Originally Posted by vroooom ptssssh

There is always that risk when using machine shops unless you know their worth from previous work. I know all too well machine shops that are good are few and far between, which Is why I travel a 40 mile round trip to mine when I could use a couple that are a stones throw away!

I assumed as they were doing his engine, he knew they were ok, and as they suggested balancing the crank they may have an idea what they are doing...but we can only speculate

The crank may be balanced, but is it still in balance with the flywheel/clutch etc as they've probably been off since the manufacturors done it, if they done the whole assembley rather than just the crank...

I wouldn't bother if your not going to do it right and balance it all. But on the other hand, you'll probably never notice it balanced or unbalanced! *edit* Unless you're RWD_Cossie_Will (joke!)