TheSamba.com :: View topic - Cost to have 1600 block machined for 1776?

Mon Nov 30, 2020 9:13 am

I'm a bit new so please excuse my question if it is a bit oversimplified.

I have a good condition 1600cc engine case and want to have my engine guy build me a 1776cc.

What is a reasonable/average cost to have this engine case machined to begin a 1776cc build?

It DOES need to be machined if we going with a 1776 build right?

Thanks all.

Mon Nov 30, 2020 9:18 am

if alls it need is the case bores opened up and decked, expect to pay around $75-$150. Add around another $100-$200 for a proper align bore and thrust cut if it needs one. dont forget shipping cost. I would look into sending the case to NSR. Or, theres also a shop in west virginia or Kentucky thats supposed to be alright and have good prices.

edit, heres the other shop, http://www.keithsautoparts.com/machine-shop/1381729

heres NSR, https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/profile.php?mode=viewprofile&u=7792

Mon Nov 30, 2020 10:01 am

I think I paid $250 to have my case cut first oversize thrust, first oversize line bore, bored for 90.5/92 cylinders, and drilled/tapped for full flow oil filter at Jansen Enterprises in Belmont California.

Fri Dec 04, 2020 7:55 am

Just as a data point, I just had a case machined at Ron's Performance Machining here in Dayton, OH

Line Bore, Cut for 90.5/92 cylinders and deck, Case savers for 8mm studs, and drill and tap for full flow - $250

Fri Dec 04, 2020 10:48 am

Here is what CB charges for machine work. Most VW shops are somewhere close in price. If they are way higher find another shop.

https://www.cbperformance.com/Machine-Shop-Services-s/137.htm

Fri Dec 04, 2020 10:49 am

vwracerdave wrote: Here is what CB charges for machine work. Most VW shops are somewhere close in price. If they are way higher find another shop.

https://www.cbperformance.com/Machine-Shop-Services-s/137.htm

I've been told cb wont let you ship them your parts btw. Not that it matters to the point your making. Just though I'd put it out there.