I know this is a lame question but what is the easiest way to remove the 216 on my 53.

I have not done this type of truck before. Generally I would remove the engine and tranny together. I am assuming if I leave the tranny in I need to put it on a block or leave the bell housing in as well as the support for the tranny is on the bell housing mount.

I am going to be matching up the bell housing and clutch assemblies that best fit my new 235.

I have the bell housing from the 216 and the 235 as well as the clutches for both.

If I remove the engine and tranny do I need to remove the grill to have enough room in front to get it out or will it clear the grille if the radiator is removed?

Just trying to save some trial and error time.

Thanks
Rich

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