Alec's Automotive

Customer Ride: Nathan’s wicked step van with an #alecsmachineshop rebuilt six. 17 rally wheels, open top . New shop delivery truck @k.bo ?? #dearsanta #yesplease #stepvan #icecreamtruck #lowrider #grumman @ Burnaby, British Columbia

Its sad to see our old location finally has been torn down . 71 years in business, operating on the corner of 23rd and Fraser street. I couldn’t help but get choked up as I stood there looking at the pile of rubble, all of the debris recognizable to me from spending so much of my life inside those four walls. Thank you 3891 Fraser Street for all of the blood, sweat and tears. Thank you for all the memories and friendships made. Thank you for being the paving stone for the future of Alec’s Machine Shop here in Burnaby! #forevereastvan #alecsautomotive #alecsmachineshop #thebordenfamilylegacy @ Vancouver, British Columbia

What do you think of this color combination? #crate engine #canadiancrateengines #SBC #67impala

Couple of Fords about to go out. They were too pretty not to snap a few photos #408stroker #331stroker #302 #302ford #crateengine #canadiancrateengines #mustang #ford @ Burnaby, British Columbia

Do you guys rebuild engines? Time to start prepping all these cores and putting them through the remanufacturing process for next spring #enginemachining #enginemachineshop #alecsmachineshop #smallblock #smallblockchevy #sbc #engine #350 #chevrolet #canadiancrateengines

What do you think of this color combination? #crate engine #canadiancrateengines #SBC #67impala

Couple of Fords about to go out. They were too pretty not to snap a few photos #408stroker #331stroker #302 #302ford #crateengine #canadiancrateengines #mustang #ford @ Burnaby, British Columbia

Do you guys rebuild engines? Time to start prepping all these cores and putting them through the remanufacturing process for next spring #enginemachining #enginemachineshop #alecsmachineshop #smallblock #smallblockchevy #sbc #engine #350 #chevrolet #canadiancrateengines

We shut the shop down for the day and went up to the Sunshine Coast to surprise Dad with a 383 Stroker for his 60’ Impala. What a day! Thanks @builds.by.jeff for getting this engine together in short notice 427hp/472tq @canadiancrateengines #loveyoudad #1960impala #383stroker #sbc #horsepower #birthdayboydidntknow @ Pender Harbour, British Columbia

We are looking to add another member to the team! This is a front end office position. Duties include sales administration, shipping and receiving, parts ordering and general office assistance. Automotive experience is considered an asset, but not a requirement. The ability to anticipate needs and organizational skills are a must! DM or email me if you or someone you know may be interested.

Alec’s Machine Shop Ltd is looking to add two new people to the team! The first position is an entry level position with no experience required. The only prerequisites are a valid drivers license, a positive attitude and a passion for the automotive industry. Duties include delivery driving, engine tear down, parts cleaning and assisting in the cylinder head department. Starting wage is $16/hr with plenty of opportunity to advance. The second position is for an experienced engine machinist. Please contact me with your relevant work experience. All inquiries can be made to [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you and hopefully welcoming you to the team!

It’s been a while since I’ve posted anything...things are super busy here at the shop. Here’s a little #failurefriday from the last few days. #pistonbroke #wreckedemdamnnearkilledem #enginefailure #chevy #ford @ Burnaby, British Columbia

1000HP Honda Ridgeline A pair of stage 1 crate engines off to the dyno . #canadaincrateengines #alecsmachineshop #canadian #built #horsepower #sbc #chevy #berlinetta #camaro @ Burnaby, British Columbia

Alec’s Machine Shop Ltd is looking to add two new people to the team! The first position is an entry level position with no experience required. The only prerequisites are a valid drivers license, a positive attitude and a passion for the automotive industry. Duties include delivery driving, engine tear down, parts cleaning and assisting in the cylinder head department. Starting wage is $16/hr with plenty of opportunity to advance. The second position is for an experienced engine machinist. Please contact me with your relevant work experience. All inquiries can be made to [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you and hopefully welcoming you to the team!

