The truck didn't have a tranny cross member when it had the GMC engine and stock tranny. It is supported by the bell housing mounts. I'm sure your 235 is mounted the same way.

You still have 3 mounting points, front and sides. There is nothing "can't be good" about it.

"It's just a phase. He'll grow out of it." Mama, 1964

1956 Chevy 1/2-ton 3100
1953 Chevy 6100 "The Yard dog"
1954 GMC Suburban Now with a new proud owner.