I have a 327 in my 58 2-ton. Supposedly those were a well rounded engine. Good balance of power and economy.

I guess it depends on what you want from your truck.

With the info you provided above, I am assuming the engine it came with is a V-8. 327 is bigger and newer than original but, a good running newer 350 may make more power and get better mileage (depending on build).


Mike
1955 Chevy 6400 ex-flatbed (no bed now!) sold September 2023
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1958 Chevy 6400 flatbed W/dump
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1959 Chevy Suburban Owned for almost 20 years, Daily Driver -- sold May 2016
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