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tz5dv9 · 12-08-2016, 02:47 PM

Hi guys, I was wondering if I could get some suggestions for good parts suppliers. I am rebuilding my 1953, 215ci inline 6 cylinder engine for my truck. I need rings, gasket set, main brgs, rod brgs ect.. any help would be appreciated. Thanks

flatheadmurre · 12-08-2016, 03:21 PM

215/223 gaskets and bearings are available from most of the big parts warehouses.
Rings for the smaller 215 should be available the pistons are not.

Newc · 12-08-2016, 05:54 PM

Hi; Think about a '54 up 223 six... Just a bit longer I believe [ 1/2"], and used thru '64 Newc

tz5dv9 · 12-08-2016, 10:45 PM

Thanks guys, I just inherited this truck. I have done a lot of body work in the past but never rebuilt a motor. This will be my first attempt. Could you please provide the actual names of trusted suppliers.

41ford1 · 12-08-2016, 11:30 PM

I used a local shop when I rebuilt the 215 in my 53 Courier. This shop is in the Parts Plus network. They provided all the parts and did the machine work. The 215/223 is pretty common. So parts should not be hard to get. Look for a jobber that has been in business a long time, like 4 or 6 decades.

flatheadmurre · 12-09-2016, 02:27 AM

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A local parts store ?? Nice to have an actual person to assist you...
Otherwise there are re-ring kits online from Clegg and falcon.
While you´re at it give the oiling of the rockers some attention it´s a weak spot on that engine.

41ford1 · 12-09-2016, 11:00 AM

If you have an operation like this in your area use them.
http://sanelautoparts.net/about/what-make-us-unique/
The machine shop crew here knows their stuff. This is not your typical parts store.

Like flatheadmurre says oiling is an issue. I had the block cleaned and checked for cracks when i did mine. There is only one supply line to the rocker shaft. Make sure it is clean and not kinked. Where it is pushed into the block under the side cover make sure the rubber sleeve is fully seated. Check the flow by manually spinning the oil pump.

KiWinUS · 12-09-2016, 12:46 PM

Try Bob Selzan @ Half Ton Fun in NJ 732 928 9421 closed wed. Sat. & Sun.
He had everything for my 48 six cyl. & almost all NOS Ford.
Good luck , let us know how you get on .
Cheers
Tony

tz5dv9 · 12-09-2016, 02:59 PM

Thanks guys for responding and also for the good advice.

scicala · 12-09-2016, 08:16 PM

tz5dv9,

I have a complete 215 out of a '52 Customline that ran good when removed with 52K original miles. Has trans clutch and bell housing. Also has air cleaner, carb, generator, starter and fan. I am also in Michigan (Shelby Township) northeast of Detroit. If interested in the engine/trans, send me a PM with you're email address, and I can send pictures.

Sal

HDowse · 12-10-2016, 09:14 PM

41Ford1, are you using the Sanel's in Concord or Manchester? Good to know they are pros. I buy the paint for my shop from them.

41ford1 · 12-11-2016, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by HDowse

41Ford1, are you using the Sanel's in Concord or Manchester? Good to know they are pros. I buy the paint for my shop from them.

The machine work is only done in Concord.

flathead 53 · 12-14-2016, 04:47 PM

I have an NOS oil pump in the box brand new for a 1953, 215 cu in engine,$50 plus shipping.

Chuck Kuntz · 12-15-2016, 08:08 AM

I have some NOS engine parts for your motor. Probably less than half what most suppliers ask. Let me know when you find out what oversizes you need.

12-08-2016, 02:47 PM	#1
tz5dv9 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 12	1953, 215ci rebuild help Hi guys, I was wondering if I could get some suggestions for good parts suppliers. I am rebuilding my 1953, 215ci inline 6 cylinder engine for my truck. I need rings, gasket set, main brgs, rod brgs ect.. any help would be appreciated. Thanks

12-08-2016, 03:21 PM	#2
flatheadmurre Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Sweden Posts: 3,045	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help 215/223 gaskets and bearings are available from most of the big parts warehouses. Rings for the smaller 215 should be available the pistons are not.

12-08-2016, 05:54 PM	#3
Newc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,482	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help Hi; Think about a '54 up 223 six... Just a bit longer I believe [ 1/2"], and used thru '64 Newc

12-08-2016, 10:45 PM	#4
tz5dv9 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 12	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help Thanks guys, I just inherited this truck. I have done a lot of body work in the past but never rebuilt a motor. This will be my first attempt. Could you please provide the actual names of trusted suppliers.

12-08-2016, 11:30 PM	#5
41ford1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: ManchVegas, New Hampshah Posts: 1,589	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help I used a local shop when I rebuilt the 215 in my 53 Courier. This shop is in the Parts Plus network. They provided all the parts and did the machine work. The 215/223 is pretty common. So parts should not be hard to get. Look for a jobber that has been in business a long time, like 4 or 6 decades. __________________ You are never to old to enjoy your childhood. Forty1fordpickup on the HAMB.

12-09-2016, 02:27 AM	#6
flatheadmurre Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Sweden Posts: 3,045	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) A local parts store ?? Nice to have an actual person to assist you... Otherwise there are re-ring kits online from Clegg and falcon. While you´re at it give the oiling of the rockers some attention it´s a weak spot on that engine.

12-09-2016, 11:00 AM	#7
41ford1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: ManchVegas, New Hampshah Posts: 1,589	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help If you have an operation like this in your area use them. http://sanelautoparts.net/about/what-make-us-unique/ The machine shop crew here knows their stuff. This is not your typical parts store. Like flatheadmurre says oiling is an issue. I had the block cleaned and checked for cracks when i did mine. There is only one supply line to the rocker shaft. Make sure it is clean and not kinked. Where it is pushed into the block under the side cover make sure the rubber sleeve is fully seated. Check the flow by manually spinning the oil pump. __________________ You are never to old to enjoy your childhood. Forty1fordpickup on the HAMB.

12-09-2016, 12:46 PM	#8
KiWinUS Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Charlotte NC KiWi-L100 available here Posts: 2,954	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help Try Bob Selzan @ Half Ton Fun in NJ 732 928 9421 closed wed. Sat. & Sun. He had everything for my 48 six cyl. & almost all NOS Ford. Good luck , let us know how you get on . Cheers Tony

12-09-2016, 02:59 PM	#9
tz5dv9 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 12	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help Thanks guys for responding and also for the good advice.

12-09-2016, 08:16 PM	#10
scicala Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Detroit suburb, MI Posts: 3,698	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help tz5dv9, I have a complete 215 out of a '52 Customline that ran good when removed with 52K original miles. Has trans clutch and bell housing. Also has air cleaner, carb, generator, starter and fan. I am also in Michigan (Shelby Township) northeast of Detroit. If interested in the engine/trans, send me a PM with you're email address, and I can send pictures. Sal

12-10-2016, 09:14 PM	#11
HDowse Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hancock, New Hampshire Posts: 375	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help 41Ford1, are you using the Sanel's in Concord or Manchester? Good to know they are pros. I buy the paint for my shop from them.

12-14-2016, 04:47 PM	#13
flathead 53 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: central nj Posts: 717	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help I have an NOS oil pump in the box brand new for a 1953, 215 cu in engine,$50 plus shipping.

12-15-2016, 08:08 AM	#14
Chuck Kuntz Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 13,688	Re: 1953, 215ci rebuild help I have some NOS engine parts for your motor. Probably less than half what most suppliers ask. Let me know when you find out what oversizes you need.