Chris Coon Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 I am attempting to repair a rod knock in a 37 Hotchkiss 6 cyl. (French). The rods are Babbitt, and need to be redone. I am looking for a referral, who has had success getting this done?thanks in advanceChris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldford Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Chris, You can check with Ziggy Billus in Ft. Edward, NY. He has done work for me with great results. Just be warned... He can be a bit slow... His business is called the Babbit Pot...Will I see you in Hershey?? CM18Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen_Dyneto Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Paul's Rod & Bearing has done Babbitt work for me with complete satisfaction and tens of thousands of miles of service. Parkville, MO, 816-587-4747 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Yes, 2 thumbs up for Paul's. They have done several sets of rods and mains for us. Always perfectly satisfied. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Coon Posted October 2, 2013 Author Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi Frank, I spoke w The Babbitt Pot a few years back, really nice guy, and honest about his schedule. You will absolutely see me at HersheyThanks for the contact info for Paul's, I have heard there was a shop in MO with an excellent reputation. I will give him a call tomorrow.this forum is one of my best resources thanks to all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbbuick22 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Try J and M Machine in Southboro MA.They have an excellent reputation. Web site http://www.jandm-machine.com/ JB1922 Buick model 55 Sport Touring Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herm111 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Try J and M Machine in Southboro MA.They have an excellent reputation. Web site http://www.jandm-machine.com/JB1922 Buick model 55 Sport TouringJ & M Machine would be my pick also. I have seen all the work, and they would be my pick!Herm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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