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| | | | Joined: Aug 2008 Posts: 12 Apprentice | | Apprentice Joined: Aug 2008 Posts: 12 | So a few days ago I picked up a 1953 Chevy 3600 ¾ton with the 216
it has the three on the tree still and I was wondering what full pressure inline sixes would bolt right up.
i have been debating either a 250ci or a 292ci from a late 70's or early 80's pickup
would these 2 motors bolt right up to the bell housing?
I know i'm also going to need to do the 12v to do this swap btu that wont be a problem.
any help would be appreciated,
Rick | | | | | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 6,377 Ex Hall Monitor | | Ex Hall Monitor Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 6,377 | The Tech Tips section has some engine swap help. Maybe you can find your answer there.
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| | | | | Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 Bubba - Curmudgeon | | Bubba - Curmudgeon Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 | A 1954-1962 high pressure 235 or 261 would be the easiest upgrade.
A 54/55-1st engine would bolt right up, but a 55-2nd to 1962 engine would need a water pump adaptation and maybe a front motor mount adaptation (neither of which are difficult to do). You would use your existing clutch housing, flywheel, and clutch assembly.
Unless you want 12v, there is no need to change from 6v if you upgrade to a 1954-1962 235/261. | | |
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