Where are you in Tennessee? I run the auto mechanics shop at McGavock High School in Nashville. If you're close, maybe I can advise you about whether it's a good idea to build up the original engine. A V-8 swap is going to be time-consuming and expensive, compared to rebuilding the 235. The 61 model will be a full-pressure oiler, and with a good rebuild, it should serve you pretty well for normal driving. Parts for the late model 235 are fairly plentiful, and pretty reasonably priced. Figure on a minimum of $2500.00 to do the V-8 swap.
Jerry
Last edited by Hotrod Lincoln; 07/29/2009 12:30 AM.
