Driveshaft repair and balancing shop

Truck and van owners, local repair garages that outsource drivetrain work, small fleets, off-road and performance enthusiasts, and classic car owners.

Flat price per repair or rebuild, plus parts markup and a labor charge. Custom shafts and fleet work bring higher-value jobs, and repeat business from local garages helps fill the bays.

• Mechanical repair experience
• Precision measuring and balancing
• Basic welding or machining knowledge
• Customer service and quoting

• Garage liability and garagekeepers insurance, which covers customers' vehicles while in your care
• Zoning, local business license and any environmental rules for disposing of used fluids and parts, check with your city or county
• Some states require auto repair shop registration, so check your state's licensing board or consumer affairs office
• Workers' compensation insurance once you hire
• Warranty and liability if a shaft fails, so keep clear records and use quality parts
• Startup equipment can be costly, so consider buying used

Startup costs are typically around $25,000 to $100,000, based on our estimates, depending on your premises and equipment. Equipment can be costly, so consider buying used to keep the cost toward the lower end.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $6,000 to $30,000, depending on how much repair, rebuild and custom shaft work you win. Plan on roughly 35 hours a week or more to start.

Check garage liability and garagekeepers insurance, zoning, your local business license, and rules on disposing of used fluids and parts. Also check whether your state requires auto repair shop registration, and workers' compensation once you hire.