235 vs 261 engines

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Originally Posted by Bob Carriere

...Just a closing note..... finding a good reputable engine rebuilder can be a challenge...... talk to local hot rod team members or farm tractor shops for recommendations. Rebuilding a 261 was $3100. back in 2003 including all parts, balancing reciprocating parts, and assembly..... basiclly kept the block head and crank and replace everything else...... crank at 10 under cylinders at 20 over. Engine came out of a 5 ton 1959 fuel delivery truck with 85K. miles.

Good luck.... keep us posted (with pictures) if you go that route.....

...and if so inclined you can even visit the Hammond barn.....

Booob

Hello Bob,

Many thanks for these informations (for all who replied too). We have an excellent engine rebuilder in Edmundston NB and finaly, I found mechanical lifters for my 261 engine.

This engine won't go to a CMP but rather to my Chevrolet G7107. I know, I know, I'm a bad boy because I'm Canadian and that I'm going to drive an American truck . Don't worry friends, I own also two jeeps with the Canadian army markings You will find below a picture of my Chevy as well as a short video clip where I drive it near the garage of my friend.



Cheers from Trois-Rivieres

Guy