HAM Auto Repair LLC

November 2026

Honda pilot came into ham auto for an experience mechanic

2019 Honda Pilot in for repairs

November 2, 2026

Inspection: We also noticed that both their front & rear brakes are due for service. As the they are at 3mm of brake pads life. Also, the front suspension: control arm bushings are dry rotted, sway bar, end links & tire rod end are dry rotted.

Location: Beaufort, SC

October 2026

1995 Chevy Impala SS in for a rebuild

1995 chevy impala ss cam into ham auto for repairs
October 31, 2026

Happy Halloween!

Can you bring it back to life?

After 6 years of sitting. This 1995 Chevrolet Impala SS is for us to bring it back to life. Like young Frankenstein. We must first gather the necessary supplies: soap & water, battery, spark, fuel, brakes flush, coolant flush, belt & more...

Stay tuned as we raise this one from the graveyard!

Location: Beaufort, SC
1955 chevy bel air came into ham auto repair for ignition failure

1955 Chevy Bel Air in for Ignition Failure

October 14, 2026

Client: Ignition Failure...
This 1955 Chevrolet Belair 210 Post came in a new Ignition switch after detail shop was unable to get it to start.

Findings: Someone thought it was arts & crafts when installing this ignition switch. The wires were found to have hot glue on the terminals.

Diagnostic findings: Oil dipstick reading shows halfway. oil leak from oil drain plug & valve cover gasket. Missing bolt from steering shaft to gearbox. Engine & transmission mounting bushings dry rotted/missing pieces. The fuel line is pinched. The front accessories are not lined up straight for the v-belts. Passenger side inner tire rod nut not secured. Sway bar bushings missing and sway bar end links. Driver side exhaust flange missing a nut and others lose. Ford 9" rearend pinion seal & gasket leaking.

Location: Beaufort, SC

2022 Hyundai Palisade in for a icebox treatment

Ham auto repair was happy to fix this 2022 hyunsai palisade's air conditioning
October 13, 2026

Client: It stopped blowing cold


Location: Beaufort, SC
2024 toyota carolla came into ham auto repair for an inspection

2024 TOYOTA Corolla in for inspection

October 7, 2026

Client: Client recently purchased it from a car rental auction.

Inspection: It still looks and smells new with only 60k miles. It only needs a fresh set of spark plugs and two new tires. The fronts were halfway worn while the rears were brand new. So we rotated the new tires to the front, filled them with "winter" air and double checked the spare tire in the trunk.

Location: Beaufort, SC

September 2026

2007 jeep liberty came in to ham auto for diy failure

This 2007 Jeep Liberty came in for diagnostic due to Check Engine Light after a DIY did not fix it

September 22, 2026

It was severely underperforming. As the car would not stay running & kept shutting off.

Inspection Findings: Check engine light on for o2 sensors and misfires. We popped the hood and found cheap amazon ignition coil, no name spark plugs & o2 sensors.

We Evicted the failed parts because they weren't paying the bills. After installing some quality name brand ignition coils, NGK Spark Plugs & NTK oxygen sensor. The engine performance came back.

Location: Beaufort, SC
1996 ford ranger came into ham auto repair for diagnostic

1996 Ford Ranger XLT came in for AC

September 11, 2026

Inspection: The gauge readings were off. Replaced the Schrader valves, condenser & compressor. We "EVICTED" the freon & recharged the system with some dye. We quickly found a much larger leak from the evaporator core.

Location: Beaufort, SC
Chevy malibu came into ham auto repair for a diagnostic

2017 Chevy Malibu in for diagnostic due to a clicking noise

September 4, 2026

Inspection: We discovered that the driver front CV axle and sway bar end link.

Location: Beaufort, SC

August 2026

Ford ecosport se came in for check engine light at ham auto repair

2015 Ford Escape SE Ecoboost came in for a Diagnostic

August 11, 2026

Client's concerns: Light came on the dash

Inspection: We only found a TPMS light on in the dash. Routine oil change. Inspection we found the valve cover gasket leaking oil on the backside of the engine and into the #2 spark plug. New valve cover gasket and a fresh set of Motorcraft sparkplugs.

Location: Beaufort, SC
Ham auto repair finished the 1984 chevy c10 complete rebuild

1984 Chevy C10 Scottsdale Complete Rebuild!!!

August 6, 2026


The Fix: 1984 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 in for oil pan gasket, oil change, transmission pan gaskets, rear differential cover gasket with gear oil, rear brake line, brake drum with brake shoe.

