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Thanks for the tips guys. I appreciate the heads up on this engine swap.
Yesterday I took a tape measure and checked the distance from the block to the front of the fan on both my engines. The measurement for the 216 was just under 6 inches. The 235 was also just under 6 inches. Therefore, I suspect someone has already made the WP swap on the 235. The seller told me this motor came out of a 52 Chevy pickup so that is highly likely.
The 235 came with a 3 speed trans and an old Hurst shifter mounted. I plan to keep my original 4 speed trans for the 42 pickup. As a result, I'd like to ask if it's more practical to just pull the 216, leave the trans in place, and mate the 235 to the trans in the truck or, does it makes more sense to pull the trans, and mate it to the 235 outside the truck? I will be installing new motor mounts all around regardless.
I am aware of the possible difference in flywheel/clutch size. But, I won't know what's on the 235 till I separate the engine and trans. With my 42 truck being a 3/4 ton, I prefer to keep the original clutch & flywheel.
I'll try to get a photo of the water pump on the 235 and post it here tomorrow. Thanks again for the advice and help.