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Tue Aug 31, 2021 1:24 pm

I'm in search of machine shop. Found myself needing to align bore/line bore my 36hp case believed to be original to the vehicle. I am in NE US but case is prepared for shipping.

Advice on a reputable shop with the right setup for the bores on a 36hp and the skill/ability to measure/confirm results when complete?

Tue Aug 31, 2021 1:32 pm

I had a great experience with my last 36er rebuild at Dougs in Mesa, AZ. Fish has built multiple engines for me over the years and I have always been happy.

https://dougsbnb.com/

Wed Sep 01, 2021 6:05 am

We are challenged here in NE. Couldn't find a shop with 36 hp experience locally so decided to go with Joe Ruiz for my 36 hp long block build. Good luck!

Fri Sep 03, 2021 8:52 am

Wanted to clarify that I am not looking for someone to build the engine, but rather a machine shop to bore the case.

Tue Sep 07, 2021 7:48 am

In about three weeks from now I'm going to talk to a machine shop in Western NY about doing some case work. He's not a VW guy but he does do work on aircraft (Lycoming, Continental) engines. This shop has also done work for some early (1910-20s) aero engines I've heard. So at the very least the shop has experience with two piece aluminum/mag alloy cases. I'll let you know what I find out.

Thu Sep 09, 2021 7:49 pm

https://fatperformance-rimco.com/

Fri Sep 10, 2021 3:12 pm

Someone just recommended Advanced Engine Rebuilders in Wareham, MA for VW machine work in the Performance/Engine/Transmission forum. enginesbyadvanced.com 508-295-2288

Sat Sep 11, 2021 8:14 am

3foldfolly wrote: https://fatperformance-rimco.com/

Do your homework.

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=357719&highlight=fat+performance

Sun Sep 12, 2021 7:42 pm

Braukuche wrote: 3foldfolly wrote: https://fatperformance-rimco.com/

Do your homework.

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=357719&highlight=fat+performance
Dan, I bought a 12/54 case from you 13 years ago and had you ship it to Rimco for me. They align bored and thrust cut the case and rear main bearing I sent them. The quality of the machine work was excellent and the engine I built still runs excellent today. My recommendations was based on my experience back then. Sounds like things have changed since then. My apologies to the originator of this thread.

Fri Sep 24, 2021 7:31 am

3foldfolly wrote: Braukuche wrote: 3foldfolly wrote: https://fatperformance-rimco.com/

Do your homework.

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=357719&highlight=fat+performance
Dan, I bought a 12/54 case from you 13 years ago and had you ship it to Rimco for me. They align bored and thrust cut the case and rear main bearing I sent them. The quality of the machine work was excellent and the engine I built still runs excellent today. My recommendations was based on my experience back then. Sounds like things have changed since then. My apologies to the originator of this thread.

I remember that!
I used Rimco back then too, everyone did. Back when they were in Santa Ana I believe. It’s a shame that companies change ownership and the quality goes to hell but the name sounds the same so everyone naturally assumes the reputation stays the same.