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im really not diggin those, no offense .
i hope its strong enough.
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did you see how i graphted the stock cross member into the rails?
if you decide to do this, you may need to extend the cross member.
that cross member you have is a speed way style mount for a small block F/C
i have torn them to *****, with a mild small block and a 4 speed.
and the 1/2" bolt that holds either side... i hope you dont have any mishaps!
IMO, its better to have the engine resting on a plate, then suspended from a bolt.
its your project man, and i dig it, but im just trying to share some of the things ive done, and failed at in the past.
no PCV valves, only a CDR.
you can get a new one, they do gum up sometimes, but you can also clean yours.
may want to search CDR mods.
you need test strips to check for the SCA in the coolant.
a rule of thumb for me is... if i need to test it, im changing it.
i use peak fleet guard.
as far as the smoke, is this on a cold engine?