My '51 has the 216 Babbitt and I'm wondering if it is worth rebuilding for my truck. I've seen a lot of posts about the issues with the 216 so I'm leaning towards just keeping the motor on a pallet off to the side and putting in a more modern engine.

Can anyone give me a great reason to keep the 216 as the engine?

Thanks,
Rob


1951 Chevrolet 3100