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LostMy65 · 05-31-2011, 10:39 AM

I used the original brackets and mounts.
If I remember correctly, the newer mounts got in the way of the down dump ramshorn exhaust manifold.
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munchieu · 05-31-2011, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

You can use the '82 motor mounts and frame brackets, but you will need a spacer on top of the frame and drill two holes on each side. Just like the pics that 63MOUSE posted. If you were to locate a pair of the frame brackets from a '73-'87 C20, you wouldn't need the spacer on top of the frame.

The alternative would be to use a pair of the original 230/250 I6 and V8 motor mount brackets. I have a few sets if you decide to go that way.

Captian, the pic I post of the frame brackets and mounts are from a 82 C20.

redneck6 · 05-31-2011, 06:51 PM

what i did i have not replaced the crossmember yet , but di replace the towers and they are from a 78 c10 . was notch the fram rails and let the engine wigh the towers down and those top bolts went right in this is with a 454 thought . and on the bottom holes of the towers i belive we just redrilled them . and all lines up perfect and square . may have lowered the motor hight just a tad thought . i can get pics if need .

munchieu · 05-31-2011, 07:23 PM

I think I may just go with the tublar towers with clam shell motor mounts. I know that will bolt into the top of frame. I may need to drill x member. I also heard the tublar ones move engine forward a bit to help the hei dist clear the firewall. Drawback, $$$$$ money tight around here!

**Captainfab** · 06-01-2011, 01:03 AM

I went back and looked again and I see that they are very close to the right height for the frame. I think you could just trim the frame back about 1/2-3/4", drill new holes and you're done. You should probably check the center to center distance of the motor mounts, before you drill those holes. According to protrash64's build thread, that measurement should be aprox 16-3/4"

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=272654&page=9

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Originally Posted by munchieu

Captian, the pic I post of the frame brackets and mounts are from a 82 C20.

63gmcguy · 06-08-2011, 03:40 PM

If you dont wont to remove your old X member your newer arms should bolt to it little easier that way

05-31-2011, 10:39 AM	#26
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,525	Re: 82 front suspension on a 66 questions I used the original brackets and mounts. If I remember correctly, the newer mounts got in the way of the down dump ramshorn exhaust manifold. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

05-31-2011, 06:51 PM	#28
redneck6 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: sparks nv Posts: 142	Re: 82 front suspension on a 66 questions what i did i have not replaced the crossmember yet , but di replace the towers and they are from a 78 c10 . was notch the fram rails and let the engine wigh the towers down and those top bolts went right in this is with a 454 thought . and on the bottom holes of the towers i belive we just redrilled them . and all lines up perfect and square . may have lowered the motor hight just a tad thought . i can get pics if need . __________________ 64 chevy c10 swb fleet small back window , in progress 454/400 swap , disc front disc rear , and just geting it on the road . 09 ford f350 cc swb 4x4 6.4l , to haul the others home . 2011 chevy hhr not mine but love the milage ..

05-31-2011, 07:23 PM	#29
munchieu Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ca Posts: 82	Re: 82 front suspension on a 66 questions I think I may just go with the tublar towers with clam shell motor mounts. I know that will bolt into the top of frame. I may need to drill x member. I also heard the tublar ones move engine forward a bit to help the hei dist clear the firewall. Drawback, $$$$$ money tight around here!

06-08-2011, 03:40 PM	#31
63gmcguy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lebanon,Tennessee Posts: 32	Re: 82 front suspension on a 66 questions If you dont wont to remove your old X member your newer arms should bolt to it little easier that way

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