we will raise it up on the rack and I'll try to get some pics.
That would be great! I'll look forward to seeing those photos. Please post here when they are available.
I do remember the entire crossmember the bellhousing mounted on was removed. A trans mount that incorporated a couple diagonals to form a "K" member was used to regain some center of the frame rigidity.
That is an interesting idea. This afternoon I plan to remove the cab and look more carefully at the frame and crossmember.
Thanks for your ideas. I appreciate the voice of experience!