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Also you can note the transfer case that is offset to one side. This is normal and you can also see how I moved the whole transmission and case upwards a couple inches above the stock location. This is why I'll be fabbing a new crossmember to allow the whole mounting system to be between the main frame rails and not hang down underneath it. This arrangement worked out great because it allows for the best positioning of the V8. Factors in the exact engine placement include, being able to have room for the front sump oil pan, being able to still remove the oil drain plug from that pan, being able to use the factory oil filter mount, the wide overhead cam heads will interfere with the shock towers, the two piece drive shaft is very well built and allows for great flexibility, room for exhaust headers, room for ventilation around the front and rear of the engine and a few other things that I'm sure I left out.

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