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GM 235 Remanufactured Engine

Chevy GM 235 Engine Rebuild.

A grungy Chevy GM 235 came in for a complete engine rebuild.  I love these chunky old classics.
It’s getting the works, starting with a teardown and inspection to make sure there is no damage or cracks.
Model: Chevy 235 OHV 12V Inline-6

GM Rebuild Agenda:
Machine Services- Bore and hone the engine block, Grind the Crank and Cam, Valve Job on the cylinder head.
Engine Parts- New pistons, rings, gaskets, bearings, freeze plugs, oil pump, and timing kit.
Clean, Paint, and Assemble.

We tore it apart, hot tanked all the parts to remove the excess grime, checked for cracks, gave it the all clear, and went to work on the components.

Unfortunately, I was no where to be seen to take a lot of great pictures for you to enjoy the machine service and and engine parts.  I did get a few good shots, here they are.

Shot after we completed the valve job.  What we did.
Pressure Test, Magnuflux for cracks, Resurfaced, Grind Valves, Cut 3-angle valve seats, install New exhaust seats and valve stem seals.  Clean, Paint and Assemble.

It’s ready to bolt on the block.

235 Cylinder Head Valve Job

chevy gm 235 cylinder head valve job

235 Long Block Assembly

Once everything was cleaned, polished, and painted we started the assembly.  Final touches with chrome accessories completed the job.  They look really good!

Remanufactured Chevy GM 235 Engine

chevy gm 235 remanufactured engine

Chrome covers look really cool.

It's Finished!

Chevy GM 235 engine with chrome accessories

Need your Chevy GM 235 engine remanufactured?  
Call us 818 767-6603 for parts or service.

Use the Contact form for a rebuild estimate or engine parts for your rebuild.

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WE HAVE REMANUFACTURED SHORT & LONG BLOCKS FOR SALE.
Chevy 235 Engine Kits available too.

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65 Comments

  1. Jason
    May 7, 202111:17 am -

    Can you quote me a price on rebuilding my 235 vs just doing a core exchange for one completely done. Changing my engine from a 216 to a 235 in my 40 Chevy and bought a 235 out of a 56 truck.

    Reply
    • Valley Auto Parts
      May 7, 202112:09 pm -

      Jason, I sent you an estimate to rebuild your 56 Chevy 235 engine. Plus things to look for since the 216 and 235 are not interchangeable.
      Regards,
      Lucinda

      Reply
      • Lora Barber
        May 6, 20227:08 pm -

        How much would you charge for a 235 without an exchange?
        My son has a 49 Chevy car and it has a smaller motor. I would love to give him a good rebuilt motor. .
        I am serious.

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    • Ronald Bustos
      May 24, 20222:44 pm -

      Hello,
      I have a 1957-1962 Chevy 235 that was rebuilt some years back. We did not tear the engine completely down but it does have brand new pistons and the cylinder walls look smoothe but I don’t have the means to tear it down but I want to make sure all is well. Of course if additional parts are needed that will be fine. I also wanted to have it painted once done. Does your shop do something like this? I don’t think a full rebuild will be necessary and I don’t believe it will need much regarding parts, if any at all. Just a revamp and clean up. Can you quote this? Thank you for your time.

      Reply
    • Jaime Maldonado
      June 16, 20229:54 pm -

      I have a 235 that needs to be rebuilt, but saw that you also have one for sale for I think, if I buy do you need my engine and of so do you have paper work to send it back ?

      Reply
  2. Mike Swenson
    April 27, 202111:59 am -

    Hi Lucinda, what rear main seal do you use on your rebuilds ?? I have tried FEL=PRO and BEST GASKET and still have a leaky rear main seal …. I think I will try a rope seal next ?? do you have a good solution ?? THANKS
    Mike Swenson

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    • Valley Auto Parts
      April 28, 20219:48 am -

      Mike,
      Appreciate you contacting us. We use Best Gasket #6100. It works really well. Follow the directions that are included. Make sure to clean the crankshaft seal really well. Put silicone on the ends.
      Best of luck.
      Regards,
      Lucinda

      Reply
  3. robert Rubio
    December 22, 20205:34 pm -

    hi i need 1 piston how much or do i need to buy all 6.for a 235 30 over

    Reply
  4. RAY MELENDREZ
    September 29, 202010:31 am -

    54 chevy 235 having hard time finding conecting rods & pistons how much do you charge for the parts

    Reply
  5. Tobias
    June 14, 202010:04 am -

    I have a 51 chevy styline 216 how much to rebuild.

    Reply
  6. Agustin Rodriguez
    November 18, 201910:28 am -

    Hello, I need the crankshaft and the camshaft for a 235 Chevy 1953 Pick Up 3100 Can you send price?
    Thanks

    Reply
  7. Jack bickel
    October 26, 20199:31 am -

    I need to get a price for a 235 chevy 6 long block for my 1960 impala. I do not have a core. Could I get a price for shipping and engine to Las Vegas Nv.

    Reply
  8. Todd Gill
    September 14, 20197:08 pm -

    Just bought a 1949 3600 with 216. Interested to know what a rebuilt engine would run? Like the photos and description of the 235 on your website.

