident. He provided detailed and thoughtful advice on various aspects of the build, including recommendations on wheel backspacing and the pros and cons of different setups. Joe was particularly helpful in guiding me through the nuances of wheel backspacing, explaining how a shallower spacing of 3.5" could offer better stability and clearance, yet might also reduce tire-to-fender clearance. This kind of insight was invaluable in making informed decisions for my build. In terms of customer service, Joe was transparent about pricing and was willing to negotiate rates to accommodate my budget. He was upfront about the rising costs due to the high overheads of running a quality shop in the Bay Area and the need to provide fair wages and benefits to his employees. It was reassuring to see a business owner who values his staff and is committed to providing quality service. Joe's approach to business is customer-centric, ensuring that the best deals are sourced for each aspect of a customer's build. He took into account my specific requirements and preferences, and he was open to adjusting the project scope based on my needs. Overall, my experience with Joe and The 4x4 Shop was extremely positive. Joe's deep knowledge, coupled with his willingness to provide personalized service and accommodate customer needs, makes The 4x4 Shop a top choice for anyone looking to build or modify their vehicle. It's rare to find such a combination of expertise, customer care, and transparency in the automotive industry. I would highly recommend The 4x4 Shop to anyone looking to enhance their vehicle for overlanding or other purposes."

"Honest work and people. Went in with a broken u-joint in my driveshaft which ended up being the result of the whole shaft being bent. They told me they could just swap a new u-joint in, but it would probably break soon cause the shaft is bent and instead referred me to another shop that specializes in driveshafts. Another time I went in to purchase new shocks through them rather than an online store. They were happy to sell me just the shocks alone at a good price without them providing an install and told me they’re here to get it aligned when I’m all done. Unfortunately the distributor sent 1/2 boxes without mounting hardware, but they were quick to send it back and give me a replacement within 24 hours."

"Joe has been great to work with! He has been fantastic with all the needs and customization of my jeep"

"Great place for your 4x4 trucks! Mainly a Jeep place! Joe a great guy! He knows his stuff very professional! They did my re-gearing in my Jeep Wrangler JKU on this shop, staff are very informative on what needs to be done, VERY INFORMATIVE! I definitely recommend this place to whoever looking for a great place/price to modify/repair their vehicle."

"These guys are legit! Joe & Larry take care of you like family. They don't try up-selling you like these other 4x4 shops, and best of all, these guys are very honest. Larry was the one helping me out beginning to end, and was there to answer all of my questions. I got my Jeep Lifted w/ some new tires. Couldn't be happier with the work this shop did. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my Jeep..will be bringing the Jeep here for everything it needs in the future. Bring your truck here, 100% you won't regret it."