VA, MD, DC engine builder???
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Melting Slicks
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From: Northern VA
VA, MD, DC engine builder???
I am tired of being shafted by mediocre "builders". Anyone know of a "reputable" shop in this area that knows SBC's (late model) and can get my vette running right?
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Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (jerkyboy)
Try Sonny's Racing in Lynchburg, VA. They specialize in big block Chevy engines (IHRA/NHRA), but are very competent with SBC. Another possiblity is Kowalski's (sp?) on Wards Road. I couldn't find Kowalski on an internet search, but they're also very good with SBC. Mr. Kowalski used to work for Sonny Leonard of Sonny's.
Good Luck with whoever you go with!
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Melting Slicks
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From: Northern VA
Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (RainDelay)
Steve, I am still fighting the tune and loose rocker arms. I am going to attempt to go on the Skyline cruise tomorrow. I am waiting for an interface for a DFI system. If that doesn't fix it, I will yank the engine and start over! Where have you been racing?
Racer
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Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (jerkyboy)
try Maryland Performance center in gathersburg md, they have a web site. the guy builds awsome motors!!!! and he will steer you in the right directioh as far as matching parts for performance. he is very proffesional and builds a lot of big dollar set ups. he is not cheap either... but he will not try and rip you off.
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Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (rcastor426)
try Maryland Performance center in gathersburg md, they have a web site. the guy builds awsome motors!!!! and he will steer you in the right directioh as far as matching parts for performance. he is very proffesional and builds a lot of big dollar set ups. he is not cheap either... but he will not try and rip you off.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Northern VA
Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (Not Stock)
I heard the same thing about George. I have talked with him a few times and didn't get a warm fuzzy. Tony's Corvette has just invested a lot of money in a dyno and accompanying systems. I asked him he was going to get into hipo stuff and he said he is being forced in that direction. He's about the only guy I trust around here.
Racer
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Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (jerkyboy)
I heard the same thing about George. I have talked with him a few times and didn't get a warm fuzzy. Tony's Corvette has just invested a lot of money in a dyno and accompanying systems. I asked him he was going to get into hipo stuff and he said he is being forced in that direction. He's about the only guy I trust around here.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Northern VA
Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (Blown Vette)
Well Blown Vette, I am having a DFI installed at a shop in Mt. Airy as we speak. I don't have total confidence that they will be able to tune it correctly. Would you be able to help? Also, since we are on the subject, they kinda acted funny when I told them I wanted the software installed on my laptop. they said I wouldn't be able to do much myself because they have the "pro-key". Is that BS?
Racer
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Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (jerkyboy)
they kinda acted funny when I told them I wanted the software installed on my laptop. they said I wouldn't be able to do much myself because they have the "pro-key". Is that BS?
Advanced
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Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (jerkyboy)
I have had some first had experience with a builder in Manassas Va. His name is Carrol Carter of C&C machine. He built a big block motor for a friend of mine and I witnessed the dyno results, been in business for 30 years and a lot of experience. You dont stay in business that long not doing it right. Good luck , Steve
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Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (jerkyboy)
I had a great experience with Tidewater Corvettes in Newport News Virginia. I didn't have anything too major done (just an intake (base, runners, injectors& TB), and rear differential swap) but after speaking with Rob I felt comfortable leaving my baby with him. They have had customers ask for all sorts of things, and apparently they have done more than a few Vortec head conversions.
I will probably be rebuilding my engine in the winter (162K on the clock) and IF I pay somebody else to do it, it will be them.
757-595-1967
Located at
9923 Jefferson Ave
Newport News VA (I don't remember the ZIP)
I will probably be rebuilding my engine in the winter (162K on the clock) and IF I pay somebody else to do it, it will be them.
757-595-1967
Located at
9923 Jefferson Ave
Newport News VA (I don't remember the ZIP)
Le Mans Master
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Re: VA, MD, DC engine builder??? (Fozzy_Bear)
I got a good recomendation on a machine shop in baltimore the other day called Charlies, I was told to talk to walter, ill post thier phone number later when im at home.
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