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Old 05-03-2018, 12:18 PM   #23
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Re: Project Whipping Post

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What did you use for the tranny crossmember
One from a 73-78 squarebody. I just redrilled the 4 mounting holes in the frame. In full disclosure I moved the LS back about 3 inches and down 2. I used an F-body oil pan and made my own engine mounts. I started with an adapter kit but it sat pretty high and forward in the truck. Right now there is about 1/4" of clearance between the #8 coil pack and the firewall; maybe 3/4" of clearance at the head.

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1965 C-10 - "Whipping Post"
1958 Biscayne - "Ruby"
1961 IH Scout 80 - "Gaucho" (My wife's new project)
1938 Chevy - unstarted project.
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