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1967 Pontiac Temptest Transmission Tunnel Enlarging

Here, the engine centerline is being placed in the center of the framerails with the help of a steel T-square. Once you find the ideal location for the engine/trans assembly, you'll want to take copious measurements between engine mounting points, trans mounting points, and the frame. These will help you fabricate the motor mounts and crossmember. You'll note that we're still a long way off from cutting the body. It can't be seen in the shot, but there's a floor jack under the trans to help establish the angle of the engine/trans assembly.
Transmission Tunnel Enlargement - Tunnel Of Love

Here, the engine centerline is being placed in the center of the framerails with the help of a steel T-square. Once you find the ideal location for the engine/trans assembly, you'll want to take copious measurements between engine mounting points, trans mounting points, and the frame. These will help you fabricate the motor mounts and crossmember. You'll note that we're still a long way off from cutting the body. It can't be seen in the shot, but there's a floor jack under the trans to help establish the angle of the engine/trans assembly.  View Related Article

 

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