Welcome to the Bolt Don Q! wave Great family history info on your truck and glad you joined along with many folks here that have made it a point of saving a bit of the family legacy. thumbs_up

I'll second Leo's suggestion to take pictures and post them as that's one of the best ways for us to help you with questions on your truck. Well that, and the fact that we just love to see lots of pics of old trucks in whatever shape they may be now and in the future. smile

Please give this helpful introduction thread a good read before posting further, then you can start a conversation in the Engine Shop on your 216 question.

Looking forward to seeing and hearing more about your truck. grin

Last edited by Gdads51; 12/30/2025 2:28 AM. Reason: fix typos

~ Dan
1951 Chevy 3 window 3100
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