motor died can any machine shop rebuild sr20

[two40splease]

Can I take my sr20 redtop short block to any motor builder or does it require a specialty shop because it was not imported to here. Whats ballpark on labor cost for rebuild. Rs enthalpy seems high.

[nzmoman]

you should make sure they have some import experience and make sure they access to all the information for a good solid build. This is where you need to make sure that the person you choose has some good credentials and a great track record.

price will depend on what you are putting in the motor(pistons, rods, bore, sleeves)etc..but it could be anywhere from 700-3000, just depends on the details.

[two40splease]

Roger that, im really curious about labor/ machine/ assembly costs, I know I 'll be doing new rod/main bearings, eagle rods,& cp pistons that will be around 1000-1200w/ extras. Im wondering what a shop will charge to throw it all in.

[nzmoman]

you need to get on a local forum or find some guys in your area on here. I know there are some builders in VA and MD that do good work...but you just need to call and get pricing...and make sure they have a REAL shop. They wont be cheap.

[karmakaze]

a good local shop will be able to do a rebuild as long as you do not require sleeves. I can not emphasize enough to only have very well known and reputable shop do your sleeves (such as mazworx).

[Ser200sx567]

What ever you do make sure it's machined with a torque plate or you will have a lot of headaches. I own one i'll help you out with a build if you need it. I'm building my sr20det right now and am brining it to a top notch shop. Take a tour and see if they know what there talking about.

[two40splease]

I certainly appreciate your offer and will let you know. I'm trying to get a friend help me tow it home b/c its super low. As soon as i get it home the engines coming out for rebuild. i would like to do it myself but i know there is a lot to go wrong there.