Test Fit

After the decision to move to the 6L80E transmission, we assembled a new Art Morrison transmission crossmember.

New transmission mount from Art Morrison

We were concerned that the body’s previous tunnel modifications for the Tremec would not work.

A careful placement of the body on the frame to take a look

We were very happy to see daylight between the transmission and the tunnel.

Great to see so much room!
This is the closest point

We will have to find a low profile transmission oil pan – the standard pan is too low for this chassis.

A low profile pan will give us a couple more inches of clearance