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Originally Posted by Hubscrub
.... I plan on either a 250 inline 6 or maybe a v8, rather have the 6 I think with maybe some hot rod parts.  |
I'll throw in my two cents and say you should stay with a straight six. I have a little 283 in my '55 but if it had come with the original 235 I'd have kept it. I'm in no rush horsepower wise and EVERYONE puts a small block in these trucks. Besides, they can look so cool:
By the way, since you said you have no experience with '50's vehicles, you know these trucks came with a 235 and not a 250, right? That was a later era engine. Personally if I were picking a straight six I'd pick the big sixties era 292. They can be made to run really strong and you could still dress one up as nicely.
Looking forward to seeing your progress and on a personal note, I hope your prayers are answered and you have as many children as you want. Best, Dan