Closed for Labor Day Weekend
We will be closed from Saturday, September 5, through Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.
Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
Have a safe and wonderful holiday weekend!
831 S Jason Street · Denver CO 80223
Painter’s Grinding
The business was established in 1973 and founded by Dayton Painter.
- Hours of Operation
- Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM
Saturday 9AM - 1PM - Phone
- 303.722.5537
- Fax
- 303.722.6764
Shop notices
Latest from the shop
Closed Saturday August 1st
We’ll be closed Saturday, August 1, while we attend the inaugural Denver Dub Fest. Come out and see some amazing VWs and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Location: 1701 Bryant St Denver, CO 80204 (Mile High Stadium)
Time: 9:00 AM -2:00 PM
Closed July 3-5
We will be closed July 3–5 in observance of Independence Day and will reopen on Monday, July 6. Have a fun, safe, and happy holiday weekend!
About
How it all started
The business was established in 1973 and founded by Dayton Painter. Dayton passed away in 2021, and members of his family now run the business. He initially started as a freelancer, specializing in Volkswagen engine work like lifter repair and cylinder head reconditioning, out of a small shop behind his friend's shop. In 1984, he moved to a larger shop on Custer Street, which saw a significant business boom. The shop has since expanded to offer a full range of services, including repair, engine rebuilding, and machine work, all specifically for air-cooled Volkswagen engines.
General inquiries painters@paintersgrinding.com
The crew
Ross Maitland
Growing up surrounded by Volkswagen classics—my dad owned a '69 Beetle, a '76 Westfalia camper van, and an '82 Westy. I've been passionate about VWs since childhood. I've been working in the VW industry since 1996 and currently own a beautifully restored '60 ragtop Beetle.
With expertise as both a mechanic and machinist, I bring deep hands-on knowledge to every project at Painter's Grinding. If you have any questions or need expert service, feel free to reach out: pgshop@paintersgrinding.com
Eddie Radillo
I've been passionate about Volkswagens since 1988 and have been working in the industry since 1995. A lifelong drag racing enthusiast, I bring that same drive and precision to every project. Currently, I own a '63 Beetle.
Transmission builder pgshop@paintersgrinding.com
Keith Gosselin
Passionate about off-road racing, I've been into Volkswagens since I was 13. My first VW experience was working on a Baja Bug, and I've been in the business since I was 17.
Engine builder and mechanic pgshop@paintersgrinding.com
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