Okay, thanks. I don't want to make a fuss, but that crossmember adds a lot of structural support to the frame besides holding up the rear of the engine. I know some others will not agree... My 50 3600 that I mentioned had a 54 or later crossmember and a bellhousing designed to mount to that crossmember - in the original location. Behind that was the old SM-420 4-speed and original driveshaft. Don't get me wrong, I'm not criticizing your truck. I like it! I hope you have a ball with it.
