Engine conversions

[Bob Phillips]

Like Bob C. I also have opted for a 261 engine,1958 to powr my 15cwt chev, 13 cab. It is now completly rebuilt and bored to +030. I will not be installing a 235 head at this point ( don't forget to drill the 3 cooling holes in the head !!) and unfortunately the 1958 trany is too long esp with the brake band assy.
I started with a 292 but it seemed too long. At the front I think I can use th original aterpump but use a fan with less number of blades.
This vehicle had a 454 v8 transplanted into it many years ago but was an undrivable brute, and crude cab amputations to fit the beast in! I hopw I can find some large Michelins (11.00x16) or may have to go to 20 inchers as well. If you ever had to drive a loaded 3 ton with a stock 216 any of the obvious alternatives are a tremendous improvement!!