I am planning to put a 261 in my '53 3100, using the original bell housing and SM420 transmission that were on the 216. I am converting to open driveline.

Should I use the front engine mount and the original rear engine/transmission mounts?

Without the torque tube, does the transmission need additional support?


'53 3100 5-window
'57 Mercury Monterey 2-Door Sedan
Tim H