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Old Oct 2, 2019 | 10:30 PM
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I’m looking for a reputable engine builder in NY or surrounding area. I’m located in Northern NY and I’m looking for someone to a complete tear down and rebuild. I had a rebuild done buy a “reputable mechanic” and it blew less than 10k miles later so I’m looking for a reputable engine builder to do a complete tear down and build.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2019 | 11:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Tharry91
I’m looking for a reputable engine builder in NY or surrounding area. I’m located in Northern NY and I’m looking for someone to a complete tear down and rebuild. I had a rebuild done buy a “reputable mechanic” and it blew less than 10k miles later so I’m looking for a reputable engine builder to do a complete tear down and build.
PM johnjzjz and give him the specifics of what have and want. He can't take care of you he'll have a recommendation.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2019 | 03:56 AM
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HDF sponsor Hillside Cycle are located in North NY state - can't be very far away from you! They sound like jolly good chaps - wish they were on my doorstep.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2019 | 04:22 AM
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I 2nd Hillside cycles I am bringing my bike to them next Monday for the exact same thing, taking my 96 to a 117. 😎
 
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Old Oct 3, 2019 | 04:37 AM
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Hillside all the way!
 
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Old Oct 3, 2019 | 06:03 AM
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Happy to help.
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Old Oct 3, 2019 | 06:18 AM
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I believe that Hillside with the thousands of bui.ds they have performed would be #1 on the list here... Not saying other builders couldn’t do the job but Scott has the results to back it up right here.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2019 | 06:29 AM
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if your in NY,hillside is a no brainer,their right in your backyard
 
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If you want to come downstate to the Island, Rosa's Cycle in Huntington NY would be your man. But I agree Hillside is probably way closer to you.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2019 | 11:45 AM
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