Reputable Engine builder - Lateral-g Forums

jcal87 · #1 09-11-2022, 03:33 PM

Looking for a trustworthy engine builder. I’m
Wanting to do either a supercharger or twin turbo set up for my 68 Camaro. Hoping to get around 800-1100 HP with the ability to tune down if wanted it needed.

I was originally going to buy an LT5, but missed the boat unfortunately. I am in the Dallas area. Unfortunately had a bad experience with DuSold out here so don’t want to use him.

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**camcojb** · #2 09-11-2022, 03:50 PM

I believe Kurt Urban is running the Scoggin Dickey custom engine shop. He is an excellent engine builder.

Texas Speed is 3 hours away in Georgetown.

sangell · #3 09-12-2022, 12:00 PM

To add to SDPC and TSP listed above

Don Hardy Race Cars in Floydata

Horse Power Research in DFW

Late Model Engines in Houston

srode1 · #4 09-12-2022, 12:56 PM

Edelbrock has a supercharged 416 LT crate engine they rate at 850 hp and Blueprint has a supercharged 427 LS rated 800 hp.

DualQuadDave · #5 09-26-2022, 12:58 AM

The power level is easy, but what are you starting with? I agree with most of the builder recommendations except LME. Don't get started, but not a fan. HPR and Kurt Urban are both amazing. What you want to do is easier than you think, it's just a matter of putting a package together. The tuner is more important than you think. A stock 5.3 w/ gapped rings will handle the power you want to make.

jcal87 · #6 03-16-2024, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DualQuadDave

The power level is easy, but what are you starting with? I agree with most of the builder recommendations except LME. Don't get started, but not a fan. HPR and Kurt Urban are both amazing. What you want to do is easier than you think, it's just a matter of putting a package together. The tuner is more important than you think. A stock 5.3 w/ gapped rings will handle the power you want to make.

Ironically LME was who I was looking into. Would love to know what happened.

thedugan · #7 03-16-2024, 09:14 PM

How about a crate engine ready for boost?

https://www.karlkustoms.com/product/...17356-376-b15/

Add a turbo setup or blower and go.
https://www.chevyhardcore.com/tech-s...at-chevy-perf/

Unless you want a turn key dynoed motor ready to install

jcal87 · #8 03-16-2024, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by thedugan

How about a crate engine ready for boost?

https://www.karlkustoms.com/product/...17356-376-b15/

Add a turbo setup and blower and go. \
https://www.chevyhardcore.com/tech-s...at-chevy-perf/

Unless you want a turn key dynoed motor ready to install

I am actually leaning more towards this route now. However, I am looking into an aluminum 427 long block that I can throw a Magnuson on later.

lowend · #9 09-03-2024, 11:38 PM

I'm very impressed with
Horsepower Research (also recommended by LG Motorsports)
Golen Engine Service

**will69camaro** · #10 09-04-2024, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by jcal87

Ironically LME was who I was looking into. Would love to know what happened.

I wouldn't hesitate to use LME. Several friends have their engines and have been VERY happy.

Mine is a Texas Speed engine built back in 2014 and all the work they did has been great.

Why no LT5? if in Dallas i know of a LT5 for sale right now that would be relatively local!