Stellar Built

Called for a quote for a Coastal Off Road DIY bumper install (requires welding & fab work I know nothing about) & they quoted me $3k for the work.

Got 3 other quotes & the closest to Stellar's was $1400. Getting it done by a local 4x4/fab shop in Nevada City for less than $1k.

Go here if you wanna pay 3x for your job, otherwise, I advise you shop around.

This will be the odd review in a sea of 5-star reviews. I will start by saying I was a mechanic when I was younger, I recently rebuilt two classic vehicles and I have simply reached an age that I can pay for these things to help free up time and stress so here I am getting a simple job done. I was impressed when I first walked in, lots of great-looking rigs outside and inside the shop. Great showroom, and everyone seemed very knowledgeable. I have a new 2023 Ford F-250 that had a Carli 3.5" lift installed when I bought it. I wanted the front dropped 1" (yes, actually went to get it lowered). In addition, the adaptive cruise radar sensor was misaligned by a previous shop with a winch install and they agreed to fix that issue as well for an extra fee. They looked at my truck, the guy who helped me looked up a set of coil springs online that could replace the Carli's and give me my 1" drop and I was quoted a price for springs and labor to drop the front and repair sensors. It took them one day to get the work done and when I picked it up I was surprised to find the front 1/4" taller (not the 1" lower I wanted). The guy that ordered the springs was not there but someone else looked it over, at first they told me the springs needed to settle. I was a mechanic in my younger life and I know that there are no coil springs that will "settle" 1 & 1/4 inches! They eventually looked up details on the springs they ordered and realized the springs were not correct.

The owner, Dimitry, said he was sorry and that we would need a set of factory "Tremor" model springs and that he would get them swapped out without charge. To his credit, he simply wanted me to be happy and get the look I wanted for the quoted price even if he had to eat the price of the new springs. It turns out that when they put these new springs in they also aligned the truck (which was new and already aligned) but it was appreciated. They informed me that I was not charged for the alignment since the tech did it without asking first. In my mind I figured that if the truck entered the shop well aligned it should leave that way and I would not think it would be an extra cost for quoted suspension work but whatever. As soon as I left the shop the alarms on truck went off stating the cruise radar and parking sensors were blocked, it braked suddenly when nothing was in front of me and at one point it accelerated towards a car in front of me on cruise because it thought there was no car there. I was not happy as that was a $300 repair they said was all good. I immediately returned to shop and found the sonar unit angled to the right and appeared to be misaligned. They re-adjusted it seemed to work afterward. (It has since had several issues that I fixed myself by trial and error readjustments at my home).

So, I finally found a set of factory springs I needed, I bought them online, drove to 45 mins each way to pick them up and returned the truck to the shop. This also entailed two more Uber rides to and from shop for this extra service totalling $60. They swapped the springs, credited me the $460 I paid for the wrong springs and the truck looked great! I was happy.... until after about week of driving it was clear the alignment was off. It was pulling and the steering wheel not centered. When I called and asked they said they did not re-align it with the new springs but that they "checked it with a tape measure" and it seemed okay. They knew it would require realignment after changing the springs and caster bushings but did not do it and just hoped I wouldn't notice? The steering linkage at minimum needed adjustment. They said it would be another $150 charge and I would have to bring truck back to the shop. This would also mean two more Uber rides to and from for another $60 not to mention all my time in and out of the shop just trying to get what I paid for in the first place. I will not be taking my truck back to their shop for a re-alignment. Despite how impressive the shop appears to be, I was quoted a price for a simple suspension job and sensor repair and neither were done correctly the first time nor the second time. I spent hours of my time, multiple trips and Ubers and the truck drives worse than it did when I brought it in - but the front lift is correct at least. :-/

I requested some help for aftermarket add ons and they got back to me almost immediately, and helped me figure out what was best for what I needed. Brought my '24 4Runner in for rock slider and skid plate installation. Appreciated the help they gave me recommending high quality parts. Staff were very helpful and friendly, and had it back to me the same day. I will definitely be returning in the future when I "need" more modification haha! Thanks Stellar Built.

Stellar Built is one of those shops that have built their reputation as a premier off-road and metal fabrication shop that would cater to your 4x4 needs. They have helped me with my 2020 Toyota Tacoma build and their expertise on Toyota and Lexus gives me that peace of mind and assurance that your truck will be taken care of properly. The guys are very detailed and honest and always have great recommendations for your build. I cannot wait to get my truck regeared soon!

I cannot speak highly enough of Stellar Built and their exceptional service! Here's the story: I recently participated in TLCA's Rubithon 2024 event. I took my Toyota FJ Cruiser through the Rubicon Trail, and as you might expect, it was quite the adventure. Unfortunately, a crucial part decided it had had enough and broke down on me.
Gary from Mudrak's Custom Cruisers was able to connect with them, they confirmed they had a the spare lower control arm link. Not only did they have the exact spare part I needed, but they went above and beyond to ensure they brought the part with them on the trail and delivered it at the camp site we stayed at. Their customer service was impeccable!
I highly recommend Stellar Built to anyone in need of quality parts and outstanding service. They turned what could have been a major setback into a minor hiccup on my off-roading journey. Thank you again, Stellar Built, for saving my adventure!

If you find yourself in a similar situation, don't hesitate to give them a call. They're the real deal when it comes to customer care and expertise in off-road parts.

I've had several services performed on my 2019 Tacoma from the guys at Stellar Built with absolutely nothing to complain about. The workmanship truly is stellar, they have a lot of knowledge and I can tell they take pride in their work. They're very transparent if they find something wrong mid-service and will point you in the right direction in getting it fixed. If there's anyone I trust my truck build to, it's them. They're very friendly as long as you respect them and their time. They also offer a generous discount for military appreciation!

This is my second time leaving a review for these guys. I first went to Stellar built in November of 2022 to get 5.29 gears, suspension, 35s, and some fab work done on my truck.

Since then I've been back about 5-10 times to get more small stuff done. I wheel my truck a lot and I wheel it hard, so stuff is bound to break. Whenever I've had issues with my truck, I know I can call Stellar built and they'll take care of me.

Special thanks to Rob who helps me troubleshoot over the phone, sources parts, discusses ideas with me, and always finds a good time to get me in there. The customer service is amazing and I'm always confident my truck and I will be well taken care of.

I have had several projects done by Stellar Built. These guys know their stuff! Rob and Jesse helped me pick out the best set up for my overland rig (16' Tacoma). They were both extremely patient and answered all my questions. They don't try to oversell you but they give you all the facts so you can make your own choice. Rob hooked me up with a quote and we were able to start working on the truck.

Don't believe everything you read on the internet. Do your own research but make sure you ask these guys what they think because they are the ones building out successful rigs day after day after day. I've talked to multiple different shops and these guys stand out above the rest by far. You won't be disappointed going with Stellar Built!

Rob and the team at stellar built are absolutely top notch if you're looking to customize your rig. From pricing, to scheduling, to install and communication in between - every facet of this project was such a breeze. Can't recommend them enough. Thank you for everything you do!

I was having an issue with something drawing to much power from the alternator. As this is one of the best places around they are very busy, but rob told me don't worry about getting on the schedule just bring it down and we'll take a look at it for you. Not only did the inspect their work, but they took the time to take off the entire bumper and replace in the attempt to find what the parasitic draw was. This is why I will continue bringing my 4Runner to Stellarbuilt, not just professional techs but also excellent customer service.