S/SS Mopar engine builders?

MLP · 04-22-2023, 12:13 PM

Hello all, I've been away from racing for 20+ years so I'm way out of touch.

Looking for a engine builder familiar with Mopar Hemis and wedges in the lower Michigan/northern Ohio area. I know there's the usual suspects on the east and west coasts but was really hoping to deal with someone closer to home.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

jmcarter · 04-22-2023, 12:27 PM

I’d give Bruce Parsons a call, he’s in Dayton and know he’s done wedges. Give him a call and discuss. Terry Smith in Cincinnati is very familiar with Hemis.

340Cuda · 04-22-2023, 12:58 PM

When I think of Hemis and Michigan I think of Charlie Wescott.

Militia Racing Products:

CHARLIE WESTCOTT
517 531 3430
10420 COUNTY FARM RD, PARMA MI. 49269
MILITIAPRODUCTS@GMAIL.COM

jmcarter · 04-22-2023, 03:04 PM

Bill, know Charlie is the definitive wizard of Hemis but I shudder to think what his lead time would be for a new customer to get in line. Besides, Bruce doesn’t talk as far over my head LOL.

Dan DeBlasio · 04-22-2023, 06:56 PM

Try Tony DiPillo in Cincinnati area Specialty Motorwerkes Honkin Hemi.
He’s on Facebook search Tony DiPillo tell him Dan DeBlasio recommended you.

MLP · 04-23-2023, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by jmcarter

I’d give Bruce Parsons a call, he’s in Dayton and know he’s done wedges. Give him a call and discuss. Terry Smith in Cincinnati is very familiar with Hemis.

I thought about calling them, thanks for the input. I'll talk to them and see what they think.

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When I think of Hemis and Michigan I think of Charlie Wescott.

Militia Racing Products:

CHARLIE WESTCOTT
517 531 3430
10420 COUNTY FARM RD, PARMA MI. 49269
MILITIAPRODUCTS@GMAIL.COM

I'm sure Charlie's plenty busy with all of his customers with engine programs. He is without a doubt one of the best Hemi builders anywhere, but I'm not sure I could afford him and I'm really not looking for a complete engine program. I like to assemble my own stuff, really just looking to get some high quality machine work done.

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Try Tony DiPillo in Cincinnati area Specialty Motorwerkes Honkin Hemi.
He’s on Facebook search Tony DiPillo tell him Dan DeBlasio recommended you.

I love Tony's car, I didn't realize he was an engine builder/machinist. I'll reach out to him and see what's up.

Thank you everyone for the responses, appreciate it very much!

bigshow2966 · 04-23-2023, 11:50 PM

Is Best Machine still going? They were around Detroit and specialized in Mopar motors.

MLP · 04-24-2023, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by bigshow2966

Is Best Machine still going? They were around Detroit and specialized in Mopar motors.

Yep, Chuck and Pete are still going. I'm not sure they do any S/SS stuff, but it's worth a call to find out. Thanks!

Markeracer · 04-24-2023, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by bigshow2966

Is Best Machine still going? They were around Detroit and specialized in Mopar motors.

Best Machine has closed its doors. Good with big Mopars, not tuned into Class stuff.

MLP · 04-24-2023, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Markeracer

Best Machine has closed its doors. Good with big Mopars, not tuned into Class stuff.

Hmm, see them posting dyno pulls on Facebook regularly. Did this just happen?

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MLP Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 52 Likes: 40 Liked 23 Times in 7 Posts	S/SS Mopar engine builders? Hello all, I've been away from racing for 20+ years so I'm way out of touch. Looking for a engine builder familiar with Mopar Hemis and wedges in the lower Michigan/northern Ohio area. I know there's the usual suspects on the east and west coasts but was really hoping to deal with someone closer to home. Any help would be greatly appreciated! __________________ Marc Lapoint

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jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,273 Likes: 2,308 Liked 3,099 Times in 954 Posts	Re: S/SS Mopar engine builders? I’d give Bruce Parsons a call, he’s in Dayton and know he’s done wedges. Give him a call and discuss. Terry Smith in Cincinnati is very familiar with Hemis. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock Set another place at the table

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340Cuda VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,649 Likes: 3,757 Liked 752 Times in 325 Posts	Re: S/SS Mopar engine builders? When I think of Hemis and Michigan I think of Charlie Wescott. Militia Racing Products: CHARLIE WESTCOTT 517 531 3430 10420 COUNTY FARM RD, PARMA MI. 49269 MILITIAPRODUCTS@GMAIL.COM

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jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,273 Likes: 2,308 Liked 3,099 Times in 954 Posts	Re: S/SS Mopar engine builders? Bill, know Charlie is the definitive wizard of Hemis but I shudder to think what his lead time would be for a new customer to get in line. Besides, Bruce doesn’t talk as far over my head LOL. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock Set another place at the table

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Dan DeBlasio Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: The Villages, FL Posts: 7 Likes: 33 Liked 12 Times in 3 Posts	Re: S/SS Mopar engine builders? Try Tony DiPillo in Cincinnati area Specialty Motorwerkes Honkin Hemi. He’s on Facebook search Tony DiPillo tell him Dan DeBlasio recommended you.

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bigshow2966 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: chicago Posts: 650 Likes: 652 Liked 124 Times in 52 Posts	Re: S/SS Mopar engine builders? Is Best Machine still going? They were around Detroit and specialized in Mopar motors.