Is LC Engineering, 22RE Performance or DOA any good? Pic somewhat related.

 

Very happy with my 22RE Performance engine. Only had it about 7 months, maybe 10,000 miles so far. Runs good, a bit extra power over stock, mine was balanced and it runs super smooth. A bit pricey but you get peace of mind. I've also rebuilt an engine myself and after the machine shop bill and price of parts the engine I built is only slightly cheaper. I used quality parts sourced from 22RE Performance and Toyota. Obviously you can get super cheap stuff from RockAuto or an entire long block for $1,500 but the quality does not even compare. My truck had a $1,500 engine in it when I bought it. The engine only had 20,000 miles on it when I bought the truck and it blew the head gasket and cracked the head in the first year.

 

I bought a OEM shortblock.

 

While I have never bought an engine from any of these companies, I have bought parts from 22RE Performance, and the quality of parts they offer (mostly OEM, with some well known aftermarket parts) and customer service was great.

I would not hesitate to purchase an engine from 22RE Performance if the need arises. They have spent much of their time making sure that their rebuilt engines will last.

 

Did you go with a stage 1?

 

I bought their Stage 2. Jim threw in balancing for free because he said they'd just bought a new machine and wanted to try it out. I can say that the balanced engine definitely runs smoother. I was actually quite surprised, I didn't expect it to make much of a difference at all.

 

Has anyone tried Jasper Engines?

 

I haven't tried Jasper, but have heard they are better with domestic engines.

I HAVE purchased from Enginebuilder AKA toyotatruckengine and I can't say strongly enough how terrible that idea was. DO NOT buy from them. I am now rebuilding the "new" engine I bought from them after 14000 miles, and when I do, I'll be using LCE and 22RE Performance for parts and a new head.