Then we rebuilt the suspension with all new upper control arms, tire rod end, lower control arm bushings, lower ballpoints & the sway bar bushings

Location: Beaufort, SC
2022 nissan altima came into ham auto repait for pre inspection

2022 Nissan Altima came for a pre-inspection

August 1, 2026

2022 Nissan Altima in for inspection.
Client's concerns: "This is my son's first car. I scanned the car & it came up with Steering Angle Sensor."

Diagnostic findings: We confirmed the steering codes & informed our client that the 2 steering codes were History codes. We also were able to search the previous maintenance history to find out it had 4 new tires & and alignment done a few months ago.

Inspection: Moving on we inspected the engines for leaks, dry rotted belts. To which this car is in great shape. The only things we found were spark plug due for service. As well as no information on the last oil change. We assume it was done at the same time of the times, which puts it at 5,5XX miles.

The Fix: We scheduled the car to come back in for a tune up & oil change. Now they have peace of mind knowing that he is in a well-maintained vehicle.

Location: Beaufort, SC
2014 Ford F150 3.7L came into Ham Auto Repair due to a no start diagnostic & repair

2014 Ford F150 3.7L came in due to a no start Diagnostic & Repair

August 3, 2026


Inspection: We confirmed it had power in the dash but once turn the key nothing happened. Battery Voltage showed 10.95v. However, closer look at the positive terminal. We found cotton candy (corrosion from a leaking Battery). It was also expanded on the positive side. Yikes!!! Time for a new battery.

Further Inspection: Looking further we found what looked like something that came off of the titanic. The starter was so rusty, and ground strap also had some cotton candy (corrosion). After replacing those two-problem child's. We also checked the fuse box for any bad relays and fuse. Where we found the starter relay was loose. Quick reset of relays & fuses. She fired right up every time.

Location: Beaufort, SC

July 2026

2003 ford mustang cobra aka terminator came in to ham auto repair for a diagnostics for overheating

2003 Ford Mustang Cobra aka Terminator came in for Diagnostic due to overheating

July 21, 2026


Inspection: We discovered a leaking heater core. Vacuum the a/c system, pull the dash, heater core, evaporator core, dryer. Cut open box, reseal, reinstall box, dash. New dryer, orifice tube, Schrader valves & recharge a/c system.
Cooling system: new water pump, thermostat & fresh coolant. Along with a new Gates Green High-Performance belt for the Supercharger.
We also installed a set of MRT hood struts from Late Model Restoration. For a nice look under the hood. Hood pros delete.

Location: Beaufort, SC
2021 hyundai paliside came into ham auto repair for diagnostice and ac inspection

2021 Hyundai Palisade came in for diagnostic and for A/C system blowing hot

July 22, 2026

Diagnostic findings: Gauge reading zero.

Inspection: With use of a UV light, we found the Auxiliary evaporator core leaking dye.

The Fix: We evicted the local squatter from the rear evaporator/heater core box, cleaned and installed the new evaporator core. Followed by a vacuum & recharge. Now they have a dual zoned icebox.

Location: Beaufort, SC
2020 ford f150 2.7l ecoboost into ham auto repair for a tune up

2020 Ford F150 2.7L Ecoboost in for tune up

July 21, 2026

So, we hooked him up with a fresh set of spark plugs

Location: Beaufort, SC
2016 subaru forrester came into ham auto repair for routine maintenance & diagnostics

2016 Subaru Forester in for Routine Maintenance & Icebox treatment

July 16, 2026

We're servicing the front and rear differential fluids, CVT transmission fluid, and oil change.

Icebox treatment: New A/C compressor, condenser, expansion valve, O-rings, vacuum & recharge.

Location: Beaufort, SC
1984 chevrolet c10 into ham auto repair for inspection diagnostic

1984 Chevrolet C10 in for Inspection & Diagnostic

July 14, 2026

This ole girl came in smelling of fuel, exhaust fumes and burnt oil.

Diagnostics: The truck was hard to start. We found that the electric choke wire connector was broken & that the new carburetor was leaking fuel from the top plate due to it being loose. After tightening it up. It took care of the leak. Concern #1 taken care of.

The idle was also high. Quick fix!!! The A/C control was left on Max A/C, but the air doesn't work. Turned the A/C off and engine idled down to normal.
Moving onto the underside. We found oil leaking from the oil pan. The coolant temperature wiring by the exhaust manifold, transmission pan & output speed sensor leaking, exhaust with rust holes, differential pinion seal leaking & rear #brake wheel cylinder leaking on the passenger side.
The new brake master cylinder & rear driver side wheel cylinder were found. However, with a sponge pedal due to thin #brakeshoes and leaking wheel cylinder. This ole girl doesn't stop well.
Time to make some calls & get this girl back up to shape.

