At Reid’s Speed Shop, every engine build follows a clear step-by-step process to ensure transparency and quality from start to finish.

1. Initial Contact & Project Direction
We begin by discussing your goals for the engine, intended use, and budget. During this stage we determine the best path forward—whether that means selecting one of Reid’s Speed Shop’s pre-organized engine build packages, choosing one of our crate engine options, or planning a custom tailored build based on your specific vision.
Before the engine arrives, an estimated quote is typically provided based on the selected parts and expected labor. Because the exact condition of every engine is different, labor estimates may change once the engine has been inspected and evaluated in the shop.

2. Engine Inspection & Teardown
Once the engine arrives, it is carefully disassembled and inspected to evaluate the condition of the block, rotating assembly, and cylinder heads. This step allows us to determine what components can be reused and what machine work may be required.

3. Build Plan Confirmation & Parts Selection
After inspection and evaluation by the machine shop, the originally estimated parts list is reviewed and reevaluated based on the condition of the engine components. At this stage, a finalized build sheet outlining the recommended parts, required machine work, and updated estimated costs is provided for your review and approval before moving forward.

4. Parts Ordering & Machine Work
Once the build plan is approved, parts are ordered and the engine components are sent to the machine shop for cleaning, inspection, and any required machining.

5. Precision Assembly
After all components return from the machine shop, the engine is carefully assembled with attention to proper clearances, torque specifications, and overall reliability.

6. Final Verification, Payment & Delivery

Once the engine is fully assembled, customers are given the opportunity to hear the engine run either in person or via video demonstration. This allows you to see and hear the engine operating before it leaves the shop.

At this stage, the final balance must be paid in full prior to the engine being released. Customers will also be asked to sign a confirmation acknowledging satisfaction with the completed build before pickup or delivery.

If you choose to hear the engine run in person, please note that the engine must be allowed time to properly cool before it can be removed from the test stand and prepared for transport. For this reason, same-day pickup after a live run demonstration may not always be possible.