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#21232 10/19/2002 1:11 AM | Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 398 Member | | Member Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 398 | Just something I've pondered for awhile. When you install a late model drivetrain in an old truck, what do you do with that crossmember that the original bellhousing attaches to? Do you leave it there and mount the new engine/tranny above it? Do you build a lower crossmember to replace it? Or is it safe to just remove it after installing new engine and transmission mounting crossmembers? TIA. Regards, Wannabe 
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#21233 10/19/2002 1:54 AM | Joined: Mar 2002 Posts: 9,115 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2002 Posts: 9,115 | Tony M, you should offically record this as the SECOND question! | | |
#21234 10/20/2002 2:16 AM | Joined: Jul 2002 Posts: 17 Member | | Member Joined: Jul 2002 Posts: 17 | It has been my experience most people, (including me on my '53) Install a new transmission crossmember and remove the old one. I will be reinforcing the frame with channel and will not need the strenth at the bell housing. Exhaust clearance is an issue for most.
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#21235 10/22/2002 1:06 AM | Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 398 Member | | Member Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 398 | Thanks Ed-that's all I wanted to know. Regards, Wannabe
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