Company History & Facts | Fraser Engines & Transmissions — Family-Owned Michigan Engine Remanufacturer Since 1961

About Fraser Engines & Transmissions · Est. 1961

Company History & Facts: Three Generations of Michigan Engine Remanufacturing

Q: What does Fraser Engines make?

Fraser remanufactures and distributes gas and diesel engines, automatic and manual transmissions, transfer cases and differentials, plus cylinder heads, turbochargers and high-performance crate engines.

Q: Is Fraser Engines accredited?

Fraser is a PERA member, a BBB A+ accredited business and Dun & Bradstreet verified, with a 4.8-star rating across more than 9,000 Google reviews.

Fraser Engines & Transmissions is a family-owned, Michigan-based remanufacturer and distributor of engines, transmissions and transfer cases. Founded in 1961, Fraser has grown from a Detroit auto-parts store and a small garage in Fraser, Michigan into one of the most respected and trusted names in the automotive industry — known for high-quality workmanship, exceptional customer service and a commitment to excellence that now reaches customers in all 50 states.

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Classic American V8 — Fraser has been building engines since 1961 — Building engines since 1961 — three generations, one standard

1961Year founded

3Generations of family ownership

60+Years of remanufacturing experience

27Distribution locations shipping nationwide

4.8★Across 9,000+ Google reviews

100+Engine families across 8 makes

14Step remanufacturing process

5 yrUnlimited-mile warranty + No-Fault options

Our history

From a Detroit parts counter to a national remanufacturer

Fraser Engines & Transmissions’ roots go back three generations. The family business began as an auto-parts store in the heart of Detroit — the Motor City — at a time when the Big Three built most of the cars on American roads and a good parts man knew every engine by its casting number. From there the family moved into a small garage in Fraser, Michigan, where in 1961 they began rebuilding engines for local drivers, shops and fleets.

Word spread the way it does in the car business: one engine at a time. Rebuilding became remanufacturing — a controlled, repeatable factory process instead of a bench repair — and the small garage became a plant. Today Fraser is a leading provider of remanufactured engines, transmissions and transfer cases for vehicles of all types, serving customers across the United States through 27 distribution locations — while still family-owned and still built in Michigan.

Technician assembling a remanufactured engine

On the Assembly Floor

Milestones

Six decades of Fraser

1st Gen

Detroit auto-parts store

The family’s first business — an auto-parts counter in the heart of Detroit — where the Fraser tradition of knowing engines inside and out begins.

1961

Fraser, Michigan garage opens

Engine rebuilding begins in a small garage in Fraser, Michigan — the company’s namesake and the start of more than 60 years in business.

1967

Building engines by hand

Technicians assemble engines by hand on the bench — craftsmanship that still defines Fraser’s assembly floor today.

2nd Gen

From rebuilding to remanufacturing

The second generation formalizes a standardized, factory-style remanufacturing process with full teardown, machining and quality control.

3rd Gen

Engines, transmissions & transfer cases

The product line grows into a complete powertrain offering — remanufactured automatic and manual transmissions, transfer cases and differentials alongside engines.

2016

Flame-spray cylinder technology

Fraser installs flame-spray coating technology, surpassing industry benchmarks for current-model-year cylinder-bore finishes.

Today

27 locations · nationwide shipping

One of the largest remanufactured engine providers in the USA: 4.8★ across 9,000+ reviews, PERA member, BBB A+, thousands of engines in stock.

What we do

Remanufacturing, distribution and powertrain services

Fraser offers a wide range of engine remanufacturing services, including the remanufacturing of engines for cars, trucks, SUVs, vans and industrial equipment. Our experienced technicians use only the highest-quality parts and components, and every engine is thoroughly tested and inspected to ensure it meets or exceeds factory specifications.

⚙ Remanufactured engines

Gas & diesel — Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM, Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Kia, Hyundai, Subaru →

🔩 Remanufactured transmissions

Automatic & manual transmissions for domestic and import vehicles →

🔁 Transfer cases & differentials

4WD / AWD transfer cases, front & rear differentials →

🏁 High-performance & custom builds

Performance crate engines and the R&R Reman & Restore program →

🧱 Cylinder heads & turbochargers

Remanufactured heads and turbos →

🔧 Installation network

Certified installers nationwide for installation, repair and maintenance →

🏪 Wholesale & fleet

Wholesale pricing catalog and fleet programs for repair shops and commercial accounts →

🛡 Warranty & support

Claims handled directly by Fraser specialists; core pickup coordinated for you →

Engine block prepared for remanufacturing

Built from the Block Up

Quality & standards

The highest standards of workmanship and professionalism

Fraser Engines & Transmissions is committed to providing the highest-quality products and services and holds itself to the highest standards of workmanship and professionalism. We follow strict industry standards as a PERA member and, we believe, employ the best quality-control staff in the business.

