Straight 6 GM Chevy 216 Engine Rebuild.
216 Chevy Engine Rebuilding Service.
Model: 1948 GM Chevy 216 3.5L Inline-6 OHV 12V.
It was time to give this engine a complete facelift and remanufacture all the components to their former glory.
Here is the agenda for the rebuild:
Inspection, Teardown, and Cleaning.
Block Work: Bore, Hone, and Deck the engine block.
Head Work: Valve Job includes Resurface, Grind valves, Cut 3-angle valve seats, New Exhaust guides and valve stem seals. Clean, paint, and assemble. Any missing, damaged, or broken parts will be replaced.
Machine Work- Recondition Crankshaft, Camshaft, and Connecting Rods.
Order New Engine parts; Pistons, Rings, Bearings, Timing, Gaskets, Oil pump, etc.
Last step, assembly!
A shot Before we start any work. It will look a lot better later!
Before Rebuild
Time to tear it down and make sure all the components look good.
MACHINE SERVICES
216 VALVE JOB
So, as I was compiling all the photos for this post, I realized I didn’t get any shots during the valve job, except this one. The best shots of the head are when its finished on the block. My bad. Here is what we did. VJ: Pressure test, Magnaflux for cracks, Resurfaced to a nice flat surface to mate up with the block. Grind valves, Cut 3-angle valve seats, Lap valves, Install new exhaust guides, install new valve stem seals, clean, paint, and assemble.
BLOCK WORK
Time for some block love. Bore and Hone cylinder finish with proper crosshatch. Clean in hot tank to remove any metals. Deck the block surface so the head mates up nicely. Last we put a coat of primer, then a few coats of paint.
CHEVY 216 ASSEMBLY
New engine parts ordered and delivered; Pistons, Rings, Bearings, Gaskets, Freeze plugs, Timing Set, and Oil pump. Block work is finished. Valve Job is in progress. Connecting Rods, Crank and Cam reconditioned-reground and polished. We’ve got all the ingredients to start building the Short Block.
Short Block Components
Bottom End
Now that the block work is complete, it’s cleaned and painted, it time to start installing the parts and components. Starting with the new cam bearings and reground cam. Add in Crank and main bearings. Connecting rods and pistons, then the timing set. This beast is coming together.
Earlier, we cleaned up and painted the covers.
Looking Nice!
Better shot of the decking. Pistons, Rings, Connecting rods, and rod bearings installed. Scoopers/ Dippers all cleaned up.
Chevy 216 Long Block Assembly
Cylinder head is bolted on and we are installing the oil pump, tubing and pickup. We’ll finish off with the gaskets, oil pan, side and valve covers.
Remanufactured Chevy 216 Long Block Engine
GM Chevy 216 Inline-6 Rebuilt Engine
Rebuild is complete and ready for pickup.
It's a beauty!
Do you need your Chevy 216 rebuilt?
Contact us by Email or 818 767-6603 to get an estimate.
Automotive Machine Shop Services available:
Bore, Hone, Deck engine block.
Grind Crankshaft
Grind Camshaft
Cylinder head repair and/or Valve Job
Engine Rebuild Kits Available.
Michael Russell
I have an original 216 that I would like to get rebuilt. Can you give me an estimate on cost? Do you sell rebuilt 216’s or 235’s?
Robert Spinello
I have a 1950 Chevy 216 3-spd. would like your rebuild on it. Please please. shipping avail?
Noe Peraza
Do you sell rebuilt 216 engines? The engine in my 36 Master Deluxe is overheating and all the gaskets need to be replaced. I was thinking of swapping it out for another 216.
Stephen Swan
L have a 1952 216 straight 6 that has not been run for years. It was taken out of my 52 1/2 ton and I believe no work was done during truck restoration. My current mechanic is not sure if he can solve any problems with it and so I am looking into rebuild or replace. Like to get some info on your service.
Gabriel
Hey whats up guys I have a bad valve and I think in need my head rebuilt
Valley Auto Parts
Gabriel, I sent you an estimate.
Dave Buss
I have a 1951 Chevy 216 in a school bus. Needs to be rebuilt. Would appreciate a quote. Thank you.
marcos
whats up guys. How much for a valve job, hone the block, and machining crank and rod on a 235? Thanks
Valley Auto Parts
Marcos, I emailed you an estimate for machine services.
katsu
1938 Chevrolet 216 engine connecting rod tightening torque oil clearance
Jaime
Hello.
