You really need some BEEFY side mounts and that 216 will not have holes for side mounts. A later 235 would be a better engine choice as they would have a place on the side to attach the side mounts plus a bit more needed power to spin the automatic trans..


It's easier to get forgiveness than permission!
1946 1/2-Ton Chevy
1953 Chevy 3/4-ton Factory Stakebed