SSdoxie
Elite Member
The 235 engine will fit right in without modifications or other required parts. Part number of the 235 HST is different but that is only because of design of internal directional check valve and high pressure relief valve.
I am concerned with the "weld and grind" crank......specifically the weld part. I'd want to make sure I was dealing with an experienced shop. Why not just grind the crank undersized and get appropriate bearings. Putting heat to the journal of a crank for welding.....thats a last ditch effort to save a expensive or obsolete crank IMO
Oversize bearings are not available, or at least not so far. It is my understanding that building the crank up frequently warps it a bit as well as changing the temper to some degree. My machinist assured me that the temper would cause no problems and his crank guy would be able to get the crank back in proper shape. He said he has used him for 20+ years. I believe he is located in Cincinnatti Ohio.