A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago?

Posted By: Mufichman

A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 06:26 AM

I need to have my 383 machined and built in or near the chicagoland area. I am looking for someone with a great reputation. Nothing too crazy, not going for 600 hp. Just a great near stock rebuild. Also it wouldn't hurt to be price competitive. Any recommendations?

Posted By: Dodgem

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 02:48 PM

You may want to ask in the unlawfull race and tech section more guys building motors and seems lots from Chi Town area.
Hughes engines would not be that far a drive either!

Posted By: 71383beep

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 02:59 PM

If you're in or near Lake County and don't mind crossing the border into WI I would recommend the machine shop I used in kenosha. LAM Engines

They did my 383 and I was very happy with the price and the results. I also know that they built 2 other mopars in friends cars and for they all run great.

PM or email me if you want more specific info.

Posted By: fish'sfish

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 04:47 PM

Opel in Streamwood !!....Ted is the best ....they build alot of Mopars
Check them out!!

Posted By: Rhinodart

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 05:21 PM

Another vote for Ted at Opel, have not used anyone else in the 20 some odd years of having engines built in the the Chicagoland area!

Posted By: swapman

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 05:29 PM

Norm's Speed Shop in Helenville Wi. Just east of Jefferson. Great guy Great price Great service.

Posted By: GTXKen

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 05:54 PM

Opel is really good but pricey in my opinion. Check out Midwest Engine Tech

Midwest Engine Tech
19130 S 85th Pl.
Mokena, IL 60448
815-464-9490

Posted By: 71Polara383

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 06:00 PM

Ive never had anything done by them but Ive only heard good things. Its in Rockdale,IL (Near Joliet)
www.Borowskirace.com

Posted By: Rhinodart

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/20/12 06:57 PM

It would really help if we knew where you are in relation to "Chicagoland". Lots of good machine shops besides the one's mentioned already.

Posted By: Mufichman

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/21/12 04:25 AM

Thanks everyone for your help. I am in Glen Ellyn, about 45 mins. west of Chicago. I am not afraid to drive though for the right shop. Thanks again.

Posted By: Mufichman

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/21/12 04:37 AM

I am trying to start the restoration of a 1969 #s matching roadrunner I just bought. I am new at this. I played around with cars a little in high school, but nothing to this level. My first car was a 72 satellite sebring plus. Ever since I have had the urge to restore something. If you guys have any tips or suggestions of any kind, it would be much appreciated.

Posted By: swapman

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/22/12 02:30 AM

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GOOD LUCK

Posted By: StrkrDart69

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/22/12 03:24 AM

Apex Machine. in Bensenville.

http://apexae.com/where/index.html
Bill has been there since 1973. Excellent work and good price.

Posted By: Fat_Mike

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/22/12 03:50 AM

Quote:

I am trying to start the restoration of a 1969 #s matching roadrunner I just bought. I am new at this. I played around with cars a little in high school, but nothing to this level. My first car was a 72 satellite sebring plus. Ever since I have had the urge to restore something. If you guys have any tips or suggestions of any kind, it would be much appreciated.

Welcome to the board. Mostly friendly folks here, but your question (in this thread) is what's referred to a "hijack." You need to post your own thread, and it's always best to ask specific questions. Again, welcome...

Posted By: MLR426

Re: A great Machine shop/engine rebuild Chicago? - 02/22/12 04:23 PM

Quote:

Thanks everyone for your help. I am in Glen Ellyn, about 45 mins. west of Chicago. I am not afraid to drive though for the right shop. Thanks again.

Then drive to my shop Performance Plus Cylinder Head in Odin,IL 4 hours south.

As mentioned there are some shops around you.

logan426