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the motor doesnt bolt to it so i can take it out and rebuild without too much trouble. just thought if i didnt have to i wouldnt.
 


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anyone else think removing the crossmember and not replacing it is a bad idea? keep in mind 5.0l and 40"s. im concerned about the frame twisting under load. thanx
 

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I know you will need to remove it but you definatly need to replace it. I did on mine with a 2'' by 2'' 1/4'' walled piece in the front where the bumper use to be and also bent a piece of tubing that hugs the oil pan and bolts to the engine motor mounts are.
 

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if anyone has pics of what they did please pm to me
 

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