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10-18-2014, 08:40 AM

bjmayberry2

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Originally Posted by 56panelford

If a M11 cross member is used and the cross member in question is removed is there enough support for the cab? I'm planning on installing a 351/c6 in my pickup, should I be concerned, what is needed. A transmission cross member would be further back than the original member .

I have a 351C with a FMX ( thought it was a C4 until I pulled it

) in my panel. The PO cut the cross member and then bolted it back in. The frame has spread as have the cab mounts in the last 25 years, with NO driving.

Was togeather 25 years ago!

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10-18-2014, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by bjmayberry2

I have a 351C with a FMX ( thought it was a C4 until I pulled it

) in my panel. The PO cut the cross member and then bolted it back in. The frame has spread as have the cab mounts in the last 25 years, with NO driving.

Was together 25 years ago!

So there is room to put the cross member back in or is it even necessary to remove it in the first place?

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