Good machine shop in Kelowna?

Chris27 · Veteran Member

Good machine shop in Kelowna?

Greaser · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

I'm by no means an expert on cranks,but I was a machinist........I can see the set up for machining costing a pretty penny.

My independent mechanic here in Calgary charges $115.00 an hour,dealers are charging close to $150.....how much would a machine shop charge?

Somehow I think buying a new one may be a cheaper route rather than grinding.......

Like rotors and drums, it's cheaper to buy new. Like I said I'm not an expert on cranks.

-Geo

Chris27 · Veteran Member

This is an aftermarket steel crank balanced to my rotating assembly. If it were a stock or even aftermarket cast crank, it would be cheaper to buy new. The crank is worth about $1200 plus the balancing.

jmont64 · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

I use OK engine rebuilders down on Ellis. Very, very experienced and just great guys. If they are too busy K&S Machine by Reid's Corner are also top notch. These 2 shops will have done the majority of rebuilds in the city.

Addicted!

Hi, Not in Kelowna, But there is one in Kamloops called Valley Speed & Machine. They did the 396 in my Chevelle.

Chris27 · Veteran Member

Thanks for the suggestions, I'll check those places out.