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8-Year Toyota Master Technician. 10-Year ASE Master Certified.

Engine Repair in Richmond, KY

Timing belts, timing chains, water pumps, head gaskets, gasket work, full engine replacement. Real engine repair, done once, done right.

Call (606) 386-0997 Richmond, KY · Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 8am–2pm

Engine Repair in Richmond, KY

Engine work is where dealer-level training actually pays off. A timing belt replacement isn't a risky job when you know the procedure cold — but on an interference engine, a mistake turns a $900 service into a $6,000 rebuild. The shop brings 8 years of Toyota master training and 10 years of ASE master certification to every gasket, every timing component, every head job that rolls in.

We handle the full menu of engine repair: timing belts and timing chains (with tensioners, idlers, and water pumps done as a kit), water pump replacement, head gasket repair, valve cover and intake gaskets, oil-pan gaskets, camshaft and crankshaft seals, and full engine replacement when the bottom end is gone. We'll give you an honest assessment of rebuild versus swap versus trade before you spend a dollar.

This is real engine work, not just code-reading. We use OEM procedures, torque specs to factory values, follow head-bolt tightening sequences, and prime the engine correctly before first start. The dealer would do it exactly the same way — they'd just charge you two to three times as much.

Old Souls Garage handles engine repair for drivers across Richmond, KY and all of Rockcastle County and the surrounding area. Call (606) 386-0997 and we'll give you honest numbers before you come in.

Why us for engine repair in Richmond

  • Timing belt / chain replaced as a complete kit — belt, tensioner, idlers, water pump
  • Head gasket jobs done with decked-and-checked heads, new head bolts, proper torque sequence
  • OEM-spec gaskets and seals — no bulk aftermarket guesses
  • Honest rebuild-vs-replace assessment before any major engine work

How it works

  1. 1
    Call or text

    Tell us what's happening — noise, leak, overheat, codes. We'll give you a sense of what you're looking at.

  2. 2
    Full inspection

    Scan, compression test if warranted, leak-down, visual. Written diagnosis and quote before anything gets pulled apart.

  3. 3
    Do it once, right

    OEM procedures, torque specs, proper break-in where applicable. Warranty on parts and labor.

Richmond drivers
Get it done right — the first time.
Call (606) 386-0997
Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 8am–2pm

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Common questions

How much is a timing belt replacement? +
Most are $700–$1,500 depending on the vehicle and whether we're doing the water pump as a kit (we usually should). Interference engines — where the belt must be replaced before it breaks — we quote exact after we see the car.
Is my engine worth fixing or should I replace the car? +
Depends on the car's overall condition and the repair cost. We give you an honest assessment — sometimes a $3,500 head gasket on a $4,000 car makes sense if the rest is solid, sometimes it doesn't. We'll tell you the truth.
Do you do full engine swaps? +
Yes. Used engine from a reputable yard, reman long-block, or short-block with our heads — we'll talk through the options and what makes sense for your vehicle and budget.
My engine has a slow leak — is it worth fixing? +
Usually, yes, and usually the fix is cheaper than people think. Valve cover gaskets, oil pan gaskets, timing cover seals — these are straightforward repairs that keep oil on the inside where it belongs.
Can you diagnose engine noise? +
Yes — and most engine noises tell us where to look immediately. Ticks, knocks, whines, and grinds each have characteristic causes. We listen, inspect, and test before quoting.