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I may be looking at an engine change in my '48 as it may have a cracked block (found antifreeze in the motor oil). If I do have to get another engine I would like to put a 235 in it. Tell me what changes/modifications/etc. would have to done to get the 235 installed? Thanks.
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Patricks' Engines...Casa Grande Az..Great guy for 235 advice
Old cars have always owned me.
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Thank you...I have gotten the info I need from Patrick's.
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If installing a newer 235,say'58-'62 whatever you do, don't swap front mount plate, just drill the holes for motor mounts in the newer engines plate instead. don't follow "Simple Swap for Better Sixes" recommendation there. don't ask me how I know! 
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You might want to consider a 261 instead of the 235. Unless it is an early 235 you'll likely have the same modifications to make and end up without the full-pressure for the oil filter and less horsepower. Mate that sucker (261) with a 3:55 AND GET ON DOWN THE ROAD! Charlie 
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Rebuilt '61 235 in in my '48 now. Waiting to install the wiring harness, a little body work and interior work to do and should be good to go.
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55 to 62 motors have a longer water pump and it sits lower in the block,shortened pumps and adapters are made but I would try to find a 53 or 54 motor as it will be easier.
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I think the 53 and 54 235s are quite different. I would go for a 54 with no pump modification necessary.
Good luck,
Charlie
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The 1953 Power Glide and all 1954 engines are bascially the same.
Gene Schneider
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the '61 235 cu in engine is in my car now and runs smoothly. I hit 65 on a stretch of interstate this past Saturday, I think I could have gone faster but decided not to..65 is all I want to do.
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I USED A MOUNT OFF OF A 50-216 for the 56-235 am putting in my 50-coupe al l that was needed was to enlarge the hole for the bigger cam that way i know the engine mounts will line up like they supposed to what was your experience with your install my engine not in car yet
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My '61 235 mounted up beautifully in my '48. Did not have to drill any holes but did have to move the radiator forward a little to keep the fan from hitting it. Runs like a champ, was bored 40 over when rebuilt...Mickey
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