The Short Track Specialists – Dirt or Asphalt
Count on Baker Engineering for the latest in racing engines like:
- 9:1 Compression Engines
- GM 604 Engines
- Ford 347 Engines
- Southern Super Parts Engines
- Open Rule / Outlaw Engines
- Crate Engine Rebuilds (certified rebuilder)
Chevy, Ford or Mopar. Small block or big block. Complete engines, freshens, or machine work. We have the winning combination. BE also offers everything you need in an engine partner: Years of experience, quick turnaround (even during the season), plus engine and chassis dynos on site.
At Baker Engineering, continuous engine development means that you get the best engine possible customized to your rules, driving style, and budget. Dirt and Asphalt circle track teams around the country rely on Baker Engineered Racing Engines. From ultra lightweight combinations to to decked-out short decks, BE delivers all the horsepower and reliability you need.

Give us your track specs, your horsepower requirements, and your budget and we’ll design an engine combination that will power you through the season, race after race.

Dirt or asphalt, Baker engines find their way to circle tracks all over the country in series like CRA, ARCA, Main Event, Great Lakes Late Model Series, Super Late Models, Modifieds and Super Stocks.
Baker is also a certified S.E.A.L. engine rebuilder and can rebuild crate engines for circle track racers!
Better yet, you can count on Baker Engineering for fast and accurate engine quotes with a commitment to keep you on the track all season long. Mid-season freshens or after crash rebuilds are handled as top priority during racing season. We know the season is short, so our staff makes every effort to turn around your job in a week or less, so you won’t miss a single race!
To put Baker on your team, call (616) 837-8975.
Contingency Program
Baker Engineering rewards our winners! Every time you capture the checkered flag, you earn $$! Simply send in a photo (mail or email) of your race car in the Winners Circle, with a Baker Engineered Racing Engines sticker displayed somewhere on the race car, and we will issue you shop credit at Baker Engineering. Win your Points Championship, and we'll give you even more. The credit can be used toward engine services next time you need it. This applies to all classes.
No matter where you race or what you race, when you win a feature, let us know!
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Nationwide/Craftsman Truck Series: $2,500 per win & $10,000 Points Championship
CRA Super Series: $500 per win & $2,000 Points Championship
Late Model Dirt/Asphalt: $250 per win & $600 Points Championship
Superstock/LTD Late: $100 per win & $600 Points Championship
Modified Dirt/Asphalt: $50 per win & $300 Points Championship
Sportsman/Streets Stock Dirt/Asphalt: $25 per win & $200 Points Championship
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To claim contingency winnings:
- Submit proof of win
- Include photograph of the car
- Car must feature Baker decal
- Nationwide, Craftsman Truck Series, Iceman, Hooters Pro Cup, CRA Super Series, Late Model, Modified, Sportsman and Superstock levels must have complete engine by Baker
- Street Stock requires only major machining be completed by Baker
- Winnings paid as “credit” at Baker Engineering
Join the many other winning teams with a Baker Engineered Racing Engine!

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Check This Out!
The latest monster powered drag car featuring a Baker designed Twin Turbo LSX engine dyno'd at 2000Hp! West Michigan got it's first glimpse at the engine and the car in 2011 with the car making several successful passes at Michigan tracks. 2012 has great things in store for this monster!
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Engine Specs:
- 438 in LSX
- Twin 88 mm Garrett Turbos
- Trick Flow Heads
- GM Performance LSX Block
- Big Stuff 3 Engine Management
- BE designed Turbo Cam
- Jessel Pro Series Rockers
- Pro/Cam Dry Sump Oil System
- e98 ethanol fuel
Car Specs:
- 63' Impalla Pro-Mod drag car
- BE designed twin turbo 438ci LSX
- Pro/Cam fabricated fuel and oil tanks
Low 6’s at 220 mph for the ¼ mile?
Baker can build or rebuild your engine to get you down the track faster. Drag racers count on BE to provide complete custom drag motors, or machine work and parts for the hands-on racer. From high horsepower dragsters to weekend specials, BE has is redefining fast track. Give us your goals, your budget and your vehicle. BE will power it up.
You’ll find Baker powered dragsters at a variety of tracks including US31 Dragway, Milan, Martin and more.
Machining, assembly and testing of drag race engines is performed in house at BE. On-site chassis dyno testing gives customers a chance to test off-season.
Plus BE has the staff and equipment to deliver quality engine in a short time. With engineers, machinists, assemblers and dyno technicians, Baker Engineering is prepared to meet your schedule demands for complete engines, freshens or machine work.
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2011 Camaro SS tuned to 452 rwhp with stock drive-ability. Upgraded with long tube headers, cold air intake and custom BE camshaft with matching valve springs. |
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2006 Silverado on 35's w/ 20" wheels. stock 5.3l long block, single Bullseye power 468@ 19psi. 4l80e trans. Tuned to 681rwhp, 712rwtq. |
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Chris' 2003 Silverado SS BE built boost ready long block, 8.5:1, 646rwhp / 646rwtq Officially the fastest SS in the country! |
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Nick's 2000 Silverado 6.0L, lQ-9, with MS3 cam. 237/242, 603/609 |
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Dave's 2005 GTO, custom single turbo system. 735 rwHp. |




