build vs crate

[carpoor]

Just going to add my "crate engine" experience. I payed for what was supposed to be a quality engine from a well-known builder. What I ended up with was a steaming pile of crap. It lasted exactly 202 easy street miles, and 7 dyno pulls to get the tune right. When I called them for help, they wanted me to ship it back at my cost. And hold my engine for ransom if they deemed it was my fault. (mind you they machined & assembled it) I refused, and wanted to have it inspected locally by an impartial 3rd party - at my expense. They basically told me to shove it and called me a liar.

Since then, I have searched for a local guy that I could trust to farm out what I can't handle. Now, I have someone less than 20 miles away that will help me if needed. It's nice not having to travel 12+ hours to speak face to face with someone.

Just my $0.10...

P.S. - if you want to know who that "reputable engine builder" was, the initials S.S. should clue in at least 90% of you reading this.