Location: Beaufort, SC
2005 honda pilot came into ham auto repair for a starter replacement

2005 Honda Pilot in for a starter

July 10, 2026

Bring Your Owns Parts, but no Warranty own Your Parts!!!

They brought their own part. Quick fix

Location: Beaufort, SC
Hyundai came into ham auto repair fo a diagnostics

Hyundai in for diagnostic due to crank no start

July 8, 2026

Diagnostic: Battery 8.5 volts and placed on charge. Dead starter due to a massive oil leak. Signs of oil all over the front timing cover, cv axles and sub frame. We pulled the oil dipstick to find it bone dry. Exhaust missing from flex pipe before the Catalytic Convertor back.
After we informed our client of the diagnostic findings. Our client informed us that another shop had replaced the valve cover & gasket about a month ago.

Repairs: Starter & Oil Change.
It took 71lbs of pressure to break loose the oil drain plug bolt. Only about 2 quarts of oil drained out. Yikes!!!

Location: Beaufort, SC
 
2016 acura rdx ac compressor failed so they came to ham auto repair for a replacement

Acura in for diagnostic due to A/C blowing hot air

July 8, 2026

Findings: Failed a/c compressor.

Repairs: All new a/c compressor with an expansion valve, filter for the condenser with all new seals. Vacuum & Recharged for the meat freezer package.

Now she's Ice cold blowing out of the vents. Even with triple digits outside.

Location: Beaufort, SC
2016 ford f350 6.7 powerstroke came into ham auto repair for a full brake service

2016 Ford F350 6.7 Powerstroke 4wd in for front brakes due a "bad brake caliper"

July 2, 2026

The passenger front in question.

Inspection: Brake pads were worn so thin that the brake calipers could not retract. The inside brake pads had been digging into the back of the brake rotor.

The Fix: Client asked for a brake caliper. We got him taken care of with a new caliper, brake hose and some Pro Brake Pads with Rotors.

Location: Beaufort, SC

June 2026

2004 mercury marauder came into ham auto repair for a coolant leak
2004 Mercury Marauder in for diagnostic of a coolant leak
June 30, 2026

Inspection: No signs of a leak on the front from the radiator, radiator hoses, water pump or thermostat. So, we removed the cowl to inspect behind the engine and found a broken T-Fitting for the heater hose.

The Fix: Time for a new fitting, good clamps and fresh coolant.

Don't let a coolant leak cause your engine to blow a head gasket.

Location: Beaufort, SC
Chevy 1500 with break failure waiting for ham auto to arrive
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3L in for Diagnostic of failed brakes
June 25, 2026

This morning our client had a low speed "fender" bender in Charleston. Reported that his brakes worked but not well.

Inspection: Front- Passenger side outer brake pads were 2mm and the inside brake pad was at 4mm-5mm of life. The brake caliper slide pins moved freely. Point of failure: brake hose. Over time your rubber brake hoses break down and collapse inside creating a 1-way check valve. Which will allow the brake fluid to flow one way but not the other. This can cause the brake caliper to hang up. Excessive heat equals brake fade.
Rear- Driver rear brake caliper had 1 frozen caliper slide pin. This causing the caliper to not compressor or release properly. Which also causes brake fade.

The Fix: Since our client is a First Responders. We got him set up with a set of front Raybestos police brake pads for heavy duty use. Paired with a set of O'Reilly Auto Parts Brake Brest Select Pro Brake Rotors. For the rear Brake Best Select Pro Pads & Rotors.
Now he doesn't have to worry about failed brakes. Especially when on call or off duty with his family in the truck.

Location: Beaufort, SC
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Looking for a Tune-Up?
June 24, 2026

2018 Ford F150 3.5L EcoBoost Gen 3, came in for a complete timing job: camshaft phasers, timing chain guides, tensioners, water pump, Thermostat, oil change

Inspection: While pulling it in we heard the sound of a chirping coming from under the hood. We found that there was no bird nest. Instead, we found that the driver side turbo shaft had play in. While the passenger side turbo blowoff valve was wasted. Allowing it to have a rattle noise.

The Fix: All new OEM Ford Parts going back in. We also scoped the engine to see how well it looked since we had it apart to find all well inside the cylinder wall.

