1969 3 speed to a TH400

[lane620]

I know some one has already done this that could help me with some advice. i pulled the old 307 an 3 speed manual out an im putting in a 454 with a th400. My question is do I need to remove the old bell housing cross member. Im waiting on engine part to come in so im trying to prep as much as possible before the install.

[volksworld]

yes you no longer need the bell housing crossmember...but you need the transmission crossmember that attaches to the tranny mount on the tailshaft