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Remanufactured 1954 Chevy 261 4.3L L6 Short Block Engine
1954-56 GM Chevy 261 4.3L L6 Short Block Engine Remanufactured - Image 2
1954 Chevy 261 4.3L L6 Short Block Engine, crank view
1954 Chevy 261 4.3L L6 Short Block Engine, timing view
1954 Chevy 261 4.3L L6 Short Block Engine Remanufactured. Decked view
1954 Chevy 261 4.3L L6 Short Block Engine, vertical view
Remanufactured 1954 Chevy 261 4.3L L6 Short Block Engine

1954-56 GM Chevy 261 4.3L L6 Short Block Engine Remanufactured

$2,695.00

Remanufactured Short Block Engine
1954-56 GM 261
Block Only, No Head
Full Pressure Oiling; Side Mount
Casting# 3703414

Price reflects Exchange w/Good Rebuildable Core.
Core Charge: $850.00
Core Charge added at Checkout, Not Included in Price.

Ready for Pickup/Ship

Shipping Extra – Contact for Estimate
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Description

Rebuilt Remanufactured GM Chevy 261 Short Block Engine.

 

Remanufactured OEM Chevy 261 Short Block Engine rebuilt to manufacturers specifications. Affordable option to restore your engine. If your bottom end is tired and worn, this short block may be the answer to get you back on the road.

Engine Size: GM Chevy 261 4.3L OHV 12V L6
Years: 1954-1956
Type: Short Block Engine
Condition: Remanufactured Stock Rebuild
Casting#: 3703414

 

Specifications:

Brand: GM Chevrolet
GM Chevy 261 4.3L OHV 12V L6
Casting#: 3703414
Material: Cast Iron
Engine Mount: Side
Configuration: Inline-6, Straight 6, L6

3rd Generation with High-Pressure Oil System

Type: Short Block – Bottom End Only- No Cylinder Head.
No Covers, Oil Pan, Pickup Tube, or other external components.

Condition: Remanufactured, Stock Rebuild. Zero miles.

  • Fitment Responsibility: The buyer is responsible for verifying part numbers, compatibility, and pictures to ensure the part fits their vehicle. 

 

Designed for Heavy Duty GM Chevy Truck applications.

 

Engines Remanufactured to meet or exceed OEM Specifications:

  • Cleaned – Teardown and Hot Tanked
  • Inspected – All components are inspected for wear, damage, cracks, and issue cause, if any.  Cast iron is magnafluxed.
  • Machining – Resurfaced, Recondition/Grinding Crank and Cam, Convert Babbitt Rods to Insert Type Connecting Rods (if equipped), Bore & Hone Block, and Deck Block
  • New Parts – Pistons, Rings, Cam Bearings, Main Bearings, Rod Bearings, Timing Set and Freeze Plugs.
  • Cleaned, Painted, and Assembled.

 

Price reflects EXCHANGE with Your Good Rebuildable Core.
No Core requires a Non-refundable Core Charge.
Core Charge is Not part of the Price.

In stock ready to ship or Pickup

2-4 Weeks Processing Time to build Your Good Core if Out of Stock

Pricing:
$2695.00 for Remanufactured Short Block
+ $850 Core Fee (Refundable w/ Good Core)
+ Tax
+ Shipping (if needed).

Local Pickup Available

See Freight Shipping Tab for criteria needed.

Warranty: 6 Months for Non-Commercial Use.
More details on the Warranties page.

No warranty on Track, Racing, or Competition use.


Core Deposit Added at Checkout : $850.00
Full Credit if Your Core is in Good Rebuildable Condition with all components.
No missing, damaged, broken, or cracked components.
*** NOTE: Block Cores that are .30 Over or Higher, will Not receive Full Core Credit.***

Details about Core Charge.

If Out of Stock, we can Rebuild Your Good Rebuildable Engine Core.

 

Questions, Contact Us

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Call Us: 818 767-6603

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Email Us for a Rebuild Estimate, Parts, or Engine Kit

 

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1954 Chevy 261 Engine Specifications

   1954 Chevy 261    Short Block
Engine Size (L):     4.3
Engine Displacement:     261
Head Type:    OHV
Number of Valves:    12
Number of Cylinders:    Inline 6, Straight 6, L6
Condition:    Remanufactured
Warranty:    6 Months
** Note **    SIDE MOUNT
Block Casting #:   3703414
Cylinder Head Material:    N/A - No head
Engine Block Material:    Cast Iron
Flexplate Included:    No
Flywheel Included:    No
Harmonic Balancer Included:    No
Intake Manifold Included:    No
Oil Pan Included:    No
Oil Pickup Tube    No
Timing Cover Included:    No

1954 GM Chevy 261 Applications: Jobmaster

 

2 Ton (6000 or C60 series) Trucks and School Buses

Canadian built full size Pontiacs.

