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| | | | Joined: May 2013 Posts: 6 New Guy | | New Guy Joined: May 2013 Posts: 6 | my fire department is the proud owner of a 1937 chevrolet/sanford fire truck. restoration is in progress, however the motor is bad. i have access to what i believe is an early '40s gmc 6.would the swap be possible? and would the head from the 216 fit the 235? the head has been redone for the new garbage fuel we are now required to use. any information would be sincerly appreciated. also would the transmissions be compatable? thanks | | | | | Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 4,215 Moderator | | Moderator Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 4,215 | Hi stiffy, welcome! I really like the 37s a lot, good that you were able to get one. Try asking this question in another forum, we have a forum just for firetrucks, you have to go to big bolts and then you will see the sub forum. Or you can go to the driveline section, some experts there will be sure to help. Good luck!
Leo | | | | | Joined: Dec 2001 Posts: 14,522 Moderator: Welcome Centre, Southern Bolters, Legion Hall | | Moderator: Welcome Centre, Southern Bolters, Legion Hall Joined: Dec 2001 Posts: 14,522 | Stiffy, Welcome to the Stovebolt Page. Best site on the web for old chevy iron.
Glad to see another piece of history being preserved. Follow Leo's advice and you'll find plenty of info and folks willing to help. See ya around the garage...... oh, and some pics would be nice when you can. | | | | | Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 1,780 Master Gabster | | Master Gabster Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 1,780 | 1937 was the first year for the 216 engine. The 216 and the GMC 228 are totally different engines although with work, you could make the switch. Preferably using a later 235 or a 261 would be the ideal exchange. Do some searching on this site for more information or post this question in the Engine Shop . | | |
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