That machine shop is just ill mannered. Find one willing to work with you. He can make his point without being rude and in doing so, have a good relationship with you as a customer now and in the future. Sure, you're a beginner but that's where we all start. However...like a poker game you need to have money to play. Not nickles but lots of dollars. That said, pound for pound, crate motors are an excellent value. You get alot for a reasonable price, no headaches like the ones you are about to have, and it's delivered to your door. Another country heard from...