Location: Beaufort, SC
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Got Brakes?
June 22, 2026

Inspection: 2010 Ford F150 in for brakes.
The passenger side was down to metal on metal for the outside brake pad due to a failed brake caliper & brake hose.

The Fix: Replaced the brake caliper, hose, and pad.

Location: Beaufort, SC
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2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3L came in for a diagnostic due to some engine noises
June 18, 2026

Inspection: We discovered that the #4 AFM intake, lifter & pushrod had failed. So, we hit up Summit Racing Equipment for an AFM delete Kit containing some goodies from ICT Billet LLC & Brian Tooley Racing, New Oil Pump. New set of Chevrolet pushrods.

The Fix: O'Reilly Auto Parts for the basics: serpentine belts, coolant, Wix Oil Filter, some 10W30 Valvoline Global Operations Full Synthetic Oil.
Our client has also informed us that his ecosystem had not worked in the last 8 months. After a quick vacuum and some dye. We quickly found out that the a/c condenser had a huge leak. We replaced with a new one, vacuum & recharged the system. Icebox
Finally, to finish it off. We hit up our good friends over at Pongallo Racing Engines (P.R.E) for a AFM/DOD Delete & Transmission Tuning.
We've got you covered from small repairs to camshaft/ lifters/ valve springs to engine rebuilds/ replacements.

Location: Beaufort, SC
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This could be why your AC is not working!!!
June 14, 2026

Lowcountry humidity is here!!!

If your vehicles a/c is blowing hot. It may be a clogged orifice tube filter. A clogged filter can cause a pressure build up and blow your seals causing a freon leak.

Location: Beaufort, SC
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2021 Cadillac XT4 in for Pre-purchase Inspection

June 9, 2026

What We Found:
No dash lights on. At 51k miles we found a check engine on for P0137 H02S sensor voltage, history fault, failed since DTC cleared. Key fob battery failed history.

Under the hood inspection:
AC Delco spark plugs due for service. An oil leak from the turbo oil feed line gaskets

Location: Beaufort, SC
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Welcome Danny to HAM Auto

June 2, 2026

Meet Danny — HAM’s Newest Heavy‑Hitter. Everyone, help us welcome Danny, the newest member of the HAM Auto Repair crew and the man who just raised our collective IQ by at least 40 horsepower.
Danny rolled up from Savannah with 35 years of experience, a Master Technician title, and the kind of calm confidence you only get from fixing things other people gave up on.
If it has wheels, wires, or makes a noise it shouldn’t, Danny has probably repaired it, rebuilt it, or stared at it until it behaved out of fear.
Beaufort, you just got lucky.
Savannah’s loss is our gain — and your car’s new best friend.
Drop a welcome below and let Danny know we’re glad he crossed the bridge to join the HAM family. And if your vehicle has been acting like it needs therapy… Danny’s here now. You’re in good hands.

May 2026

We finally got all of the parts in for this rad 1959 chevrolet apache here in beaufort sc (1)

We finally got all of the parts in for this Rad 1959 Chevrolet Apache

May 18, 2026

We rebuilt the front suspension & steering with all new O'Reilly's Auto Parts tire rods, Borgeson gearbox. We serviced the 4L80 transmission and replaced the leaking rear main seal. Next, we replaced the rear nonadjustable coil overs with a set of QA1 adjustable coil overs thanks to The Mullis Camp. Beforehand the truck was bottoming out while driving down the road. Now she has that old-school stance racked to the front just slightly.

Inspection: We found that the exhaust mufflers were not secured to keep them from banging around. Secured them with the hangers that were in place. Onto the loose battery cables. With the use of a hamms beer cooler & a ICT Billet LLC battery tray. We relocated the battery from under the cab to the bed of the truck. Making it easy access to replace or jump start. As well as securing the wiring inside of the frame rail.

Location: Beaufort, SC
2016 ford f150 2.7l 4wd came into ham auto for an alternator sway bar end links lower ball joint replacement

2016 Ford F150 2.7L 4wd came into Ham Auto for an alternator, sway bar, end links & lower ball joint replacement

May 11, 2026

2016 Ford F150 2.7L Ecoboost came in for diagnostic due to Check Engine Light & battery charging system light on.

Diagnostic: Voltage ⚡️ output from an alternator weak.

Inspection: Upper control arm, ball joint, boots dry rotted, lower ball joints busted, sway bar end links dry rotted, front & rear brakes need replaced due to grooved rotors and brake pads life between 3mm-5mm. Engine oil pan leak due to the factory OEM sealant blowing out.

Location: Beaufort, SC