Licensed and insured

About South Shop Auto Machine LLC

Serving Engine Projects Since 2014

South Shop Auto Machine LLC has been in business since 2014. Over the years, we have developed our service range around the needs of customers looking for specialized engine machining and rebuilding capabilities.


Our work is project based. An engine or component comes to us with a specific condition, application, and goal. Some customers need machining performed as part of a rebuild. Others are working on custom engines where the components need to be prepared for a particular combination. We also work with race engines, high performance engines, diesel applications, cylinder heads, engine blocks, and damaged engine components.



Rather than treating every project the same way, we consider what the customer is working with and what needs to be accomplished. This approach allows us to support many different types of automotive and diesel engine projects from one machine shop.


We serve customers throughout Waxhaw and within approximately a 60 mile radius, making our shop a resource for engine work across the surrounding region.

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AUTO + DIESEL

Engine Services

60 MI

Service Area

2014

In Business Since

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A Partnership Operated Automotive Machine Shop

South Shop Auto Machine LLC is partnership operated rather than being a large corporate chain. Our structure keeps us connected to the work taking place in our shop and to the customers bringing us their projects.


For engine work, communication matters. Customers may have questions about a component, the condition of an engine, or which machining services are relevant to the project they are planning. We want customers to be able to explain what they are building and what they need so we can understand the scope of the job.



Being partnership operated also reflects the hands on nature of our business. We are focused on engine machining, rebuilding, and component services rather than trying to be everything to every vehicle owner.


Our specialty is the engine work that requires machine shop capabilities, technical attention, and an understanding of how individual components contribute to the overall project.

Broad Engine Machining and Rebuilding Capabilities

One of the strengths of South Shop Auto Machine LLC is the range of engine services we provide. Customers can come to us for individual machining operations or discuss a larger engine project requiring several types of work.


Our services include Custom Engine Building, Race Engine Building, High Performance Engine Building, Engine Rebuilding, Diesel Engine Machining & Rebuilding, Cylinder Head Machining & Repair, Engine Block Machining, Engine Boring & Honing, Engine Sleeving & Block Repair, Engine Decking & Resurfacing, Aluminum Welding & Engine Component Repair, and Cars, Trucks & Diesel Engine Services.


Having this range of capabilities allows us to serve customers with very different engine needs. A daily driven car may require engine rebuilding or cylinder head work. A truck or diesel engine may need specialized machining. A race or performance project may involve several machining processes as part of a larger build.



Whatever the application, our focus remains on completing the work required for the individual project.

Custom, Race, and High Performance Engine Projects

Not every engine is being prepared for standard use. We provide Custom Engine Building, Race Engine Building, and High Performance Engine Building for customers pursuing more specialized applications.


These projects can require careful planning because the intended use of the engine affects the build. Components, machining requirements, and preparation must work together as part of the overall engine combination.


Our machining capabilities allow us to support these projects through services such as Engine Block Machining, Engine Boring & Honing, Cylinder Head Machining & Repair, and Engine Decking & Resurfacing.


We encourage customers with custom or performance projects to tell us what they are building and what they want to accomplish. Understanding the intended application helps establish the scope of the work and allows us to provide a quote for the services involved.

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Our work is not limited to one category of engine. We provide Cars, Trucks & Diesel Engine Services and work on a range of automotive and diesel applications.



Diesel engines can require specialized machining and rebuilding work, which is why Diesel Engine Machining & Rebuilding is an important part of our service offering. We also handle engine blocks and cylinder heads, including the machining and repair processes that may be required during a rebuild.


When a block requires cylinder preparation, we provide Engine Boring & Honing. When cylinder damage or wear requires a different repair approach, we offer Engine Sleeving & Block Repair. Engine Decking & Resurfacing is available for projects requiring proper surface preparation.


For damaged components, we also provide Aluminum Welding & Engine Component Repair. The appropriate repair depends on the component and the extent of the damage, so we evaluate projects individually rather than assuming every part requires the same solution.

Automotive and Diesel Engine Expertise

Customers choose an engine machine shop because they need specialized work that goes beyond general automotive service. At South Shop Auto Machine LLC, we combine years in business with a broad range of machining, rebuilding, performance, diesel, and component repair capabilities.


We have served our community since 2014, and we remain a partnership operated company. We are licensed and insured, and we work with cars, trucks, and diesel engines.



Our broad service range also makes it easier for customers to discuss several aspects of an engine project with one shop. From Cylinder Head Machining & Repair and Engine Block Machining to complete Engine Rebuilding and Custom Engine Building, our services are centered on the engine and the precision work it requires.


Most importantly, we understand that these are not one size fits all projects. The work should be based on the engine, its condition, and what the customer intends to accomplish.

Why Customers Choose South Shop Auto Machine LLC

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long has South Shop Auto Machine LLC been in business?

    We have been in business since 2014, providing automotive and diesel engine machining, rebuilding, and related services from Waxhaw, North Carolina.

  • Is South Shop Auto Machine LLC licensed and insured?

    Yes. We are a licensed and insured engine machining and rebuilding business.

  • Is your business independently operated?

    Yes. South Shop Auto Machine LLC is partnership operated. We are not a large corporate automotive chain.

  • What types of engines do you work with?

    We provide services for cars, trucks, and diesel engines. We also work on custom, race, and high performance engine projects.

  • What machining services do you offer?

    Our capabilities include Cylinder Head Machining & Repair, Engine Block Machining, Engine Boring & Honing, Engine Sleeving & Block Repair, Engine Decking & Resurfacing, and Aluminum Welding & Engine Component Repair, along with engine building and rebuilding services.

  • Where are you located?

    Our shop is located at 5621 Nesbit Rd, Waxhaw, NC 28173. We serve customers within approximately a 60 mile radius.

  • What are your business hours?

    We are open from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday and from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Friday. We are closed Saturday and Sunday.

Request a Free Quote

If you have an engine or component that needs professional machining, rebuilding, or repair, tell us about your project. We can discuss the engine, application, work required, and the services that may be appropriate for your needs.


Request a Free Quote through our contact form, call South Shop Auto Machine LLC at (704) 242-2211, or email us at steven.workman5621@yahoo.com. Our shop is located at 5621 Nesbit Rd in Waxhaw, NC. Whether you need Engine Rebuilding, Diesel Engine Machining & Rebuilding, cylinder head work, block machining, aluminum repair, or support for a custom, race, or high performance engine project, we are ready to learn more about the work you need.