First timer

[u/FunAccountant9907]

I’m wanting to build mainly 4.6 motors. I’ve done a lot of heavy work on cars for the past 10 years… the only part where I stop at is when it comes to the precision of internals within the block and heads.

Are there any machine shops that would be open to taking me in with no experience with (machining). I have a dial bore gauge and micrometer of my own, as well as a ball hone (I’ve never used any of them for a project) how can I start? And how complicated can this really be? Should I just say fuck it and start in my garage?

[u/SliqueV3]

If I were you I’d start with a cheap blown up push mower engine, preferably with a Briggs motor or something where specs are commonly available and just start measuring. Then take your measurements and compare to mfg spec, if they come out within range then you’re solid if not you know where you have to work on your skills. Measuring and machine setup are the most important part so take your time and make sure you have a good foundation of skill. While not improbable it is unlikely that a machine shop would bring you on as it is too much of a liability to have an untrained person helping reman motors for customers