Quote Originally Posted by Big Baller
Why in the hell would you let a "SHOP" build youre motor.

Why don't you go to a machine shop....its kinda what they do.
A lot of machine shops don't particularly specialize in engine building.

Most engine building shops have some sort of machinist backround, and do the neccessary work in house. A place here in PA, Specializes in mostly big/small block V8's. However they've told me several times when I wanted a big bore done, that they'd do it for 150+ parts. Which isn't to bad deal, considering they'd have to bore, hone, and/or sleeve. I dont know for sure off hand.

Sure a machine shop would be good just for the clearance and such, but engine shops who do this work daily, would be my first choice. Hands down.