Paul's Rod and Bearing

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  kevin griffiths
a month ago
Rods fit perfectly....fit and finish were top shelf...almost a shame to put them inside an engine they're that nice!!! Thanks Russ

  Dennis Reid
a year ago
Thank You to all at Pauls Rod and Bearing. 1931 DeVaux is running like new. Babbitt bearing and rod work was impressive.Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  XTine Gray
a year ago
They lined bored the block, fit the crank, and reconditioned the rods from a 1929 Ford Model A for us. They also polished the crank for the Model A. Everything was done correctly and we were very happy with how everything was handled. They were very helpful, and their turnaround time was rather quick for this engine. We would definitely recommend them, especially for antique and classic car engines. We will be using them again next time this type of engine work comes up.Service: Engine repair

  Jim McIntyre
a year ago
Russ was extremely helpful with my John Deere crankshaft and bearings. He performed the work quickly at a reasonable price. The shipping was horrible but he assisted me with that also. He is a great guy.

  John Stone
a year ago
Over the last 18 years I have used over 200 sets of Model A Fords rods with great satisfaction. Russ is excellent to work with. If you need Babbitt work done, this is the place to go.Service: Motor buildingService: Motor building

  edward brito
a year ago
Paul s Rod and bearing is absolutely hands down the best. They are the one vendor I can count on to get the job done both correctly and quickly. Russ has done many sets of connnecting rods and main bearings for me. My local engine shop told me their Babbitt work is the best he s ever seen. I am always getting compliments on how beautifully my own 32 olds runs. I highly recommend Paul s to anyone needing engine work on their antique cars. They have always provided me with excellent service and workmanship on my rebuild parts for my restorations. If you want the best, trust Paul s to deliver it! Ted Brito, owner, 4B Mechanical Services and RestorationsService: Engine repair

  RW Motorsports
a year ago
Paul s Rod was great to work with on getting our GM 216ci rods converted to insert bearing. Friendly to talk to on the phone and got them done in a timely manner! Definitely would recommend them to anyone that needs that type of work done!Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  Ken Tereck
a year ago
I met Russ the owner and recieved a tour of their facility. I was very impressed with the organization and it felt like a tour of a machine shop back in the 30's. They re-babbited a full set of main brg shells and connecting rods for my 1930 Pontiac 6-30-8 engine. As a certified red seal mechanic myself I feel I am able to distinguish quality work over poor workmanship. These guys do Quality work. I strongly recommend them.Service: Engine repair

  Paul Hirschler
a year ago
Howdy,Our shop has been using Russ and his team for over 20 years. There have been times when they have gotten us out of a bind but even when time was on our side the service has always been timely.The quality of their work is excellent and something we are proud to install in our engine overhauls for cars travelling nationwide.Thanks again,John VilasVilas Motor WorksService: Engine repair

  Jay Fojtik
a year ago
I needed some old engine connecting rods from a 1944 John Deere B re-babbitted. Found this company on the internet and set up the work. Sent them my rods and they fixed them up. They worked great and the turnaround time was good. Not very many places do this type work, but these folks are top notch!

  Doug Hull
a year ago
We needed the bearings re-babbitted on a 1928 Chevy Roadster 4 cylinder. This is very difficult to do and very few people do it, because its 'old school' work. We sent the bearings to Paul's and Russ took care of them for us in a very short window of time. We will definitely use this business again.Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  Virginia James
a year ago
Restoring a 1927 Studebaker, needed the bearings babbitted; Pauls Rod & Bearing did a fantastic job for us. And, located a much needed camshaft too. Customer service A+, very knowledgeable; without folks like Russ, vintage restorations are impossible!Services: Engine repair, Motor buildingServices: Engine repair, Motor building

  Rob Miller
a year ago
Pauls Rod and Bearing has poured rod bearings and main caps for my dad and myself with great results. Price and quality are superior and turn around time was good. We recommend highly.Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  Kurt Schultz
a year ago
Russ and crew rebabbitt rod bearing and main bearing inserts for a 22-45 Eagle tractor for me. Russ was very thorough on every step. Called me twice to make sure he had the right diameter of the crankshaft journals. Very happy with completed babbitting on all rod & main inserts Russ was very easy to talk with would recommend Paul's Rod and Bearing to everybody. Kurt S.Service: Engine repair