Do you have a 216 3.5L cylinder head I can purchase?
Valley Auto Parts
Jaime, We have a 216 head. I emailed you.
Regards, Lucinda
Paul Cochran
1950 Chevy deluxe with 216 was burning oil in 1971 was parked in barn till now approx to rebuild?
Roy Rice Jr
have 1948 chev with 216 already apart. needs completion to long block . how do you treat the babbited rod bearings ? do you update them to shell bearings of what? prob needs all valves and springs replaced also approx price
Valley Auto Parts
Roy, I emailed you an estimate to rebuild your Chevy 216 engine.
ERENESTO SANCHEZ B.
I require a complete 216 engine to install it in a 1953 pic up I have a transmission and everything I need, how much does it cost me
regards
Ernesto Sanchez B.
Bruce mcneil
I am needing to have a 216 out of a 41 Chevy pickup rebuilt. The original 216 had a frozen broken block I found another one I don’t know anything about and would like to have rebuilt
Kevin Pfaff
Please send a quote on rebuilding my 1942 Super Deluxe 216. It runs but really smokes bad. Too bad to drive it.
Thanks,
Kevin
Austin Wilken
Can you give me a price to rebuild a 1949 216 . It has good compression and runs fine just leaks oil and want it gone through for peace of mind. Thank you
Brian hardy
looking for a rebuilt 216 for a 1954 chevy pick up.
Jake Derosas
Hello, I have a 1949 Chevy Deluxe Styleline with a 216 Small block. Trying to completely refurbish and bring the car back to life. Everything is rusted below including suspension, brakes, transmission, etc.,
I am looking for a quota and an approximate timeframe. I have pictures as well.
I’d like to keep the same engine, but just have it up and running as smooth as possible as if it was brand new.
I was also thinking, what would it take to just have to the entire car worked on from interior/exterior/undercarriage, engine. And if so, how will that process take place?
Kind regards!
craig barker
i need an estimate on a 216 cu in. 3.5L chevy rebuild looking at your work it looks fantastic!
cliff jones
Hi there
Do you have crate engines 216 rebuilt and if so the cost please .
Valley Auto Parts
Cliff,
We do not currently have a Chevy 216 in stock. I also sent you an email.
Regards, Lucinda
Octavio Chavez
Got a 216 in my 50 chevy styleline. Running, Has oil leaks,
What would a rebuild cost?
Thank you
Efrain
I got a 216 engine in my 48 Plymouth do you rebuilt those and if so how much
Valley Auto Parts
Efrain,
I emailed you an estimate to rebuild your Chevy 216 engine.
Regards, Lucinda
Cesar Palma
Hello, I need a price on rebuilding my 1953 chevy 216 engine and time frame from beginning to end. Currently engine is running but has really bad main seal leaks.
Thank you
Cesar
Valley Auto Parts
Cesar,
I emailed you an estimate to rebuild your Chevy 216 engine.
Regards, Lucinda
Gary Cash
I have a 1949 Chev 3600 pickup with a 216 motor. It hasn’t been started for 22 years. It is froze. Can you give me an estimate on a complete rebuilt of this motor or purchasing a replacement 216. I also know the clutch and fly wheel are needing work as well.
Valley Auto Parts
Gary,
I emailed you an estimate to rebuild your chevy 216 engine.
regards,
Lucinda
Richard cuevas
Need 216 for my restoration. What is the price . Have no core.
Valley Auto Parts
Richard,
I sent you an email. Currently, none in stock.
Regards, Lucinda
Anthony Torres
53 chevy 216 need a rebuild with est time frame
Valley Auto Parts
Anthony,
I emailed you an estimate to rebuild your 216 engine.
Regards, Lucinda
Fred Burow
I have a 1940 gmc half ton pu . The 6 cly engine has been exposed to the elements for many yrs. engine does not turn over. Can this be rebuilt and at what cost. Thanks
Valley Auto Parts
Fred,
Thanks for your inquiry.
I’m shooting you an email, I need more details on your engine size.
Regards,
Lucinda