project: What did I get myself into 50 chevy

[MrDude_1]

just my opinion, but that engine looks way too high...
id lower it until the bottom of the oil pan is only 1/4" higher then the "skidplate" and bottom of the front crossmember.
everything under the cab will clear better, the truck will handle better, etc..
downside is the engine will be harder to reach with the fenders on, and the mechanical fuel pump (if you have one) may be very close to the crossmember. (notch or run a E-pump)