  Cole Charydczak
a year ago
It was my first time completely rebuilding the engine in a 1940 john deere model A, I sent my rods and mains out to get rebabbited by pauls rod and bearing and I couldn't be happier. They really helped me out. I gave them my machined rods and mains numbers and they quickly got them poured and sent back to me. They looked spectacular. I had trouble shimming my mains and they helped me through it. With their help I was able to get my tractors engine to better than new condition and ready for the next 80 years.

  leslie harris
a year ago
I needed a rod bearing that Russ resurfaced to the measurements I sent him for a 1940 Studebaker . He went above what I excepted due to the fact it was just one piece which meant a lot of jig and machine work that takes more time than most people do not realize. When I installed it the clearance was perfect. Thanks Russ for going the extra mile for me.Service: Engine repair

  Alicia Chambers
a year ago
I have had Paul's do babitt work on connecting rods twice. He did a great job in a timely manor and reasonable cost. This was on a motor that neither I nor he had specifications, but he had enough experience to do the job correctly. It was on a 1923 Midwest Engine that is in a Hale fire truck.

  Paul Hirschler
a year ago
We have used their services for a number of years.Quality products, superb customer service.We recently had a problem with a Model "A" connecting rod. They shipped a replacement rod within two days.Cannot say enough about their service.

  boreblock
a year ago
I send my babbitt work to Paul's, their work is excellent. The material is of great quality and it STAYS IN PLACE after the job is done. Russ was also very accommodating on my last job.Sgarzi's Machine WorksService: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  Dustin Smith
a year ago
They did a great job applying babbitt for a custom repair on a large rod end for a custom remanufatured hay bailer part. Great communication and everything came back as scheduled with plenty of material for us to finish machining. I do mostly industrial work and when I have another application they will definitely be my go to for the work.

  Douglas Poole
a year ago
For 15 years Russ has provided industrial bearing repairs for power generation equipment owned and operated by Independence Power & Light. From coal mills to combustion turbines, Paul s Rod and Bearing has exceeded OEM reliability, availability, at an affordable cost to the citizens.Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  andrew withrow
a year ago
I took rod's out of 1923 20-40 Rumely Oil Pull to Russ to get re-babbitted. They were very large rods. Russ did an Excellent job on them! If I need babbitt work done, this is the place I will go.Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  Jim Lux
a year ago
I had a Model A Ford engine babbitt replaced and was very impressed with the professionalism at Paul s. The job was completed in a timely manner and it was a perfect job. Very interesting experience.

  R. Lee Harman, MD, FACS
a year ago
Very professional and attentive to detail. New babbitt bearings for my 1928 Chrysler Model 72 were well done timely produced and on budget.5 stars.Service: Motor buildingService: Motor building

  Jennifer Lilleker
a year ago
We have used Paul's Rod for years! They are reliable, quick and easy to work with. Their products are industry best. We recommend them to everyone who needs rods rebabbitted!Services: Engine repair, Motor buildingServices: Engine repair, Motor building

  David Gillespie
a year ago
Not many shops do babbit bearings. Pauls did a great job on my 1930 LaSalle, replacing all the babbit bearings. They made it easy handling shipping both ways and the bearings went in with minimal adjustment. Great shop to do business with.Service: Motor buildingService: Motor building

  MIKE MCDANIEL
a year ago
Have used Paul's service numerous times and have been very pleased with results. Setup time is costly, so having no flaws in the babbitt work is critical. We have never had a problem with their work.Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  Philip Nauman
a year ago
I had an engine re-babbitted from a 1929 Ford AA truck. The services provided were in a timely manner and looked good when returned. Any questions and they would answer them. I would recommend to anybody.Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair

  Joe Kula
a year ago
I had rods rebuilt for antique 2 cyl JD tractor. Great communication and turn around time. Will use again if another project arrives.Service: Auto engine tuningService: Auto engine tuning

  Michael Thomas
a year ago
Great job and great service! Quick and spot on specs for my job. Keeps my old Model T running, and we do lots of touring with it. Thanks Russ!Service: Motor buildingService: Motor building