Machine shop in Northern California

[Joe R.]

I need a recommendation for a machine shop in Northern California, between Santa Rosa and San Rafael. I put a set of 3904391 heads (for '67 427 / 435) in the previous Driveline. The date codes are July 66 and April 67. I got a call from a member of the Northern California chapter, he has a set of the same heads with very similar dates. We would like to trade one head so that both of us have a matching set date wise. My heads have already passed magnaflux and pressure testing. His need to be tested. We have agreed that he would take them to a machine shop of my choice. I would pay to have them checked out and he would reimburse me. That way the machine shop is working for me. What do you guys think?

Thanks in advance,
Joe

[Rick G.]

Re: Machine shop in Northern California

Joe,

I recommend you try Bailey Brothers, http://baileybrothers01.com/, in American Canyon which is about 1/2 hr from San Rafael. They are well experienced with older and performance engines and have a great reputation. Best of luck.

Rick Gower

[Russ U.]

Re: Machine shop in Northern California

I used American Cylinder Head in Oakland to repair a cracked 241 head for a 54 Corvette. Absolutely top notch. When I looked around for a head shop 5 years ago, these guys came highly recommended. And I had a great experience as well. I went there in person - you would not believe the number of cylinder heads in the place. Just incredible.

Russ