Looking for OLDS 455 Engine Rebuild near Grand Rapids

Old May 13, 2026 | 02:07 PM
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Looking for OLDS 455 Engine Rebuild near Grand Rapids

I've been putting this off for years, because I am too scared to take this car to just anyone. I have several oil leaks due to silicone breaking down from a prior engine re-build (before I bought car). Motor needs to be disassembled and put back together the right way with the correct gaskets. Might as well have it inspected and possibly re-built too. Pretty sure the rear main is leaking. Can anyone here recommend a shop that would do quality work near Grand Rapids, MI or Lansing, MI. Not necessarily looking for a quick fix.

Old May 13, 2026 | 04:03 PM
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Are you planning on pulling the motor yourself and send it out or are you looking for someone to do the whole job?
Old May 13, 2026 | 04:58 PM
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Expected budget and ultimate hp goal?
Old May 13, 2026 | 05:21 PM
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Badgleys Garage in Lansing. They are Olds people. 1-517-337-0444
Old May 13, 2026 | 07:15 PM
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Expected budget and ultimate hp goal?
I would say 6-8K. Anywhere from 270-300 would be great.
Old May 13, 2026 | 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by tiogatwister
Are you planning on pulling the motor yourself and send it out or are you looking for someone to do the whole job?
Someone to do it all.
Old May 15, 2026 | 04:57 AM
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2X on Badgleys Garage, they are very good and very nice people, and they know their Oldsmobiles.
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