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Old Sep 29, 2010 | 09:31 AM
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Chicago engine builder?

Can anyone recommend the best Olds engine builder in the Chicago area? Or nearby? Interested in making a stock appearing, high-horse motor out of my 1968, 350 2bbl.
Old Sep 29, 2010 | 10:48 AM
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I think there is a place up north near Kenosha, do a search on here, I'll try to find the info if I can
Old Sep 29, 2010 | 11:22 AM
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John Stolpa at Rocket Racing in Waterford, WI
http://www.rocketracingperformance.com/index.html
excellent work, honest
Old Sep 29, 2010 | 12:32 PM
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Waterford is just west of Kenosha/Racine area. Thanks guys... I'll definitely check them out.

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Old Sep 30, 2010 | 04:42 AM
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I know a couple more guys Greg Gooden I think he is in Harvard,il and also i think Milan is still building motors he is out of Downers grove,il i think.
Old Sep 30, 2010 | 06:38 AM
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Ted @ Opel Engineering in Streamwood does a real good job, too!
Old Sep 30, 2010 | 02:05 PM
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Thank you for your recommendations. I'll see if I can track these folks down.
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