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Rottler Report with Andrew Frontzak of Engine Rebuilders & Supply

Andrew Frontzak is vice president of Engine Rebuilders & Supply, an engine machine shop in Stone Park, IL that does everything from custom engine and cylinder head rebuilding to antique and muscle car restorations. They recently purchased a new Rottler Manufacturing H85AX to keep up with the increased workload over at the shop. Hear more

Rottler Report with Keith Black Racing Engines & For Hemis Only

Tim Banning is president of Keith Black Racing Engines and For Hemis Only located in Clearwater, FL. The shop, which specializes in Gen II Hemis and Mopar Wedges, utilizes blocks made to the highest standards. To maintain those standards during machining, along with increased automation and accuracy, the shop recently purchased a new Rottler H85AX

Why You Should Machine Your Connecting Rods

While products straight from the factory are typically in excellent condition and manufactured to certain specs, it’s always a good idea to double check all aspects to ensure a component is how you want it. MTI Racing recently noticed some taper on a set of rods, so they took the time to machine the pin

What Goes Into Steve Morris Engines’ SML Heads?

Watch as Steve Morris walks you through aspects of his new SML platform, including a look at the transformation the cylinder heads go through from a solid chunk of billet aluminum to a finished product.

SMX Cylinder Head Gets New Valve Seats – Part 2

Watch as Steve Morris walks through the remaining processes of cutting a new seat and fitting it into the head. If you missed Part 1, check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PwZq3dcY4M https://www.stevemorrisengines.com

What Happens When Dry Ice and a Valve Seat Combine?

Steve Morris Engines recently shared a video cutting a brand new SMX cylinder head for valve seats, and he shrunk them for an easier fit using dry ice. Watch what happens!

Rottler’s SG10XY Cylinder Head Machining Center

Combined with the lightweight air float workhead, the SG10XY gives perfect centering in the valve guide and excellent concentricity.

Block Machining with Rottler’s F69A Pt. 2

Steve and the guys previously walked through decking and boring a block on the new Rottler F69A machining center. Now, they walk through lifter bores and receiver grooves.

Block Machining with a Rottler F69A

Steve Morris has his new Rottler F69A running, and the guys are getting training on the new machine. As such, they walk you through how the Rottler F69A decks and bores with ease.

Steve Morris Engines Gets a Massive Delivery!

Steve Morris recently purchased a couple Rottler machines for his shop, and he took delivery of a new F69A machining center. Check this out!

The King of All Honing Machines?

During the 2022 PRI show, Steve Morris took the opportunity to get a run down of a Rottler H80 honing machine very similar to the one he just purchased. Check out what this Rottler can do!

Sunnen’s LBB-1660 Manual Hone

Sunnen’s LBB-1660 produces a round and straight honed bore, equal to or better than manufacturers’ new rods.