This swap is actually very common with Chevs of your years have a couple friends that have done it. Along with the 235 they used a 1938 passenger car bellhousing and trans (three on the floor) also a 3 speed truck trans from early 40s will bolt up. I have an article on this I can send to you, may take me some time to locate it in the files.


It's easier to get forgiveness than permission!
1946 1/2-Ton Chevy
1953 Chevy 3/4-ton Factory Stakebed