Trevor,

There is some engine-swap information in the Tech Tips.

The main adaptations/changes might be the front motor mount and the relocation of the an old-style water pump (and, maybe the harmonic balancer). You might have to be “creative” in attaching the accelerator and choke cables.

If the 216 runs, you might want to keep it in the truck.

Tim
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The 216 and early 235 engines are not "splash oilers" -- this is a splash oiler.