Performance Shop & Project Builds · Danville, Virginia
Built for the cars you can't leave alone. Engine and transmission swaps, turbo and forced-induction work, suspension upgrades, and staged project builds — planned honestly and built by people who build their own.
Bring us the idea before you buy the parts.
Looking for repairs, maintenance, or inspections? That's the main shop — head back here or call (434) 228-7079.
What This Is
Most of The Engine Block's day-to-day work is repair and maintenance. The Forge is the dedicated path for performance work: swap ideas, turbo plans, suspension upgrades, and project cars that need to be built in stages.
Based in Danville, Virginia, we work with enthusiasts from Pittsylvania County, across Southside Virginia, and nearby North Carolina. Project work is scheduled carefully, separate from the regular repair queue, so there is time to plan it correctly.
Start with a conversation. We'll tell you what's feasible, what should happen first, and what parts make sense before you spend money.
What We Build
Engine and transmission swaps, from familiar Honda combinations to more involved import and domestic projects. Internal engine assembly is available when a build calls for it; engine machining is not performed in-house. Talk to us before ordering parts so the platform, parts list, budget, and intended use all match.
Turbo installation, supercharger installation, and other forced-induction projects, including the supporting fuel and cooling upgrades the setup may require. We can help plan a bolt-on system or a larger staged build before parts are purchased.
Coilovers, sway bars, suspension upgrades, chassis work, and alignment setup using the shop's current plate system. The goal is a car that sits right and works for how you actually drive it.
Long-term project cars often happen in stages. We can help map the order of work, identify what should be done together, and schedule each phase around the car, budget, and end goal.
Built in The Forge
Real projects from The Engine Block, spanning Honda and Acura performance work, domestic builds, and other import platforms. Move through the project index to see the work and the different levels a build can take.
Turbo B-Series build with a built Honda setup and large turbo system.
Got something you're working on? Start a build and we'll talk through what it takes.
How It Works
Every build starts with a conversation
Fill out the form below or call the shop. Tell us about the car, the goal, and where you are in the process. We'll be honest about what's feasible — and what it'll take.
We map the scope, parts, budget, and timeline together. Bring your current parts list — or talk to us first so you can choose the right parts the first time.
Larger jobs are scheduled in advance. We'll set a realistic timeline before the car comes in rather than rush project work through the regular repair schedule.
Start a Build
The more context you give us, the better the first conversation will be. No commitment — this just gets the ball rolling. Coming from outside Danville? Start here so we can talk through the project before you make the trip.
The Forge intake is for performance upgrades, engine or transmission swaps, turbo and forced-induction work, suspension projects, internal engine assembly, and staged project vehicles. For diagnostics, repairs, inspections, or routine maintenance, return to the main service site or call (434) 228-7079.