no engine crossmember for the I6...

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  1. random hero

    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    ok so i've read that u need a engine crossmember for the 302 and the like...but y is there not a crossmember for the I6...or did i just read wrong about the 8 swap?
     
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  2. eddie1975

    eddie1975 Windsor Specialist

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    6cyl never had belly bars...always on a v8 car

    and when i say never and always i mean mostly all, im sure there is an exception somewhere
     
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    bmcdaniel Senile Member Supporting Member

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    You don't need a belly bar for a V8 swap. I put my first V8 in my car nearly 34 years ago and I have never had a belly bar installed.
     
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    I6 cars dont have the belly bar. it was just there to help with the extra weight of a heavier v8.
     
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    What does a belly bar look like? I may need one some day.
     
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