any advice on removing crossmember for 3 speed?

[rsavage]

A much easier job with the engine and tranny out. I did it on my Burb and it was a tedious job as the engine remained in. Used angle grinder when I could and air chisel, sharpening the chisels often as I do not have torches. I also did what 71meangreenc10 suggested both on removal of the stick crossmember and the installation of the new auto crossmember. Used grade 8 1/2 " bolts to bolt the pieces together. Makes getting it between the frame rails easier when you are dealing with one set of crossmember ears at a time. The rivets drive out easier once the head is sheared off if you can drill through the center of them too. Watch your gas and brake lines on the left inside of the frame when you remove and install the crossmembers. Have fun.