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09-18-2013, 08:58 PM | #1 |
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Flathead Builder in California
Who is regarded as the best flathead rebuilder shop in Northern or Southern California? My poor little 21 stud motor has turned its last "r" and it's time to build the ultimate touring motor. Sounds like a French block is the best starting point. Ideas?
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09-18-2013, 09:34 PM | #2 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
I personally recommend you ship it Jerry Livingston at United Engine Specialists in Wichita KS. He did a wonderful job on my 276ci 59AB at a reasonable cost. He has done hundreds of flatheads. Here's his website.
http://www.unitedengine.biz/united_004.htm
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09-18-2013, 09:54 PM | #3 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Contact Mike at H&H. They are in La Crescenta, off the 210. From Sac, you should be able to make it to their door in about 5 hours.
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09-18-2013, 11:05 PM | #4 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
John Johnson, Johnson Machine, Yucaipa Ca
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09-18-2013, 11:09 PM | #5 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Gotelli Speed Shop, So. San Francisco Ca. Ask For Ted or Bruno. These guys have history.
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09-18-2013, 11:15 PM | #6 |
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09-18-2013, 11:44 PM | #7 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Thanks, everyone, for your suggestions. Now comes the tough decision!
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09-19-2013, 07:12 AM | #8 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
You're in Scramento? Dd you know So Cal Speed Shop-Sacramento has the new French flathead blocks, and works with the legendary Vern Tardel in Santa Rosa? Vern is the best in my opinion and is a lot closer to you than H & H in southern Calif. Go talk to the guys at So Cal before you make your decision.
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09-19-2013, 08:05 AM | #9 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Call Dennis in granite bay … don’t know if he’s the best but he’s close
Will do it right Been doing it forever Farms out nothing but the cleaning Small home shop = good price He’s built stockers - hot street motors - and even record breaking land speed flatheads 916 791 7452 |
09-19-2013, 09:40 AM | #10 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Give me a call 818-248-2371 or email me [email protected] I can give you a detailed quote.
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09-19-2013, 09:44 AM | #11 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Hotrodsteve,
Yes, I am aware of SoCal and their supply of French blocks. My plan is use one of them as the starting point for building the ultimate touring motor...appearing as a A or 59AB on the outside, mild cam, and a 4" Merc crank on the inside (although I've heard there may be an issue with the crank pulley lining up properly...will have to research that). Vern Tardel might be a great option. Thanks very much for the suggestion. Also, thanks to 296 V8...I'll check out Dennis. Haven't heard of him, but I like the sound of his operation. |
09-19-2013, 11:51 PM | #12 |
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Another vote for Dennis. Specially if you are in the Sac area....
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09-20-2013, 08:43 AM | #13 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Red Hamilton in Ft. Bragg, Ca. is still doing motors
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09-20-2013, 02:12 PM | #14 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Go to John Beck in Chico, CA. He runs/owns Pro Machine, located inside Vintage Hot Rod.
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09-20-2013, 07:28 PM | #15 |
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Thanks, TJ and Kahuna. I didn't realize Red was still building engines. He built several for me back in the '70's and 80's when he had a shop in Carmichael, CA.
One was a 29A in my '37 pickup that still had 55lbs oil pressure at 1,500+rpm after 75,000 miles and didn't burn a drop of oil in 2,000 miles. It could climb Baxter Grade on I-80 in 95 degree summer heat with 1,000 lbs of parts heading for the Reno Swap Meet and never get over 180 degrees! It was a magical flathead. Anyone have a number for Red? |
09-21-2013, 08:53 AM | #16 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
Jeff Jones in Fresno is one of the best 559 313-1454 or [email protected]
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09-21-2013, 10:10 AM | #17 |
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Red is at 707-964-7733
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09-21-2013, 02:54 PM | #18 |
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Re: Flathead Builder in California
You'd be hard pressed to find a better flathead builder than Vern Tardel. If you're interested in getting an honest cost and scheduling quote, FAX him at 707-838-6065 telling him what you need. Include your 'phone number and a convenient evening call-back time.
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09-21-2013, 04:38 PM | #19 |
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Thanks, TJ. Vern is on my list to check with, Mike.
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