14-step remanufacturing process — teardown, thermal cleaning, shot blasting, magnaflux, pressure testing, CNC machining, honing, ultrasonic cleaning, measured assembly
OEM-grade equipment — COMEC ACF200 boring / resurfacing center, CNC crankshaft grinder, Rottler honing, flame-spray cylinder technology
New wear components in every build — pistons, rings, bearings, timing components, gaskets and seals
TSB updates engineered in on Fraser Advantage™ builds so known weak points don’t come back
VIN-verified fitment on every order and a final assembly-manager inspection before crating

See the full process — The Fraser Advantage™

Credentials & recognition

Verified, accredited and reviewed

PERAProduction Engine Remanufacturers Association Member BBB A+Accredited Business 4.8 ★ Google9,000+ verified customer reviews

D&B ✓Dun & Bradstreet Verified

🇺🇸 Michigan BuiltFamily-owned · American-made

Legal name	Fraser Engine Rebuilders, Inc. — doing business as Fraser Engines & Transmissions
Founded	1961, Fraser, Michigan
Ownership	Family-owned and operated, three generations
Headquarters	Michigan, USA — remanufacturing facility and distribution
Distribution	27 distribution locations; ships to all 50 states; free shipping to commercial addresses in the continental U.S.
Products	Remanufactured gas & diesel engines, automatic & manual transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, cylinder heads, turbochargers, high-performance crate engines
Customers	Vehicle owners, repair shops, certified installers, fleets, wholesalers and commercial accounts
Industry partners	AER Manufacturing · Jasper Engines & Transmissions · Precision Engines
Warranty	3-Year / Unlimited-Mile standard; 5-Year / Unlimited-Mile + 1 Year No-Fault on Fraser Advantage™; No-Fault upgrades to 5 years
Contact	800-731-3177 (Press 1 for Sales, Mon–Fri 8AM–5PM EST) · sales@fraserengines.com · Contact page

Fraser today

The go-to choice for customers who demand the best

Fraser Engines & Transmissions is a leading provider of remanufactured engines, transmissions and transfer cases, known for its commitment to quality, professionalism and exceptional customer service. With more than 60 years of experience, a team of skilled technicians and a dedication to excellence, Fraser is the go-to choice for vehicle owners, repair shops and fleets who demand the best in engine remanufacturing and powertrain services.

Family-Owned Since 1961Michigan-Built27 Distribution LocationsShips to All 50 StatesPERA MemberBBB A+

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Find your remanufactured engine

Chrysler / Dodge / Jeep / RAM

23 remanufactured engine families →

Ford / Lincoln / Mercury

32 remanufactured engine families →

GM – Chevy / GMC / Cadillac / Buick

25 remanufactured engine families →

Honda / Acura

5 remanufactured engine families →

Kia / Hyundai

5 remanufactured engine families →

Nissan / Infiniti

6 remanufactured engine families →

Subaru

2 remanufactured engine families →

Toyota / Lexus

9 remanufactured engine families →

Frequently asked questions

About Fraser Engines & Transmissions

When was Fraser Engines founded?

Fraser Engines & Transmissions was founded in 1961 in Fraser, Michigan, and has been family-owned and operated for three generations — more than 60 years.

Where is Fraser Engines located?

Fraser is headquartered in Michigan, where its remanufacturing facility is located, and ships nationwide from 27 distribution locations. Shipping and core pickup are free to commercial addresses in the continental U.S.

Is Fraser Engines a family-owned company?

Yes. Fraser’s roots go back three generations, from an auto-parts store in Detroit to a small garage in Fraser, Michigan, and the company remains family-owned today.

What does Fraser Engines make?

Fraser remanufactures and distributes engines (gas and diesel), automatic and manual transmissions, transfer cases and differentials, plus cylinder heads, turbochargers and high-performance crate engines for domestic and import vehicles.

Does Fraser build engines in the USA?

Yes. Fraser engines are remanufactured in Michigan using a 14-step process on CNC machining, CNC crankshaft grinding, Rottler honing and flame-spray equipment, with vetted U.S. manufacturing partners for select applications.

Is Fraser Engines accredited?

Fraser is a member of the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA), a BBB A+ accredited business and Dun & Bradstreet verified, with a 4.8-star rating across more than 9,000 Google reviews.

How do I contact Fraser Engines?

Call 800-731-3177 (press 1 for Sales, Mon–Fri 8AM–5PM EST), email sales@fraserengines.com, or use the Get a Quote in Seconds form. Online ordering is open 24/7.

Since 1961

Three generations of engine builders are ready to help with yours.

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