216 upgrade ?

[jackson]

Does any one know how to convert a 216 to full pressure oiling & insert type rod bearings? Or have a link to this information? Is it even worthwhile $$$$$ wise?
Thanks for any info. any of you might have on this subject.

 

[Guest5979]

216

there is a guy in santa maria ca that can do it but will cost about five grand.
the better up grade would be a 235 or 250.
hope this helps
Robert

 

[classic.george]

Pull that 215 Babbitt out and replace it with a 1956-1962 full pressure 235. 2 holes will need to be drilled out for the front motor mount.. Save your bell housing and clutch and flywheel because they will all work. And get the short water pump and pulley. And you be happy as a kid in a candy store