J.R. Jones Automotive
Mobile Mechanic — Wilmington NC & Surrounding Areas
Fast, reliable, and professional on-site automotive repair. Whether you’re at home, at work, or roadside — we bring dealership-grade diagnostics and repair expertise directly to your location.
Trusted Mobile Mechanic in Wilmington NC
J.R. Jones Automotive & Performance delivers complete mobile automotive repair and diagnostic services across Wilmington, Leland, Castle Hayne, Hampstead, Burgaw, Carolina Beach, and nearby areas.
Our $150 diagnostic visit includes travel and one full hour of labor. You’ll receive a detailed explanation, SAME-DAY repair options, transparent pricing, and dealership-level results — all at your location.
Full Mobile Services Offered
Everything below can be repaired or diagnosed at your home, workplace, or roadside — using dealership-grade tools and OEM repair information.
🛠️ Engine Diagnostics
Live data, misfire counts, fuel trims, freeze-frame, EVAP testing, Mode 6, PCM data analysis.
🚗 Drivability Issues
Rough idle, surging, stalling, airflow issues, injector problems, timing concerns.
🛞 Brake Jobs
Premium pads/rotors, calipers, ABS diagnosis — installed at your location.
⚡ Charging Systems
Alternators, batteries, parasitic drain testing, voltage-drop testing.
🔌 Starter Systems
Starter motors, solenoids, signal testing, relay/PCM control diagnosis.
🌡️ Cooling System
Radiators, water pumps, thermostats, leaks, overheating diagnostics.
❄️ A/C Service
Compressors, recharge, pressure testing, line/evaporator leak detection.
🧰 Suspension & Steering
Ball joints, control arms, hubs, tie rods, struts, shocks, lift kits.
⚙️ Programming
HP Tuners programming, crank relearns, throttle resets, module setup.
🏎️ Performance Tuning
NA tuning, cam tunes, crackle files, gear/tire correction, airflow tuning.
Why Choose a Mobile Mechanic?
Save time, money, and frustration with true onsite service.
- ⚡ Same-day repairs in most cases
- 🏠 No towing required
- 👨🔧 1-on-1 expert technician
- 📉 Lower cost than shops & dealerships
- 🧰 Dealer-level diagnostic tools
- 🚗 Ideal for no-start/no-crank vehicles
Warranty & Quality Assurance
All repairs include a 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty through O’Reilly Auto Parts. High-quality repairs without dealership pricing.
Meet the Owner — Jason Jones
Jason Jones is a master-level mechanic & performance tuner with two decades of experience specializing in GM, Dodge, and modern domestic platforms.
📺 Watch repairs & tuning: @JRJPerformance
Customer Reviews
"Jason diagnosed my Tahoe in 20 minutes and had it running the same afternoon. Honest and extremely knowledgeable." — Mike K.
"The best mechanic in Wilmington. Transparent pricing and dealership-level skills." — Tyler S.
"Replaced my alternator at my job and saved me a tow bill. Highly recommend J.R. Jones Automotive." — Jessica R.
HP Tuners Services (Mobile & Remote)
We specialize in GM LS/LT and Dodge/Ram HEMI platforms, offering both on-site diagnostics and remote tune file support.
- 🏁 Chopacabra, Truck Norris, Stage 2–4 cam tunes
- 🔧 MAF/VE scaling and airflow correction
- 🔥 Crackle/Pop variants
- 📡 Gear ratio & tire size calibration
- 🛠️ DOD/AFM disable (software + mechanical)
- 🚨 Check engine light prevention for common mods
Areas We Serve
Wilmington • Leland • Castle Hayne • Burgaw • Hampstead • Southport • Oak Island • Shallotte • Wrightsville Beach • Carolina Beach • Kure Beach