Mike, that's true, V 8 will fit right in. The bell housing mounts and the 230/250 side engine mounts were used by Chevy/ gmc in the 60's and early 70's. Had a couple of late 60's early 70's trucks with 230/250 side mounts, with the transmission just hanging outback. Never a problem.


Tommy
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