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06-27-2018, 08:20 PM
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Location: Scottsdale, AZ
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1957 Bellhousing crossmember
A recent post stated that the bellhousing crossmember is required to maintain the rear cab mount integrity. It was also mentioned the front spring mount is attached to this member. I was going to remove this crossmember to allow more clearance for my 700r transmission but i am rethinking that. Can this crossmember be removed by cuttng the rivits and installing bolts? Can this member be trimmed and then boxed? Please share your experiences. Thanks.
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06-27-2018, 09:30 PM
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Re: 1957 Bellhousing crossmember
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06-28-2018, 01:13 AM
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Re: 1957 Bellhousing crossmember
when I removed mine for a frame boxing exercise I had to cut it to get it out. removing the rivets wasn't enough. not enough room to get it outta there. 57 gmc.
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06-28-2018, 01:57 PM
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06-28-2018, 05:36 PM
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Re: 1957 Bellhousing crossmember
On my 55 2nd V8 I cut the crossmember about 6in on each side, from the frame, and removed it. I have a full circle aluminum bellhousing and could not access the clutch with the crossmember in there. Like Mike, I have a crossmember at the rear of the trans and under the mid of the engine as well. Been a couple of years, and no problems yet....
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