11-18-2020, 07:53 AM | #1 |
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Engine Machine Shops South Florida?
Hi bimmerpost F80 forum. I have an n20 but I figured this part of the board would know more info.
I'm looking for a machine shop to install sleeves + convert open deck to semi or closed + micropolish and balance crank/pistons/rods/bearings etc. I gave active Autowerk a call however they just told me to call Carbahn out in Cali for an engine build. I personally have modest goals (500-550 whp), and buying a n55/b58/s55 powered chassis sounds great, my current car is paid off. Thats the best kind of car to own IMO . Does anyone have an engine builder/shop they know here in Florida who is familiar with BMWs? I'm aware Mario's shop does external things but isn't a machine shop. Thanks |
11-18-2020, 08:18 AM | #2 |
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I doubt seriously if you're going to find a machine shop that would be capable of converting an open-deck block to a closed-deck design - it would be easier to find a closed-deck block to begin with. That, and looking for 500+ hp from an N20 engine would likely result in seriously-reduced reliability. You'd be better off looking for an N55/B58 engine from a salvage yard that would produce more power without having to modify its internals.
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Cylinder support system does it in New Hampshire. Most machine shops can install sleeves and balance components.
https://cylindersupportsystem.com/ Was looking for someone locally/in the area more or less. Also the n55 is open deck too. B58 is the exception however 25k for a new car instead of have a built motor for maybe 1/5th of that makes sense to me. I do have a spare block, internals (Cp pistons + rods) in hand. Just looking for a good condition crank and order a new flywheel for the total balance and can send off to a shop...
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Yes, but the N55 can produce more power when tuned than an N20. You'd still be better off finding a used 6-cylinder engine, but to each his own.
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Try Miami Engines; they just did some custom things for a friends S55.
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They're not in Florida, but Billiam Mason or Ali Barakat may be able to help with your goals.
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