Start with a 261, that's the simplest way to get more power out of an old 235.
Or get an auxiliary transmission for more gears. More gears is a good substitute for power when hauling a load... you won't be going fast though.

Grigg

•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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