Looking for some advice on swapping out a 216 IL 6 to an upgraded engine. I have an original engine 216 in a 1953 Chevy 3100 and I need to either rebuild this motor or replace it with something a little more modern but still looking era correct. Spoke with some machine shops near me and most want no part in doing the work on this motor. The one place I found estimated my cost at $7800 to $8500 for a rebuild. I read various threads about using a Chevy S 10 drive train and thought this might be my route to take. Is there a particular year I should look for in the S 10? Kind of all over the place with my question as I am looking for my best options to keep this truck and be able to drive it on more than just an occasional Sunday.
