I was planning on doing an engine swap in my 46 too. Once I got my truck home and looked at the shape it was in, I just could not bring myself to tear it up. Yes, yes, I know, a V-8, subframe or Mustang II front with discs does things for a truck, but if I had wanted that, I kept thinking I should have bought a newer truck. I am keeping the 6. If I does go toast, I will upgrage to a newer 235 but keep it stock. With a 6, my truck will be unique. Your 327 will be just fine on the engine stand for another year or two.