Fresh batch of @eaglerods rotating assemblies. #doyouguysbuildstrokers #alecsmachineshop #383stroker #408stroker #331stroker #347stroker #enginebuild #enginebuilding

1000HP Honda Ridgeline A pair of stage 1 crate engines off to the dyno . #canadaincrateengines #alecsmachineshop #canadian #built #horsepower #sbc #chevy #berlinetta #camaro @ Burnaby, British Columbia

#blackouttuesday We must listen, learn, unlearn and do better!

Fresh batch of @eaglerods rotating assemblies. #doyouguysbuildstrokers #alecsmachineshop #383stroker #408stroker #331stroker #347stroker #enginebuild #enginebuilding

#blackouttuesday We must listen, learn, unlearn and do better!

Remember these 1919 Pierce Arrow cylinders? After testing they were found to have cracks in the cylinders right through into the seats. They were baked, blasted, stiched, sleeved, hardened seats installed, custom guides installed and resurfaced. Can’t wait to see this engine back together and running. #alecsmachineshop #vintage #engine #machining #enginebuild #enginemachining #piercearrow @ Burnaby, British Columbia

Man this thing is bad ass! Stage 4 383 Stroker with a dual fuel injected tunnel ram! Can’t wait to see this beast poking out of the hood of John’s 70’ C-10 @ Burnaby, British Columbia

This 65 Mustang is the newest addition to the Alec’s family.

This 58’ Caddy has seen better days . #mangledmonday This 365ci Cadillac engine is actually out of an 18’ boat that someone built using all of the cool parts off of the Caddy...the fins, tail lights, steering wheel and dash. I can’t wait to see this thing back up and running in the water #Cadillac #caddy #engine #365cadillac #58caddy @ Burnaby, British Columbia

These Chrysler/Jeep 3.7 and 4.7 cylinder heads are prone to having the intake valve seats fall out due to an improper interference fit from the factory. We remove the factory seats, cut new counter bores, press in new seats with the appropriate amount of crush to prevent catastrophic engine failure from happening in the future! #enginemachining #engine #machineshop #dodge #jeep #chrysler #cylinderhead #alecsmachineshop @ Burnaby, British Columbia

New grill #quarantineshoptime #1967camaro #troublelightbeauty #chevycamaro #383stroker #cratemotor #crateengine #canadiancrateengines #stroker #chevy #sbc #alecsmachineshop

Found the cause of the blow by. This RB26 has some serious detonation issues. To do list: rebuild bottom end, pull more timing on the next tune #nissanskyline #gtr #rb26 #rb26dett #turbo #twinturbo #enginefailure #detonation #enginerebuild

Any Oldsmobile fans out there??? Paul’s 69’ Olds 442 is about to get some added horsepower! #olds442 #oldsmobile #engine #cutlass #olds350 #cutlass442 #cutlasssupreme #alecsmachineshop

Alec’s Machine Shop is looking to fill two positions!!! First position available is our starting role of shop assistant. Duties involved would be delivery driving, engine tear down, cylinder head pressure testing, flywheel machining, etc. A valid drivers license and a positive attitude are the only requirements. Second position is for an experienced engine machinist. If you have any previous engine experience please give us a call 604-876-7111 We look forward to hearing from you and possibly having you join our team!

Here we grow again! Alec’s Machine Shop is looking to fill 2 positions. Entry level shop assistant: Looking for an enthusiastic, energetic person interested in engine machining and the automotive industry. Must have a valid drivers license. No experience needed. Duties include delivery driving, engine tear down, assisting the cylinder head department, and general shop assistance. Starting wage of $15 pe...r hour. Cylinder head technician: looking for someone with previous engine machining experience for our cylinder head department. Journeyman wages. If you have any previous engine machining experience of any kind please give us a call. 604-876-7111 We have a fun and positive work environment here at our shop and are looking for people who are upbeat and have a passion for the automotive industry to join our team! See more

Checking the combustion chamber volume of these CNC ported Cathedral port heads. #6point0 #ls #lsx #lq9 #ls3 #ls1 #ls2 #enginebuild #alecsmachineshop @ Burnaby, British Columbia

Getting some shots of my own while the pro @brendanmegannety does his thing. #marineseason #boatengines #alecsmachineshop #photoshoot