I suspect any Chevy/GMC transmission up to the mid 60's would work;Fumblin'46 would be more help on that. Providing it's in decent running order,you can probably sell the 390 for enough to buy all the replaceables for your 216 install(clutch,water pump,tune up,fuel pump,carb kit,alternator conversion,etc.),maybe a tank of gas,too.Good find! Enjoy!
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