Automotive Engine Specialties

Reviews

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  Alan Gordon
5 months ago
TOP NOTCH SERVICE. - All of the staff is easy to deal with, came to them with a goal, came up with a plan, I then changed the plan again... and they were receptive and helped me complete the process. LSx runs like a champ. You get what you pay for and they KNOW what they are doing. After the sale customer support has been great - never left with an un answered question.

  GJSII
8 years ago
The owner never took responsibility or control of the work his people did on my engine. Had an easy 350 small block increase of HP. After they quoted me $7k to increase HP to 300 0r 325hp, they hit me with another $1,300 to put in a stall convertor, which should have been Included in the intital price. Once they ' installed' said convertor my transmission leaked and didn't stop leaking despite taking it back in o hem to fix TWICE!!!! Now I have to take it to another transmission guy to find THEIR mistake since it didn't leak a drop until their 'specialists' put in said convertor that still does not feel as if any HP has been increased. Trusted and paid them good money that took 6months for a simple rebuild. Never received list and costs of work and parts. For as much as they charged you'd expect a quality product and better customer service. Sadly only mediocre at best.

  Scotty B
3 years ago
My experience with AES was great from start to finish. The gentleman that answered the phone was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. I set up an appointment to drop off my engine and finalize my build. It was done in a very timely manner given what was needed to be done and I was very impressed. I was called right away for pick up when it was ready, and even had small chat with one of the engine builders that worked on my engine. Great experience from start to finish I would definitely recommend! Thanks AES you have earned a customer for life!

  Ronnie Steward
5 years ago
Had an engine built and paid for a matching cam and flowed heads. Never got paperwork verifying or a cam card. Was told they were misplaced and I'd have to figure it out. This information was requested every other weeks for months and then periodically for a couple of years after the build because I kept being told they had them and would send them. Eventually, I was told the records were not retained for that timeframe. In addition, the build took nearly 6 months longer to build than I was originally quoted. I would call weekly for updates, but was clearly being ignored by the builder with limited to no communication as to what was happening or why the build was being pushed out. I'm giving 2 stars because I've finally been able to crank the engine and it's fired and running with limited run time. I will update later on additional results.

  xmazdatracy
8 years ago
Said it would take 2-3 weeks. After 5 months of B.S. and endless excesses I told them I will be coming in for my stuff, and they said it would then be done by the next day. Had to have all the work redone after three races at a much much better shop in Wauconda at 1/4 the price. Now I am at two seasons with no problems. STAY FAR AWAY FROM THIS SHOP.

  Aaron Wenthold
7 years ago
Dropped a Subaru block off for boring (not many places can machine them). Said 3ish weeks until they'd get to it (told them I'm not in a hurry). Call back in 3 weeks and they said they're working on it. Called me when it was done. Everything as promised and had no issues after assembly (clearances, etc). Would/will do work with then again.

  Jason Priegel
3 years ago
Guys did a great job !! Brought a small block in for a mild mannered 383 build last year...still running strong in the 'Caminio...I since sold the car to my Brother in law. Changing things up a bit this time. Dropping of a 1600 cc VW dune buggy motor next month. Swapping out the 85.5 pistons for 90.5's...some head work and a Engle 110 cam... should be fun !

  JOHNY IN THE MACH ONE
7 years ago
Idk if these guys should be in business at all. Called them up to see if I could get my 4.6 DOHC engine re-assembled that I had just gotten back from the machine shop... first answer from him to me? "I'm not taking responsibility for someone else's machine work if someThing goes wrong." He made me feel like my engine was en-route for failure. Anyways he quoted me $1,000 for labor.. got quoted 1,500 at sams one stop in Addison, il and they where excited about the project! Now that's the attitude I like to see.. not some old fart attitude. Lost my business due to your crappy mood. Never make the customer feel this way, you won't get far.

  Rob
9 years ago
Brought a set of heads to AES to be repaired. Told me repair would cost $300-$500. After 6 months of waiting for the repair to be completed and endless inconveniences, I go in to take the heads elsewhere, not only do they quote me $1200 for incomplete repairs they physical assaulted me and it doesn't end there. Customers BEWARE!!!Please contact me with further questions if needed.

  Michael Diekneit
7 years ago
I have been using AES for the past 10 years had some problems with Mike BUT the good news is he GONE! all the engines run great & FAST! he has done mostly Pontiac motors for me.

  SlwScat
2 years ago
Giving you guys 3 stars I came in to fill up my nitrous bottle at 5pm since you guys close at 7pm n this is the 2nd time you guys are closed. Googles says opened Monday thru Sunday but you guys are closed on weekends. Please update the times you guys have. If you guys close at 5pm update it to 5 n not 7 thank you.

  Nate
5 years ago
I took my lt1 to AES for them to install the cam and 383 stroker. They did very well. 2 years later it still runs great. Thank you! I have another project for them soon.

  Kirk meyer
8 years ago
I took a 455 to these guys and they charge me $8000 to do it witch I'm not worry about the price at all,I'm more mad that they lied to me told me they put a list of good parts in my car and charge me for them ,then I had a lifter collapse and they wouldn't do nothing about it the motor has not even 100miles on it.so long story short I took the car apart they put non name brand lifters in my car and all different push rod in my car then charge me said the put all compation stuff in my car.this shop is a joke and I'd never take another car there or tell anyone too

  Matthew Fuller
7 years ago
Terrible experience. Cost overruns, missed deadlines, non-existent communication. Engine has un-natural valvetrain noise, leaks oil and coolant. Never again. If I could rate less than 1 star, I would.

  Cole Greaves
4 years ago
I love doing work with AES would definitely tell more people about it and go back, i love your shirts!!

  BAMBO
8 years ago
Rebuilt a LT1, SPENT OVER $6000.00! MAJOR ISSUES, NEED TO BE REBUILD AGAIN AND MIKE IS NO LONGER THERE! THEY SUCK THE BIG ONE!

  Dave Thomas (The Tornaparts)
8 years ago
Picked up a part from this place. Instantly rude and took about one minute to get a bad vibe there.

  Matt Gibbs
3 years ago
Tony always takes care of his customers. Super professional.

  adam taverna
7 years ago
real good