I am relatively new to the site and an owner of a 1949 GMC 250 flat / tilt bed. The truck has the original 228 engine. I am just starting on this truck and being a “newbie” thought I’d start with an engine question. The truck runs but not that well. At times (not always) it smokes excessively. A local large engine specialty shop (United Engine Specialist) has a vintage engine department that specializes in older engines. They have quoted me $1000.00 for pulling the engine and another $2800 to $5000 for complete overhaul. Having zero experience, I thought I’d ask the group about this price. I have also found other engines, like a rebuilt 248 for half what the shop is asking to rebuild mine. So my question is: am I better off keeping the existing engine and does keeping it add to the trucks value? Or, am I better off upgrading to a slightly larger engine? Also, is what I’ve been quoted for my existing engine rebuild inline with current prices? Thank you in advance for your help. Attached are a few pics of the truck.
