Blackfoot, Idaho's Trusted Engine Builders

Your Engine Deserves
an Engineer Who Cares

From strip-proven race builds to daily-driver reliability, every piston, bearing, and bolt is torqued with the same obsessive attention to detail — because your vehicle deserves nothing less.

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20+
Years Building Engines
1,000+
Engines Completed
100%
Precision Guaranteed
What We Do

Precision Engine Work,
Done Right

Every build starts with a conversation — about your goals, your vehicle, and what it needs to perform at its best.

01

Custom Race Engine Building

From bracket racers to Pro Mod monsters — we design, assemble, and test race engines built to survive the strip and deliver consistent power lap after lap.

02

Street & Performance Builds

Want more horsepower without sacrificing reliability? We build street-friendly performance engines that look good, sound great, and drive every day.

03

Dyno Tuning & Testing

Our dynamometer sessions ensure every engine delivers the power it promises — with precise tuning, real data, and zero guesswork.

04

Engine Diagnostics

Noisy valvetrain? Burning oil? Losing power? We diagnose engine problems accurately and recommend the right fix — not the expensive one.

05

Auto Repair & Maintenance

Beyond engines, we handle general auto repair — brakes, suspensions, tune-ups, and everything that keeps your vehicle running safely on the road.

06

Restoration & Rebuilds

Classic car? Vintage truck? We restore and rebuild original engines to factory specs or upgrade them with modern parts for better performance and reliability.

Engine builder working on a performance engine in the shop
Since
2000s
About Us

Built on Passion,
Proven by Performance

Robert Wright Racing Engine's wasn't founded in a boardroom — it was born at a workbench, with grease on your hands and a dream to build something that truly performs. What started as a passion for race engines has grown into one of the most trusted engine-building shops in Eastern Idaho.

We don't cut corners. Every build goes through meticulous assembly, careful break-in, and thorough testing before it leaves our bay. Whether you're building a weekend drag car or keeping your daily driver on the road, we treat every engine like it's our own.

Hand-assembled with precision tools
Quality parts from trusted suppliers
Honest advice — no upselling
Locally owned & operated in Blackfoot
Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

Don't take our word for it — hear from the people who trust us with their engines.

"Robert built a 427 for my street rod and the thing runs perfect. He took the time to explain everything and the engine sounds incredible. Best engine shop in the area, hands down."

M
Mike R.
Pocatello, ID

"I brought my truck in for a complete engine rebuild and couldn't be happier with the results. Fair pricing, great communication throughout, and the truck drives better than ever. Highly recommend!"

S
Sarah T.
Blackfoot, ID

"Robert is the real deal. I've been bringing my race cars to him for years and every single build has been flawless. He knows engines inside and out — and he's genuinely passionate about what he does."

J
Jake D.
Boise, ID
Get In Touch

Let's Build
Something Great

Have a project in mind or need an engine repair? Give us a call, send an email, or stop by the shop. We'd love to hear what you're working on.

Visit Us
460 N 1500 W, Blackfoot, ID 83221-5030
Call Us
(208) 681-3625

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