Originally Posted by 52Carl
Look for the other set of captains bars on the driver's side to confirm that is a 261. If not, you have a 53 235 originally from a car with powerglide transmission. Not a shabby engine at all, BTW. Full pressure oil, insert rod bearings, aluminum pistons, hydraulic lifters. All you need is an 848 head from a 56 or later 235 and you have all the power that a stock truck needs.

What 261s had captain bars on the left? I have a '54 261 with only one set.

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