Additional information

Weight 475 lbs
Dimensions 40 × 36 × 30 in

Engine Warranty Information

This is a Brief Summary of warranty terms and conditions.

See Warranty information on  Warranties page.

ENGINE: AS USED IN THIS ENGINE WARRANTY REFERS to the REMANUFACTURED ASSEMBLY (BASIC BLOCK, CYLINDER HEAD AND INTERNAL COMPONENTS) AS SUPPLIED by Valley Auto Parts and Engines (VAP), FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL SALES INVOICE.

Warranty: 6 Months/ 6K miles for Non-Commercial Use.
Commercial warranty is 6 months.

No Warranty on Track, Racing, Performance or Competition use.

The engine warranty covers block, heads, and all internals. Bolt-on accessories, wiring and sensors are not warranted.
Engine warranties are limited to manufacturing defects in the block, heads, pistons, crankshafts, camshafts, rockers, and oil pumps. We do not warranty any attached accessory parts, such as switches, sensors, cables, electronics, belts, hoses, water pumps, manifolds, wire harnesses, valve covers, brackets, flywheel etc.

We are not responsible for improper installation and or labor charges.
We do not assume towing, shipping, transportation, and car rental cost.
Make sure to inspect all parts/engine before signing for them on delivery.
No Refunds will be issued due to Shipping Damage or Broken Items if not reported within 48 Hours of Delivery

WARRANTY IS VOID REGARDLESS OF TIME OR MILEAGE UNDER THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

Improper Installation
Faulty cooling system, radiator, water pump, thermostat, etc.
Unit Runs Hot, Overheats
Operated without proper lubrication or cooling, regardless of reason.
Used for other than Factory intention
Altered or performance usage
Racing, Track, or Competition Use
Damage due to installation or influence of third party work, voids all warranty.

Freight is not paid under this warranty on any parts or engine claims.
Buyer is responsible for shipping costs.

DISCLAIMER:

  • Fitment Responsibility: The buyer is responsible for verifying part numbers, compatibility, and pictures to ensure the part fits their vehicle. 
  • Liability Limitation: Manufacturers disclaim liability for injury, damage, or death resulting from improper use, installation, or failure of parts. The installer is liable and holds the responsibility of assuring that the new part matches the old part before proceeding with the installation. 
  • Installation Advice: Professional installation is strongly recommended, and improperly installed parts can void warranties 
  • No Professional Advice: Information on this website is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional automotive advice or consultation with a qualified technician 
  • Warranty Limitations: Product warranties are limited to replacement of the defective part and do not include labor costs. Warranties are generally not transferable and do not apply to products modified or used for racing. 
  • No part will be warranted if used in high-performance applications, racing applications, and industrial applications 
  • We always recommend that the installer inspect the condition of all related components that pertain to the job, when replacing a part, to avoid failure of these components, in the future. Failure to do so may fail the new part installed and void the warranty. 
  • ALL USED PARTS ARE SOLD 'AS IS' WITH ALL FAULTS: Seller makes no warranties, express or implied, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The buyer assumes the entire risk as to the quality and performance of the parts; for inspection, defects, and future repairs. No labor, towing, or incidental costs are covered.  Used auto parts sold "as-is" are sold in their current condition with No guarantees regarding quality or performance.  Parts are sold exactly as current state. No Labor Coverage- seller is not liable for installation, removal or labor cost.

If you have questions, Contact Us
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Freight Shipping for Engines- Short Blocks or Long Blocks

  1. Local Pickup - Must make an Appointment
  2. Freight Shipping to your Residence, Business or Mechanic Shop.
    We need information to get an accurate shipping quote.
    a.  Is shipping address a Residence or Commercial Business?
    b.  Do you have a Forklift to unload the engine?
    c.  We need at least the Zip Code to get a price.
    d.  Is address Remote, House far from street?  Inform us.
    e.  Is a Delivery Appointment needed?
  3. Home Based Business is Rated as Residential.

