I'm doing the research now. Egge Machine has pistons and a complete rebuild kit, just north of $2000.00. Talking with cam grinders, giving them the weight of the truck, the gearing and overall use. I did manage to locate an NV4500 transmission, so now I will have overdrive. The 261 will no doubt be a fall and winter project this year. I don't want to cut corners, but I also don't want to do any unnecessary work either. As I said I want a solid, strong hard pulling engine with good low to mid range torque.

~ Craig
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'59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)

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