Haven't dealt with Tri Star but have had god experiences with
BLUEPRINT LINKY I remember blueprint had a period in which their positive feedback turned negative but maybe they've improved. I'm thinking of building an engine (having built) and sadly Vic at Brevard Cylinder Head passed away. Excellent reputation and local to me. A Mopar guy.
Yes several years back they did have issues. my understanding is the owner caught wind of it and completely revamped the facility, processes, procedures etc. We've installed probably 10 or more with Zero issues. And yes the local shops are dropping like flies around here. Most of the owners say they can't find anyone interested in learning the business and I have found exactly the same in my business. So I am done with employees period. In addition with the local shops, I have had a lot of leak issues, lifters that bleed down as well as other issues. I believe they are using the cheapest parts they can find to try and be competitive. In addition the few that are left have a horrendous waiting list.
I have a bag of parts that I keep wanting to leave by their door from the last go round, but due to the head bolts being a non standard thread they'd know where they came from along with the broken / chipped lifters, pan gasket, rear main seal. So some times it's just best to leave it alone
