Engine replacement

[Grant Bowker]

The early 235 is a simple replacement, nothing to change.
The later (about 1953 onward) 235 and 261 Chevrolet engines are the same physical size as the 216, fit very well, but usually need an adapter plate and an earlier water pump to make the fan placement correct relative to the radiator. These are simple bolt on changes. The CMP flywheel housing and clutch bolt to the rear of the engine without problem. Some late engines do not use the front mount like the 216 but use 2 side front mounts. This can be changed without great difficulty although you may have to remove the front timing cover and parts to get to the front mounting plate (the plate is the same shape but may not have the holes in place for the front mount as used on the 216).

[Maurice Donckers]

It is not so difficult to find a WW2 block , but they are usualy ready for a rebuild . I can point you in a direction to find one , also valves, Guides ,con rods with casted in bearings are plenyfull available , even Cam shafts and Crankshafts are available , write me a mail and I can help.

[Markwin Serlui]

Just did Maurice

[Markwin Serlui]

Ik might be able to get a chevy 216 engine or a 235.
Would that be any good?
Both need reconditioning...

[Bob Carriere]

For purist accurate restoration go for the 216....

For ease of rebuilding. more power and fun of driving go for the 235.

Cheers

[motto (RIP)]

Originally Posted by Bob Carriere

For purist accurate restoration go for the 216....

For ease of rebuilding. more power and fun of driving go for the 235.

Which 235 are you referring to Bob? There would be little difference between rebuilding a 216 and a first series (WW2) 235 as many parts interchange and construction is identical.

David

[Phil Waterman]

Originally Posted by motto

Which 235 are you referring to Bob? There would be little difference between rebuilding a 216 and a first series (WW2) 235 as many parts interchange and construction is identical.

Hi Dave

Good point, people definitely want to look for the later 235 with better lubrication system.

But if all you can find is the early 235 and the price is right it is better than nothing, by a long shot.

Cheers Phil