Posted by Dave Horvath on Saturday, March 08, 2008 at 19:41:41 :
In Reply to: Civilian vs PW engine posted by R.Bishop on Saturday, March 08, 2008 at 18:49:23 :
The 1951 half tons had a 97hp. 218ci. engine mated to a 3spd or heavy duty 4spd tranny. The 218 is a 23" block, just like the 230. In fact, the military WC trucks came with the 218. I had one in my 1950 PW. Great engine! Good luck.