Engines are strapped to a pallet.
International Shipping requires a plastic pallet and Certified plywood.  This is in addition to the shipping cost.

If you are Returning a Core, it must be Crated or Strapped to a pallet securely.
You can use the same crate or pallet we shipped to you.
Core Engines must be DRY, drained of all fluids. Otherwise the trucking company will charge you an additional Hazmat fee or they will refuse pickup if the crate leaks or starts leaking.

There is a shipping charge from us to you, and from you to us (core return- if applicable).

***YOU MUST CONTACT US FOR THE SHIPPING ESTIMATE***   818 767-6603 or Engines@vapengines.com.
We will send you a Paypal invoice once shipping charges are accepted.

DO NOT ADD TO CART OR BUY ONLINE UNTIL WE ESTIMATE THE SHIPPING CHARGES.
CONTACT US FOR THE ESTIMATE.

THE “SHIP TO” ADDRESS MUST BE INPUT INTO PAYPAL--BEFORE— YOU MAKE PAYMENT if it is being Delivered to a Shop, Mechanic, or Other address that is not in your Paypal account.

If you plan to ship Your engine to us, we can assist with a Shipping Estimate.
We need to know:
What is your Zip Code?
How much does it weigh?
What are the dimensions (LxWxH)
Is it crated on a Pallet? (This is stackable), usually cost less.
Is it strapped to a pallet, No crate? (Not stackable)
Do you have a forklift to load it?  If not Trucking companies charge for Liftgate Service.
Will it pick up from a Business or a Residence?

We recommend crating it on a pallet.  It prevents damage.
Use at least 2 Heavy Duty Straps to prevent it from sliding or moving around.
These are bouncing around in the back of Big Rigs, so they can get damaged.

Engine Core Charges

Engines are sold on an Exchange basis.

What is an Engine Core Charge?

A Core Charge Fee is a Pre-paid amount billed at the time of sale for your Old Engine (the Core) or Old Cylinder Head (the core) we take as an Exchange for the purchased item.
The amount charged varies with Make, Model, Year, and Engine Size.
Cost is in each Product Listing.

We must Inspect the current condition of your old engine or cylinder head for the Exchange of the Rebuilt Engine or Cylinder Head you are purchasing.  Credit given based on inspection results.
The Engine or Cylinder Head Core must be “Like-for-Like” (Make, Model, Size and Type), no junkyard cores will be accepted.

Core Charge is Refundable if Your engine or cylinder head is in Good Rebuildable Condition with All Engine Components intact.  No Missing, Damaged, Broken, or Cracked Components.

**** NOTE **** Engine Blocks with Bore .030 Oversized or more, will not receive Full Credit.
Really Oversized blocks are not accepted at all as an exchange.
Oversize means too many rebuilds, damage, or wear - may need Re-sleeving, this is not normal wear.

Example of a bad block or head:
Cracks/Welds in engine block or head, this is damage.
Visible Holes in Engine block or head, this is damage.
Missing Parts- Crank, Bearing Caps, Rods, Rod Caps, Cam, Timing Components, etc.
Missing Head parts- Cams, Valves, Springs, Seats, etc.
If it is Not in rebuildable condition or missing parts, there will NOT be a Refund. There may be a Partial Refund.
After inspection we will determine the amount to be Refunded/Credited back, Charges apply if any conditions above are present.

Assembled Cores Preferred.
Torn apart, they may be missing parts.
We have a harder time determining what is wrong if we cannot see it put together.

Your Responsibilities:
Your core must be marked to identify it as YOUR core.
Engines returned disassembled will Void our Core Policy and will be subject to Chargebacks, so send it in Assembled Condition.
Cores must be returned within 20 days of the delivery date to receive credit.
Cores must be Assembled and drained of all fluids, otherwise Hazmat charges will occur.

Core amount for this engine will be in the listing and also in the Short Description by the Price.

ENGINE CANCELLATION/RETURNS:

If you change your mind, decide not to continue, or cancel your Engine Order Purchase for any reason, once the order has been placed and Paid for/Deposit Made, and do not want us to complete your build.

You will incur a 25% shop fee for time, labor, resources, and materials.
Fee will be deducted from Refunded amount.

Questions- 818 767-6603 or Email

California Proposition 65 Cancer and Reproduction Warning:

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including chromium (hexavalent compounds), which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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