As my topic states.. I'm going to send my RB26 off for it's overhaul. I'm a little weary about having the right shop to work on it.. so, does anyone have any recommendations? Anywhere in the US is fine. This is only the bottom end and here is what is needed:
crank checked, polished, reballanced if necessaryblock bored and honedforged pistons fit w/ringsaftermarket rods checked and fit to pistons+ any misc work involved. Complete bottom end blueprint.
I'm a stickler when it comes to my buildup. I will be sizing the bearings myself and double checking everything carefully. I'm just anal like that.. can't afford misshaps.
Back to topic. Where would you guys recommend? Any input is appreciated! Thanks.
Reputable machine shops for RB build in the US?
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Re: Reputable machine shops for RB build in the US? (Nameless EJ6)
any reputable machine shop should have zero problems with what you want, look around localy, im sure you will find one.
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Re: Reputable machine shops for RB build in the US? (Shocker)
I've done this already. I'm looking for high end shops, not billy bob's machine shop that works on typical rebuilds for domestic motors.
There is quite a bit to doing the job right with maintained machines operated by skilled individuals. If you've built a motor for high power output before and have done your research, you will understand. Like I said, I'm anal.. and I want the job done right properly.
There is quite a bit to doing the job right with maintained machines operated by skilled individuals. If you've built a motor for high power output before and have done your research, you will understand. Like I said, I'm anal.. and I want the job done right properly.
i agree you should take it to a local shop. it gives you the chance to visit them in person and check on their work during the process. i would really advise against sending your stuff to a shop you've only heard good things about.
all that is involved in doing this kind of work is having the right equipment and the experience. any experienced machinist/shop can work on your motor.. its no different than other motors. if you want to pay exorbitant amounts of money, you could probably send it to RBmotoring or something and have them send it to the "billy bobs", cuz that is pretty much what will happen. some small machine shop will do the machining.
don't go in with the stereotype that a small shop that rebuilds on domestic motors= not a good shop. visit the shops and talk to the guys there to see what kind of work they do. you'll find that any performance oriented machine shop will know what to do and how to do it. and i'm very willing to bet there are a handful in your area. the best way to find these shops is to check your local forums. don't limit yourself to shops that have experience with RBs. cast iron blocks and inline 6s have been around forever and they're nothing out of the ordinary. your list of machine shop action items are very basic. print out the RB26 FSM and take it to the shop too cuz they will need it. the most difficult process is just waiting for parts to come in.
all that is involved in doing this kind of work is having the right equipment and the experience. any experienced machinist/shop can work on your motor.. its no different than other motors. if you want to pay exorbitant amounts of money, you could probably send it to RBmotoring or something and have them send it to the "billy bobs", cuz that is pretty much what will happen. some small machine shop will do the machining.
don't go in with the stereotype that a small shop that rebuilds on domestic motors= not a good shop. visit the shops and talk to the guys there to see what kind of work they do. you'll find that any performance oriented machine shop will know what to do and how to do it. and i'm very willing to bet there are a handful in your area. the best way to find these shops is to check your local forums. don't limit yourself to shops that have experience with RBs. cast iron blocks and inline 6s have been around forever and they're nothing out of the ordinary. your list of machine shop action items are very basic. print out the RB26 FSM and take it to the shop too cuz they will need it. the most difficult process is just waiting for parts to come in.