Community Build Update: Parts Are In, Math Is Done, Momentum Is Real

The LS 6.2 Community Build is officially moving from planning to precision.

All components for the short-block are now in house, inspected, and accounted for — and that’s when the real work begins.

At Owens Racing Engines, we don’t rush builds. We measure, calculate, verify, and document every step — and this community build is no exception.

Bob Weights Calculated & Ready for Balancing

With the rotating assembly finalized, Chris has calculated the bob weights required to properly balance the crankshaft for this exact combination.

That calculation isn’t a guess — and it isn’t a shortcut.
It’s based on:

This ensures the crankshaft is balanced for this engine, not for a generic setup.

While we don’t publish specific bob-weight numbers, every calculation and result is fully documented and becomes part of the permanent build record.

Why This Matters (Even If You’re Just Following Along)

Balancing is one of the most critical steps in a short-block build. It directly impacts:

This is why the final sponsor won’t just receive a short-block — they’ll receive a proper foundation for a complete engine build.

A Quarter of the Sponsorship Squares Are Already Filled

We’re excited to share that 25% of the Community Sponsorship Squares are already spoken for.

That tells us a lot.

People are watching.
People are learning.
And people want to be part of something real.

This isn’t hype or a highlight reel — it’s a professional LS 6.2 short-block build unfolding in real time, documented step by step, exactly the way engines are built in our shop every day.

The momentum is building — both in the shop and within the community supporting this project.

What the Final Sponsor Takes Home

The sponsor selected to receive the LS 6.2 short-block will take delivery of:

✔️ A meticulously machined LS 6.2 block
✔️ A professionally assembled short-block
✔️ A complete build sheet documenting all critical measurements and specs
✔️ A rock-solid foundation ready to become a finished engine

This is the same level of care and documentation our paying engine customers receive — because this is a real engine build.

Follow the Build in Real Time

This LS 6.2 Community Build is being documented from start to finish, with progress shared as the work happens.

As the short-block comes together, we’re sharing:

The Community Build page on our website is the main hub where everything lives, including updates, photos, videos, and sponsorship information.

Build videos and progress clips are also shared across our social platforms. Not every update hits every platform, so following or subscribing helps ensure you don’t miss key milestones as the build progresses.

Whether you’ve sponsored a square or you’re simply curious how a professionally built short-block comes together, this build is open, transparent, and available for everyone to watch.

A Thank-You for Following Along

As the Community Build continues, we want to recognize everyone who’s been following the build, asking questions, sharing updates, and engaging with the process.

Along the way, we’ll be doing occasional appreciation drawings as a thank-you to the community supporting this project, including merchandise items that will be announced as the build progresses.

How to Be Eligible

To be included in an appreciation drawing:

No purchase is required. This is simply our way of saying thank you to the people helping bring this community build to life.

Details and winners will be announced on our website and across our social channels as drawings take place.