Palo Alto Shell
(650) 857-1313
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Hours of Operation
| Mon - Fri | 8:00am to 6:30pm |
| Sat | 8:00am to 2:00pm |
| Sun | CLOSED |
Message from the Shop
At Palo Alto Shell, customer service is #1. In our eyes, that means giving you the best services possible at the best prices possible, while always treating you with gratitude and respect.
Auto Repair
Smog Checks / Inspections
Smog Repair and Pre- testing
Scheduled maintenance
Tune up's
Oil changes
Diagnostic Troubleshooting
Tires & Rims
Suspension
Alignments for standard size rims, oversize rims and custom rims without the fear of scratches using our no clamp on rim equipment
Brakes
Battery charging, check, replacement and sales
Charging systems
Cooling systems
Transmission Service, Repair and Replacement
Clutch Repair and Replacement
Air Conditioning, charging, repair and replacement
Heating
Electrical
Lighting
Exhaust & Muffler Repair and Replacement
Catalytic Converter Replacement
Windshields and Repair
Mirror replacement and repair
Window Replacement and repair
Custom installs of aftermarket products
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Auto Makes We Service
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Specialties
| AC/Heating | Alignment | Check Engine Light | Classic Car Repair/Restoration |
| Diagnosis | Hybrid/Electric | Muffler & Exhaust | Oil Change & Lube |
| Roadside Assistance | Scheduled Maintenance | Service & Repair | Smog/Emissions Testing |
| Timing Belts | Tire Sales/Repair | Transmission Repair | Windshield/Glass |
Amenities
| Car Delivery | Car Pickup/Dropoff | Car Wash | Early Bird Dropoff |
| Extended/Evening Hours | Free Inspection | Gas/Diesel | Open 24 Hours |
| Open Saturday | Open Weekends | Parts/Accessories | Se Habla Espanol |
| Service Guarantee | Shopping Nearby | Store |
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Recent Answers by Palo Alto Shell
"Replace the belt and all timing components along with the water pump."
"sounds like a shifter cable has came off possibly."
"Potentially it could be both, but this vehicle has history with the intake manifold gaskets leaking. Did you over heat it really bad? Any unusually large amounts of steam from the tail pipe, runnin..."
"Our normal rate for a four wheel alignment of all adjustable angles is 79.99."
"We think it could be an air pocket as well, but if you are seeing steam you must have another coolant leak. We would also recommend checking to see if there was or is any head gasket damage. Oil le..."
"There is a fuse block under the drivers side dash that contains a fuse or breaker. Also there is a relay box under the hood. Check those and then you need to see if you have power at the switch."
"Its possible you might have damaged the valves but this should be a non interference or free wheeling motor. Vehicle will not run with this belt broken."
"You might have a clogged radiator, or possibly a water pump impeller going bad. Check to be sure nothing is blocking the radiator inside the grill area. Also turn on your heater and see if you get ..."