George,
You said previously the truck had sat for some time. As stated above, it sounds more like valve guides and or seals.
If it needs head work or a rebuild you can contact Jay at Surf City Machine, just off Beach Blvd near Slater. 714-848-1062.
I just had some work done there on a Willys M38.
Fred


1956 3100 Pickup/Red/350/3sp OD/PS/Disc Brakes
1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe/Red/355/TH350/PS/Disc Brakes
2017 Silverado LT Single Cab SB/Black/5.3/6 Speed Trans
1947 Willys CJ2A w/F-Head engine