Baker Engineering offers performance marine engine services. From stock Mercury power upgrades to custom 1400 Hp blower engines for pleasure/poker run powerhouses, BE can make it happen.
BE offers complete custom engines, or can rebuild / repower existing engines. For other custom marine services like rigging, instrumentation and more (visit www.ckmotorsports.net for details).
Custom Engines
In-house design, performance machining, assembly and testing assures customers a reliable engine package no matter what the horsepower. Fast turnaround keeps you on the water.
Baker Engines powered SuperCat APBA World Kilo Record Holders two years in a row!
Rebuild / Repower / EFI Tuning
Superchargers. Electronic Fuel Injection. Custom Exhaust systems. Baker Engineering is your source for marine superchargers and fuel injection systems. BE also tunes electronic EFI systems for improved drivability, improved idling, docking, etc.
Mercury Engine Upgrade Packages
Merc 415 EFI Upgrade to 500HP
From $4,900.00 per engine*
502 cu. in. featuring:

Cylinder Heads - Magnaflux, resurface, bead blast, port and polish, competition valve grind
Valves - New larger Ferrea stainless intake and exhaust valves installed
Valve Train - New Baker Engineering designed custom hydraulic roller cam with matching lifters, valve springs and retainers
Rocker Arms - New Crane rockers with high-tech with one piece pushrods
Intake Manifold - Port and polish
Other New Parts - ARP rocker studs and head bolts; Fel Pro performance head and intake gaskets, and a GM timing chain set
Assembly - Engine reassembled and ready for installation
Computer - Recalibrate
* assumes good short block to start
MERC 500 Upgrade to 625HP
MERC 500 UPGRADE TO 625 Hp
From $13,400.00 per engine
540 cu.in featuring:
Block Work - Magnaflux, and rebore cylinders with torque plate and clearance for stroker crankshaft
Cylinder Heads - New Dart Pro I, resurface, CC, port and polish, competition valve grind
Intake Manifold - Port and polish
Rotating Assembly - Balanced
Valves - New Ferrea stainless steel intake and inconel exhaust valves
Crankshaft - New 4340 forged 4.250" stroker crankshaft
Valve Train - Baker Engineering designed custom hydraulic roller cam with matching lifters, valve springs and retainers
Connecting Rods - 4340 H Beam forged rods
Pistons - New JE forged pistons with wrist pins and ring set
Intake Manifold - Port and polish
Rocker Arms - New Comp Cams high-tech stainless steel rocker arms with one piece pushrods
Other new parts - Clevitte cam, main and rod bearings; spring cups by Comp Cams; ARP rocker studs; head bolts; Cloyes timing chain set; Melling high volume oil pump; Fel Pro performance gaskets; Mercury distributor cap and rotor; ARP head bolts; and more.
Throttle Body - New high flow with calibrated injection nozzles and fuel pressure regulator
WINNERS CIRCLE
BERLIN RACEWAY TRACK CHAMPIONS 2016
Super Late Model Champ: Terry VanHaitsma (RacingAwareness.com)
Modifieds Track Champion: Dave Lake (RacingAwareness.com)
BERLIN RACEWAY TRACK CHAMPION 2015
Modified Track Champ: Ben Welch (RacingAwareness.com)
MERRITT SPEEDWAY TRACK CHAMPION 2015
UPM Dirt Late Model Track Champ: Rich Neiser
BERLIN RACEWAY TRACK CHAMPION 2014
Outlaw Late Model Track Champ: Terry Senneker
Super Late Model Track Champion: Tom Thomas
MERRITT SPEEDWAY TRACK CHAMPION 2014
UPM Dirt Late Model Track Champ: Rich Neiser