[TheJDMan]

The problem I see with that style cross member is that the weight of the transmission is supported by the thin sheet metal floor pan and not the more substantial sub frame rails. While it does provide for more exhaust clearance under the floor, it also is more prone to flexing and possible floor pan sagging. On the other hand a conventional cross member ties all three mount points of the engine/trans assembly into the sub frame creating one complete assembly. It just seems to me that you give up some rigidity by not tying the cross member to the sub frame. Just sayin.