Automotive Skills Center
- Overview of Services
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The Automotive Skills Center provide facilities, tools, equipment, diagnoses, and instructions to the patron for maintenance and repair of personal motor vehicles on U.S. Army installations worldwide.
We instruct and assist in automotive maintenance and repairs from oil changes to auto painting. Patrons pay user fees for classes and to use work bays, special use tools, machinery, and diagnostic equipment.
- Individuals perform hands - on repairs and maintenance on their own vehicle
- Assistance by staff is provided for diagnosing problems
- High tech equipment is operated by staff where required
- You will pay a nominal fee for the use of the program
- You will take part in all phases of maintenance on your vehicles
Safety Class
In accordance with AR 215-1, all customers must attend a mandatory safety class to use this facility. Safety classes are given Wednesday through Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m. and last about 20 minutes. The Automotive Skills Center is a complete “hands on” automotive maintenance facility for the novice to the highly experienced mechanic. Equipped with the latest high-tech equipment, you can repair it yourself, while saving big money. Highly skilled staff members will guide you in all of your automotive maintenance needs, from oil changes and automotive air conditioning services (still stock R-12 refrigerant) to complete auto body restoration. You can learn important automotive repair skills while saving money, and in turn, have the confidence to accurately complete the task. Wheel alignment is by appointment only, and certain services can only be performed by employees.
The Center now sells Jasper Remanufactured Engines (gas or diesel, performance or marine), Transmissions, Differentials, and Radiators for most vehicles. If you should chose to have your engine or transmission remanufactured to your specifications, the Center will send your engine or transmission to Jasper to be remanufactured. All Jasper engines, transmissions and differentials come with a 3 year or 100,000 (one-hundred-thousand mile) warranty. It's hard to beat a deal like that! We can save you money if we order the item you need and have it delivered to the Center. Most items are delivered within 24 hours after order is placed.
- Services and Fees
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Service
Fees
Maintenance Bay (per hour)
$5
Vehicle Lift (per hour)
$6
Motorcycle Lift (per hour)
$6
Vehicle Storage (Short Term- per day)
$10
Vehicle Storage (Long Term- per month)
$20
Tire Changer (Mount/Dismount- per tire)
$2.50
Wheel Balancing (per tire/wheel)
$5
Motorcycle Tire Balance (per tire)
$12
Brake Lathe (Off Vehicle - per drum)
$5
Brake Lathe (Off Vehicle - per rotor)
$6
Brake Lathe (On Vehicle - per rotor)
$7
Bearing Press (per use)
$10
Bead Blaster (per 15 min)
$15
Welding (Gas/Elec - per 15 min)
$15
Computer Engine Dianostics (per use)
$25
Air Conditioning Service (per use)
$40
Battery Charger (per use)
$5
Engine/ Trans Table (per day)
$5
Band Saw (per 15 min)
$5
Metal Lathe (per hour)
$10
Milling Machine (per hour)
$10
Strut Compressor (per use)
$5
On-line Computer Reference (per page)
$1
Lock out
$30
Battery Jump
$20
Classes are calculated as instructor fee + materials divided by the amount of students registered.
- Small Engine Repair
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The Auto Skills Center is now offering small engine repair services. We have a certified small engine repair mechanic on board, that will be able to take care of all your small engine needs. From your hand held tools to your gators, we can do it all.
Prices for smaller hand held tools (trimmers, chainsaws, etc.) and push mowers will be $30 per labor hour plus the cost of parts. Larger mowers, generators, and gators will be $50 per labor hour plus the cost of parts. We also offer local pick up and delivery for a fee of $40.
- Wheel Alignments and Tire Changer
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Our trained Technicians will perform a mandatory inspection of your vehicles Front/Rear Suspension and Steering prior to performing any alignment correction procedures at an additional cost of $6 per inspection.
We will not align your vehicle until all suspension and steering components have been deemed serviceable by our trained technicians. Saving you money and time is what it's all about. Front Wheel Only Alignment is a mere $39.95 and aligning front and rear is only $49.95
Note: Alignments are by appointment only
We have a tire changing machine which gives us the capability of removing and installing Run Flat, Low Profile and the larger 4- wheel drive Mud Tires with ease. Tire mounting and balance is still only $7.50 per tire. Self-adhesive weights are extra.
- Air Conditioning Check up
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Don't wait until the hot weather gets here to discover your vehicle's air conditioning isn't working properly! Let the Automotive Skills Center ensure you'll have a cool ride this summer! We stock R-134a and R-12 refrigerants! No appointment necessary! Only $40! Any added refrigerant is an extra charge and by the ounce.
- Automotive Computer Diagnosis
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Does your Check Engine light stay lit on your dashboard and is your fuel economy suffering? With today's gasoline prices, every mile counts. Come in today and let the Auto Skills Center's trained technicians diagnose your ailing vehicle's computer! We use the top of the line, state of the art MODUS computer scanner. This service is only $25. What a Deal! No appointment necessary!
- Affordable Wrecker Service
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Pricing is $45 to get to where the vehicle is with the first 10 miles free in the direction you want the vehicle to go. On the 11th mile to destination, it is $2 per loaded mile. We provide on and off installation towing. Need assistance today? Call us at +1 (256)955-7727.
- Family and MWR Car Wash
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Please visit our Family and MWR Car Wash behind the Shoppette on Vincent Drive. Wash, wax, vacuum, and detail your vehicle on Redstone Arsenal for a fraction of what you would pay off post.
The Family and MWR Car Wash is open to the entire Redstone community at a much lower price than out in town! Come on by and wash your car for a mere $2 for the first 4 minutes and a low $.25 for every minute after that--what a bargain!
For your convenience a double bill changer, car care vending products, two (2) vacuum islands with multi-fragrance spray machines, carpet shampooer, spot remover, and carpet guard are available.
NOTE: No excessively muddy vehicles, BBQ grills/smokers allowed.
- On The Spot Auto Detailing
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Hours of Operation
Monday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday Closed Saturday Closed Sunday Closed On the Spot Auto Detail, Where No Spot Goes Untouched!
Grab your keys and head over to the Family and MWR Car Wash.
Make your vehicle shine with packages starting as low as $29.99.
Types of Detailing Description of Minimum Detailing Services Price Basic Detailing Includes was and clean exterior. Clean rims, dress tires and clean exterior windows. $29.99 Complete Interior Includes clean and vacuum carpets and floor mats. Clean and dress doors, seats, trim, and dash. Clean interior windows. NOTE: Headliner is not included. $124.99 Complete Exterior Includes wash, polish, and spot compound. Clean rims and tires. Dressing applied on bumpers, grill, trims, rims and tires. $134.99 Complete Interior & Exterior Includes clean and vacuum carpets and floor mats. Clean and dress doors, seats, trim, and dash. Clean interior windows. Wash, polish, and spot compound. Clean rims and tires. Apply dressing on bumpers, grills, trims, rims, and tires. NOTE: Headliner is not included. $199 For more information call +1(256)468-0377
Hours of Operation
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 12 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 12 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
The purpose of the Automotive Skills Center is to promote self-reliance and skills development for individuals. Skills learned are transferable to many military specialties. It provides a safe work area, with proper equipment, and provides for a clean environment while providing a method for significant cost reduction for personal automotive maintenance.
