I'm taking note of the ones recommended and most likely will be picking from one of them! I appreciate the help! I've bought three crate engines so far and had shipped so I don't have an issue with that. Two were MP Magnum 360's and one Muscle Motors stroker 360. I agree that you have to pick the builder most comfortable with. I only would prefer local so that if there were an issue I could stand face to face with someone and demand satisfaction. That would be a bonus. A warranty practically does me no good. Thankfully on the three crates I've bought in the past I've never needed a warranty.