Re: Engine Rebuilding

Posted by Jeff on Sep. 25, 1998 at 13:39:34

In Reply to: Re: Engine Rebuilding
posted by Tom McMenamin on Sep. 25, 1998 at 10:58:45

Not to step on any toes, but I also will be looking for someone to go through mine for a complete rebuild including
sleeves for the cylender walls.
could you tell me what I should exspect to pay. (Approx.)
Thanks, Jeff

:There is only one person to call in regards to Engine Re-Building! Butch Nichols. He knows it all! Schwalms used to be good when Mr. Schwalm owned the company. However his wife runs it now and I am not so sure the quality of the work is as good! Make up you own mind but....
: Also MACS, Model "A" Ford Parts will also do what you need. It requires shipment.
: I trust Nichols with my life, my wife and my Model "A" He is reasonable and knowledgeable and he did mine about 3 months ago! He knows his stuff! Call him! 410-335-7163. Obviously he is in Northern Baltimore County. Probably a drive of about 2.5 hours from you! He is probably backed up but Hey Winter is coming!

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: : My son and I are currenlty in the process of rebuilding our Model A engine.We have it completely torn down and have checked the clearances.
: : It this point the cylinders need to be bored, the main bearings rebabbitted, crank shaft ground and balanced, and new style rear seal installed.
: : I searched this sight and found that Cecil Richardson had recommended a machin shop out in Cincinnati.
: : I live in central New Jersey (no boos or hisses) and would like to know if there is a qualiified rebuilder closer to this area, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania?
: : I you know of a good shop or rebuilder please reply.Quaility is more important than price.
: : Glenn