Transmission Crossmembers
 

1969 Camaro with a DSE subframe and T56 transmission.
What are my options for the crossmember?
I'm concerned with keeping the exhaust up as close to the floor pan as possible.
I really like what DSE does on their custom builds as it's all built directly into the tunnel, but unfortunately they don't offer these components

Hooker has a very nice piece. I have one in my car and it fits very well. Big openings for exhaust to pass through.

http://i.imgur.com/vnUHm6x.jpg

Actually DSE does sell their version of the T56 crossmember, but it's quite spendy.

http://www.detroitspeed.com/1967-196...ossmember.html

Does it bolt right up to the DSE subframe?
Can a GM transmission mount be used on it or does it require a special one?
What type of headers did you use ?
Are there any other issues that will be encountered?
I like the way it looks over the Bowler mount I was looking at

What engine you gonna run? I'm running a SBC with my T56 Mag in the DSE subframe. I used a GForce crossmember that was supposed to fit but it required a lot of fabrication to make it work. Unless you have a welder and some fabricating skils, I would not recommend it.

Going to run the LS3 525hp crate motor

Mine bolted right up with no issues.

I had an energy suspension mount that didn't seem to fit (wouldn't sit down in the pocket of the crossmember). I did some research and saw it required a specific Prothane mount. I will be putting my engine/transmission back in my car in about 2-3 weeks, and haven't tried that mount yet, but will let you know soon. Worst case I may have to slot the holes slightly to bring the crossmember further forward in the car by about 1/8-1/4".

My car is a turbo car, so headers wouldn't be applicable to you. I have stainless works up/forward turbo headers that have been modified.

Other issues mentioned above, mount is specific and dependent if mount makes it fit perfect I MIGHT have to slot the mounting holes.

I really like the looks fo this one too and it really does give a TON of room for exhaust to route through it. I have 3" exhaust through mine and there is room to spare.

I've got the same crossmember. I have a SBC coupled to a T-56. I had to alter mine, but I can't think of a better one, I really like it.

ls3/t56, stainless works, dse subframe and i had to alter mine. I moved it closer to the front of the car and also had to remove a a lot of metal bc it hit my headers.