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JD'S 69 · 03-08-2025, 08:37 PM

Not sure if this is the right spot to ask questions. Has anyone removed the rivets on the trans cross member and moved it forward about 1 inch. Is this possible, I know the engine mounts could be moved but trans cross member might be tricky.
I have attached some photos, not sure if I'm doing this correct.
Thanks Jeron

**LockDoc** · 03-08-2025, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JD'S 69

Not sure if this is the right spot to ask questions. Has anyone removed the rivets on the trans cross member and moved it forward about 1 inch. Is this possible, I know the engine mounts could be moved but trans cross member might be tricky.
I have attached some photos, not sure if I'm doing this correct.
Thanks Jeron

I have never tried it but you should be able to. 1" isn't all that far. What is the problem you are running into? You would have to move the clutch z-bar bracket on the frame and lengthen the clutch linkage rod too.

**Palf70Step** · 03-09-2025, 07:35 AM

They can be done, much easier with body off.

with what LockDoc said though.

**Mickeymotormount** · 03-09-2025, 08:25 AM

You have to measure the distance from the rear set of engine mount bracket holes to set of holes your brackets are in now. Whatever that distance is, the crossmember must also move forward.

Not quite sure if the same crossmember will work since it is moving upward into the frame. The bends on the crossmember ends may not work exactly in the new location. You may have to search for a true V-8 crossmember which came in the forward set of holes from the factory.

HalfBrit · 03-09-2025, 09:33 AM

Since the frame rises in that area, it seems like you would be changing your engine angle as well (raising the rear of the transmission). Just a thought. If you're going to the trouble of removing it you could just install a "regular" crossmember that supports the transmission tail shaft. That would give you the most engine location flexibility.

JD'S 69 · 03-09-2025, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

I have never tried it but you should be able to. 1" isn't all that far. What is the problem you are running into? You would have to move the clutch z-bar bracket on the frame and lengthen the clutch linkage rod too.

I have very little clearance from distributor to fire wall.

JD'S 69 · 03-09-2025, 11:08 AM

Thanks I will look at cross members.

**LockDoc** · 03-09-2025, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by JD'S 69

Thanks I will look at cross members.

Here is a thread where I posted the difference between the I6 and V8 cross members and where they are mounted. The holes are there for both of them....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=9145757

Like Mickey mentioned your best bet would probably be to source a v8 cross member.

03-08-2025, 08:37 PM	#1
JD'S 69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Baker city Oregon Posts: 271	1969 chevy truck engine move forward. Not sure if this is the right spot to ask questions. Has anyone removed the rivets on the trans cross member and moved it forward about 1 inch. Is this possible, I know the engine mounts could be moved but trans cross member might be tricky. I have attached some photos, not sure if I'm doing this correct. Thanks Jeron Attached Images __________________ When I stand before god at the at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and I could say," I used everything you gave me" My 69 stepper http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601095

03-09-2025, 07:35 AM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,466	Re: 1969 chevy truck engine move forward. They can be done, much easier with body off. with what LockDoc said though. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

03-09-2025, 08:25 AM	#4
Mickeymotormount Active Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Quakertown, Pa. Posts: 120	Re: 1969 chevy truck engine move forward. You have to measure the distance from the rear set of engine mount bracket holes to set of holes your brackets are in now. Whatever that distance is, the crossmember must also move forward. Not quite sure if the same crossmember will work since it is moving upward into the frame. The bends on the crossmember ends may not work exactly in the new location. You may have to search for a true V-8 crossmember which came in the forward set of holes from the factory. __________________ John 1967 C20 2WD Longbed 2001 2500 HD 4X4 Extended cab long bed

03-09-2025, 09:33 AM	#5
HalfBrit Registered User Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kernersville, NC Posts: 102	Re: 1969 chevy truck engine move forward. Since the frame rises in that area, it seems like you would be changing your engine angle as well (raising the rear of the transmission). Just a thought. If you're going to the trouble of removing it you could just install a "regular" crossmember that supports the transmission tail shaft. That would give you the most engine location flexibility.

03-09-2025, 11:08 AM	#7
JD'S 69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Baker city Oregon Posts: 271	Re: 1969 chevy truck engine move forward. Thanks I will look at cross members. __________________ When I stand before god at the at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and I could say," I used everything you gave me" My 69 stepper http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601095

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