Brian48
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07-03-12 01:05 PM - Post#2244074
Ok guys, the shop working on my 1948 Fleetline with a 235 engine (no babbit bearings), ordered a side access panel gasket, but it is too large. The box says it fits the 216/235. Were they different, or were certain years of 235 engines different from others? I know my engine came out of a truck, but I don't know what year. I'm trying to get this resolved today if possible. call me if you can 713-444-8225
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arnieg141
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07-03-12 01:17 PM - Post#2244075
In response to Brian48
216 and 235 are totaly differance.. all 235 motors all are the same truck and car as fare as gaskets
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 Keith_Knox
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07-03-12 02:27 PM - Post#2244091
In response to Brian48
3701541 Valve pushrod cover Gasket P/N 5 5/8" X 27" Tell them you need one for a 50-57 235. Check the head gasket before they go much further. What gasket kit did they get. Napa should have or get the correct gaskets.
Also get the stamped numbers behind the distributor and we can let you know what you have.
http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/1929_57chevyp...
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gbafus
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07-03-12 04:46 PM - Post#2244133
In response to arnieg141
I think the early 235's in trucks did use the larger side cover. I once thought I had salvaged a 216 engine, since it had the large side cover. Measured the bore, & it was actually a 235. It came out of a postwar truck.
George
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1947 Fleetline Aerosedan
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1958 Biscayne 2 Door Sedan "Maybelle"
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 Gene_Schneider
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07-03-12 06:12 PM - Post#2244182
In response to gbafus
The 1940-1953 216 and the 1941- 1954 235 used the same pan gasket.
The gasket for a 1955-1962 235 is completely different and also fits a 1955 and up 261
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Keith_Knox
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07-03-12 09:27 PM - Post#2244257
In response to Gene_Schneider
Gene looks like you are talking pan gasket. He was questioning the pushrod cover gasket.
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Brian48
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07-04-12 09:41 PM - Post#2244617
In response to Brian48
Ok guys, I have a 235 from 50-53 motor, found the part by calling a client with an original GM parts book and cross referencing numbers at Advance auto parts. Too bad I missed the cutoff for delivery on the 3rd, so old Blue sat idle through this 4th of July. It will be more impressive this time next year anyway.
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07-05-12 05:18 AM - Post#2244652
In response to Brian48
I see you got the gasket, I am suprised that NAPA could not get you one at least on an overnight basis. I have run into problems with the rocker arm cover gasket for a 216,which requires cutting out the area around some valve springs. Not a NAPA item but came from one of the other chains. Knowing exactly what engine you have helps when it comes to ordering parts. Checking out the number on the block by the distributor and also check out the construction date code located to the rear on the block just above the pan flange, starter may obscure it though. 
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Brian48
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07-05-12 09:24 AM - Post#2244712
In response to 2blu52
Ok still need help. Engine number behind starter is: 00N3 and L 21 1. Guys I really need help early today if u can call me at 713-4448225
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Keith_Knox
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07-05-12 09:53 AM - Post#2244719
In response to Brian48
Need the numbers in back of the distributor. Will be 3 letters then numbers. They are stamped in the block. Take a look at this and look under engine serial numbers.
http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/models/index....
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Brian48
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07-05-12 09:07 PM - Post#2244957
In response to Keith_Knox
Ok, today I got all the gaskets, got them installed, rear seal done, etc. So crisis averted. My car runs great and doesn't leak... once it starts.. see post: Terrible start.
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