From the Magnolia shop floor
Hot rod engine work in the Magnolia bay
A closer look at a mechanic working around a three-carburetor engine at Tha Shop, with planning questions for your own classic or custom project.
Up close with the engine bay
This shop-floor photo shows a mechanic leaning into an open engine bay, with three carburetors, polished components, and a red-painted engine. It is a closer view of the hands-on work behind the vehicles in our gallery.
Plan around the vehicle you have
A classic or custom vehicle may have components that differ from its original specification. When you contact the shop about engine work, include any known engine, fuel-system, ignition, and drivetrain changes, along with the problem you want to solve.
Tell us the goal before the parts list
A dependable weekend cruiser, a daily driver, and a custom build can call for different plans. Share how you use the vehicle and any previous work or available records so we can discuss the scope before you bring it in.
Have a vehicle or project to discuss?
Tell us what you have, what it needs, and how you plan to use it. We will follow up to discuss availability.