    Reply
  9. DJ
    August 9, 20197:35 am -

    I have a 1947 Chevy Thriftmaster Pickup that has a 1955 Chevy 235 v6 in it. It just blew the head gasket. What is the price of a remanufactured 235 replacement?

    Reply
  10. Austin Shackelford
    July 16, 20191:43 pm -

    Looking for complete 235 for 1960 apache. Will need shipping cost for part and core as necessary.
    Thanks
    Austin Shackelford
    Austins Garage and Mobile Repair

    Reply
  11. Michael Dolphin Jr
    June 18, 20196:17 pm -

    looking for a 235 longblock for my 35 chevy truck,

    Reply
  12. Don Davis
    March 28, 20195:46 am -

    Looking for a 55 and up, 235 with hyd lifters (short block)Live in Mich. Do you have an est on shipping?

    Reply
    • Valley Auto Parts
      March 29, 20194:30 pm -

      Don,
      Thanks for inquiring about a Chevy 235 Short Block.
      We have one, I sent you an email with the pricing yesterday.
      I’ve got Long block 235’s also.
      Thanks
      Lucinda

      Reply
  13. Ken C.
    June 21, 20181:01 pm -

    Looking to upgrade my 216 ci in my 1949 chevy 3100 truck for a 235 ci. How much will it cost for your remanufactured 235 engine?

    Reply
    • Valley Auto Parts
      June 21, 20183:42 pm -

      Ken,
      We have 235’s available. I emailed you the pricing.
      Thanks
      Lucinda

      Reply
      • Gerald Drake
        July 27, 20187:27 am -

        I am looking for a 235 short block. My block I discovered has a crack along the bottom on the driver side

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        • Valley Auto Parts
          July 27, 20182:18 pm -

          Gerald,
          Thanks for contacting about a 235 Short block.
          We have a few in stock, I emailed you an estimate.
          Thanks
          Lucinda

          Reply
          • Gerald D.Drake
            September 5, 20181:23 pm -

            I’m sorry I didn’t receive your estimate. Could you sent it to my e-mail (XXXXXdeleted@aol.com. also the cost of shipping. The engine head on my enginne now was just rebuilt and has less then 50 miles. I need hydraulic lifters in the block

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            • Valley Auto Parts
              September 5, 20184:35 pm -

              Hi Gerald,
              I found your first email, you gave two different emails. I will resend the estimate. Please respond to the email with your Zip Code so I can get you a shipping quote. Do you have a forklift to unload?
              Thanks
              Lucinda

              Reply
              • Gerald D.Drake
                September 14, 201811:04 am -

                thanks for your response, My zip 43402

                Reply
                • Valley Auto Parts
                  September 14, 20184:43 pm -

                  Gerald, I emailed you the shipping estimate. In case you cannot receive the email, it is $295.00. That is residential delivery and Liftgate service (no forklift to unload). It will be lower if it is a business address or you have a forklift. You can email me directly at lucinda @ vapengines. com.
                  Thanks
                  Lucinda

                  Reply
  14. Enrique
    June 18, 201810:22 am -

    Do you have any 1954 chevy 235 engines? I need to trade out my 216 in my 1950 Hardtop for one?

    Reply
  15. Johnny
    June 14, 20187:54 pm -

    Hi I’m Johnny I need a 235 GM engine for my 39 Chevy. I have a 216 rebuild engine in it but can’t ride the freeway what would be the price for a 235.

    Reply
  16. robert franco
    May 25, 20185:49 am -

    i got a 1946 235 that needs to rebuild

    Reply
  17. Marty
    May 17, 20186:31 pm -

    Good afternoon! I was interested in getting a quote for a complete rebuild on a 1960 Chevy truck 235. I would like to go 1 stage above stock on the cam as well. I’m not sure if anyone makes an RV cam for a 235? I have found a place in Palmdale that does the 1954 Corvette cams.

    Reply
  18. Jose
    May 16, 20189:15 pm -

    Hi I need a 235 engine for 1954 Chevy bel air what would be the price thanks

    Reply
  19. Gary Klockmann
    May 3, 201811:06 am -

    Looking for a 235.5 for my 1953 3600 chevy truck availablity and price.

    Reply
    • Valley Auto Parts
      May 3, 20185:04 pm -

      Gary,
      Thanks for contacting us for 235 engine.
      I’ve got the later model in stock, we can rebuild your good core.
      I’ll send you an estimate.
      Thanks
      Lucinda

      Reply
  20. Barry Watkins
    May 2, 20185:47 pm -

    Looking for a 235 to put in my 1951 chevy 3100 truck

    Reply
  21. Peter Cavataio
    June 6, 20173:50 pm -

    How much will it cost for Chevy GM 235 engine

    Reply
    • Lucinda
      June 7, 20179:34 am -

      Peter,
      Thanks for contacting us for an estimate. I just emailed you an estimate to rebuild your GM 235.
      Thanks
      Lucinda

      Reply
  22. Jose Bedalla
    March 26, 20179:46 pm -

    How much will it cost for one of your remanufactured chevy 235
    408_509_9530

    Reply
    • Lucinda
      March 27, 20179:51 am -

      Jose,
      Thanks for contacting us about a Chevy GM 235 engine. I only have a Rebuilt GM 235 short block in stock right now. I will send you an estimate to your email.
      Lucinda

      Reply

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