Hooker BlackHeart has quickly become the leader in LS engine swaps and we are excited to offer this crossmember for 68-72 GM A-Body Convertible and El Camino vehicles with LS engines. The crossmember is specifically designed to fit the narrower, boxed frame rails of the A-body Convertible and El Camino models. It is compatible with our current 1968-72 A-body LS swap engine mounting brackets (71221006HKR and 71221007HKR) to provide optimized engine fitment and U-joint operating angles.
Features:
- Specific geometry designed to fit the narrower, boxed frame rails of the A-body Convertible and El Camino models.
- High strength-low alloy steel construction provides for a strong transmission mounting solution.
- CAD designed to provide optimized installation, fitment, component clearances and exhaust system ground clearance.
- Provides for direct installation of 4th-gen F-body T56, aftermarket T56 Magnum or 4L80/4L85 transmissions.
- Provides for installation of 4L60/4L70, TH400 or 2004R transmissions through the use of available adapter kits.
- Shares the same exhaust arch location as the stock 1968-72 Chevelle crossmember for easy retrofitting.
- Black semi-gloss powder coating provides a durable and attractive finish.
- Compatible with 1968-72 A-body LS swap engine mounting brackets P/N’s 71221006HKR and 71221007HKR to provide optimized engine fitment and U-joint operating angles.
Note:
NOT COMPATIBLE WITH TREMEC TR6060 TRANSMISSIONS.
1968-72 GM A-Body Convertible/El Camino. Provide installation capabilities for installing a Powerglide, TH350, 2004R, TH400, 4L60-4L70, 4L80/4L85, 4th-gen F-body T56, T56 Magnum, or TKO transmission (separate adapter may be required for installation).
Hooker Headers warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase.