Horse Collar Engine Mount 283

[pmercer]

I am changing my 1961 GMC 235 I-6 to a 283 V-8. Is the Horse Collar mount on the I-6 the same as for a V-8? I am also changing the three speed to a 700R4. Will the Horse Collar and the 700R4 mount be sufficient for mounts?

Thanks

Peter

[padresag]

if you are going to a trans rear mount as in 700r4 then you should side mount your eng. as in your orig setup it was mounted b/sides of the b/housing and the frt of the eng, now you want 1 on each side of the eng and 1 under the trans. one should have a 3 point mounting system which helps stabilize the eng from twisting due to the torque. being mounted frt and rear is like being on a pivot
ron

[markeb01]

Here's a link to the various styles of motor mounts available so you'll know what to look for.

http://www.persh.org/pickup/perches.htm

[DPowers]

You will also need to change your trans xmember.

[markeb01]

Here's another link to information regarding the motor mounts and transmission crossmember in the 60-62 series.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=369663