Our Story

Where passion meets precision, and every engine tells a tale

Dreadforge team at work

The Crew Behind the Wrenches

We're not your typical button-up, corporate shop. We're grease-under-the-nails folks who genuinely get excited when a stubborn carb finally cooperates or when that timing chain clicks into place like butter.

Engine restoration work

Every car that rolls through our bay has a story, and we treat 'em with the respect they deserve. Whether it's a '67 Mustang needing some TLC or a tuner build pushing 600hp, we're all in.

Our workshop

How We Got Here

2019

The Beginning

Started in a cramped single-bay garage with nothing but a dream, a toolbox, and way too much coffee. Back then it was just me and my buddy working weekends on anything that'd roll through the door. We didn't have fancy equipment - hell, we were improvising half the time - but we had heart and we knew engines inside out.

2020

Word Got Around

Turns out honest work and not treating customers like walking wallets actually matters. People started telling their friends, and suddenly we had a lineup. Added two more bays and brought on Marcus, who's an absolute wizard with ECU tuning. That guy can make a stock engine sing like you wouldn't believe.

2021

Going Deep on Classics

Got our hands on a '69 Camaro restoration project that was in rough shape - we're talking barn-find rough. Spent eight months bringing her back to life, documented the whole thing. That project really put us on the map for classic restorations. Now we've got vintage rides coming in from all over BC.

2022

The Big Move

Finally moved into our current spot on Industrial Way. Six full bays, proper dyno setup, and enough space to actually breathe. Brought on Sarah for diagnostics - she's got this uncanny ability to track down electrical gremlins that'd make other techs quit. Also invested in some serious fabrication equipment for custom exhaust work.

2023

Performance Focus

Started getting serious about the tuner scene. Built a few competition-level rides that actually placed at regional events. Nothing says "we know what we're doing" like a car you built crossing the finish line first. The performance side of the business just exploded after that.

2024

Expanding the Family

Added transmission rebuilds to our roster and brought Jake on board. Dude's been doing trans work for 20+ years and honestly forgot more about torque converters than most people ever learn. Also started our preventative maintenance program 'cause honestly, we'd rather keep cars running than constantly fixing 'em.

2025

Today & Tomorrow

Still the same crew that started this journey, just with better tools and way more experience under our belts. We've worked on everything from bone-stock daily drivers to full race builds. Every day's different, every car's a new puzzle, and we wouldn't have it any other way. The plan? Keep doing what we love, keep learning, and keep building relationships with folks who trust us with their pride and joy.

What We Stand For

No BS, just straight talk and solid work

Honesty First

We'll tell you what you actually need, not what'll pad our invoice. If your car doesn't need it, we won't sell it to you. Simple as that.

Craftsmanship Matters

Half-assed work isn't in our vocabulary. Every bolt gets torqued to spec, every wire gets routed properly. We take pride in the details 'cause that's what separates good from great.

Relationships Over Transactions

We're not here for one-and-done deals. We want you coming back because you trust us, not because you have to. Most of our clients have been with us for years.

Ready to Work Together?

Whether you need a routine oil change or a full engine build, we're here for it. Drop by, give us a call, or shoot us an email. We actually answer our phones, imagine that.