Gears don't mean anything without tire size.
Best solution would be to use an OD transmission like the t5. There are other OD transmissions that will work like the 3 plus OD units used in the 50s and 60s.
The 235 has good torque. It should be able to pull 3.08 gears up to 3.90 gears and beyond. 3.08 gears with 29 inch tires will get you 60 mph @ 2070 rpm. This combo may not accelerate like a rocket ship from the stop lights, but it certainly will be drivable.
I am not endorsing the 3.08 gears, just confirming they will work.
