Ls engine builders in houston area?
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Ls engine builders in houston area? Well starting new build and wanting to use a reputible engine builder in the Houston area. I used HKE and would love to use him again but its almost impossible to get a hold of him ot get him to answer a email. So until he answers me back I have to look elsewhere. Please if you recomened someone please share experience. Thanks
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This is who is building mine right now... I obviously can't vouch for its success yet but I will say I have been very impressed with the work he has done on it to this point.... VERY meticulous, very detailed blueprints and he is open to share everything with you on it....Not keeping the specs "top secret" like the other local builders... and his communication 100% above all of the rest...
http://www.hsquaredracingengines.com/
My engine will be done this thursday hopefully and we'll get it back in the car and on the dyno within the next month.
Another great Engine builder is G&G up in Tomball.... They build anything you can possibly think of... I recently had them build a vintage, #s matching 327 for my dad's vette and they did an excellent job. The only reason I didnt use them for my LS build is I wasn't sure about their build experience for big power/forced induction LS builds.... I'm sure they were more then capable but....I just decided in the end to stick with H Squared.
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I also tried for HKE and couldnt get a return call...
http://www.hsquaredracingengines.com/
My engine will be done this thursday hopefully and we'll get it back in the car and on the dyno within the next month.
Another great Engine builder is G&G up in Tomball.... They build anything you can possibly think of... I recently had them build a vintage, #s matching 327 for my dad's vette and they did an excellent job. The only reason I didnt use them for my LS build is I wasn't sure about their build experience for big power/forced induction LS builds.... I'm sure they were more then capable but....I just decided in the end to stick with H Squared.
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I also tried for HKE and couldnt get a return call...
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Erik at HKE is the best LS builder available IMO. He is busy and has a decent back log because he doesn't mass produce engines. If you have the time, he's worth waiting for and usually replies to PMs and e-mails each day. If you are in a hurry, those listed above like Westside or G&G are good options.
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Erik at HKE is the best LS builder available IMO. He is busy and has a decent back log because he doesn't mass produce engines. If you have the time, he's worth waiting for and usually replies to PMs and e-mails each day. If you are in a hurry, those listed above like Westside or G&G are good options.
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Thanks guys! By no means am I trying to bad mouth anyone especially Eric. Hes a great person and awesome engine builder but im sure hes extremly busy with what hes has going on. I will give him some time and hope we can work something out. Im just trying to know of other options. Ive have heard good things about LME but I dont know anything abouth G&G, WestSide, or h squared. I look them up Thanks!
Im sure Eric @ HKE is a good guy and i know he has done some bad *** motors but good luck getting in contact him and good luck getting your motor back within several months/years...
I have heard great things about G&G,LME,H Squared etc as well and with them you can call,email,stop by the shop whatever and you will always have answers..and you will have your engine within a month or so..not 3,4,5,9 months for a shortblock.just my opinion.
I have heard great things about G&G,LME,H Squared etc as well and with them you can call,email,stop by the shop whatever and you will always have answers..and you will have your engine within a month or so..not 3,4,5,9 months for a shortblock.just my opinion.
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Well I was able to get a hold of him today. I odered my parts they should be in soon. He gave me reassurance and I feel alot better about the entire situation. Last engine he did my build for me took two weeks and most of that was waiting on parts. Ill keep everyone posted on the build. Thanks!
Well I was able to get a hold of him today. I odered my parts they should be in soon. He gave me reassurance and I feel alot better about the entire situation. Last engine he did my build for me took two weeks and most of that was waiting on parts. Ill keep everyone posted on the build. Thanks!
Looks like square h has sam guys.
Although erik TAUGHT alot if not most of the current good ls engine builders.
Man is busy for a reason. Erik will walk you thru what you need and reccomend. Doesnt look down on any question you have. Doesnt assume everyone are squirrels. Like most other engine builders. Who prolly dont even degree cams or know how to figure dcr. LOL!
Although erik TAUGHT alot if not most of the current good ls engine builders.
Man is busy for a reason. Erik will walk you thru what you need and reccomend. Doesnt look down on any question you have. Doesnt assume everyone are squirrels. Like most other engine builders. Who prolly dont even degree cams or know how to figure dcr. LOL!
Really depends how much you need spec'd. If you just need someone to assemble over the counter parts pretty much anybody can. If you want something really nasty go straight to HKE.... there's a reason shops outsource to him. Erik doesn't have fast turnaround and he is hard to get ahold of but his product is worth it IMO.
I would like to hear more about this. I have used G&G several times and had nothing but good luck. Maybe the motors that had different pistons were supplied with them, do you know the whole story? Probably not, lol, just hearsay.
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I have several buddies that use G&G for a lot of killer stuff.... One of them G&G built a 440" 18* SBC that made 900hp on motor. The car its in runs 9.00s@147 at 3600 lbs, all motor...
Tell me they don't know how to build a killer motor...
They do machine work for another buddy of mine that builds 850hp pump gas BBCs.....He uses them exclusively and swears by them..... His stuff makes big power and lasts a long long time..
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I have several buddies that use G&G for a lot of killer stuff.... One of them G&G built a 440" 18* SBC that made 900hp on motor. The car its in runs 9.00s@147 at 3600 lbs, all motor...
Tell me they don't know how to build a killer motor...
They do machine work for another buddy of mine that builds 850hp pump gas BBCs.....He uses them exclusively and swears by them..... His stuff makes big power and lasts a long long time..
I have several buddies that use G&G for a lot of killer stuff.... One of them G&G built a 440" 18* SBC that made 900hp on motor. The car its in runs 9.00s@147 at 3600 lbs, all motor...
Tell me they don't know how to build a killer motor...
They do machine work for another buddy of mine that builds 850hp pump gas BBCs.....He uses them exclusively and swears by them..... His stuff makes big power and lasts a long long time..