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Transmission Crossmember 1973-1987 GM C-10, 15 2WD, LS, Lt Swap 4L80 Transmission Crossmember Also Fits 1979-1987 C20 2WD & 1973-1982 Blazer, Jimmy 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
SKU: H00I BHS549
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Part #: BHS549
These new crossmembers have been redesigned and are less expensive than the previous crossmember & work with engine mounting brackets BHS540 for both the GM LS & Gen-V LT engines. Choose the crossmember based on the transmissions that you want to run in your 1973-1987 C10:Crossmember BHS548 fits 4L60E, 4L65E, 4L70E, 4L75E, and 6L80 TransmissionsCrossmember BHS549 fits 4L80E, and 4L85E TransmissionsCrossmember BHS550 fits T56, and T56 Magnum TransmissionsThese crossmembers, when used with BHS540, provide the ideal u-joint angles and the best clearance for 3.00 Inch dual exhaust.Revised Design with Lower PricingFits 1973-1987 C10/15 2WD, 1979-1987 C20 2WD & 1973-1982 Blazer/Jimmy 2WDLS/Gen-V LT Swap Transmission CrossmembersDesigned for Use with All 1973-1987 C10 LS/Gen-V LT Swap ComponentsUse with BHS540 Engine Mounting Brackets (Also Works with 12621HKR)Designed Using CAD Modeling/FEA Analysis for Optimal Strength, Weight, Safety & AppearanceWelded Steel Construction w/ Black Powder Coated FinishProvides an Optimum Engine/Transmission Inclination Angle That is Critical to Obtain Suitable U-Joint Working Angles, when installed with BHS540 Engine Mounting BracketsDesigned in Conjunction with Other Hooker Blackheart C10 Engine Swap Parts to Provide Bolt-in Installation of Hooker LS and LT Swap Manifolds and Exhaust Systems for this ApplicationProvides the Highest Clearance Available for up to 3.00 Exhaust SystemDetails:Application: 1973-1987 Chevrolet / GMC C10 Series TruckColor: BlackEmission Code: 6Engine: GM Gen III/IV (LS)Finish: Black PowdercoatedMaterial: SteelMotor Type: GM LS, GM LTProduct Type: Transmission CrossmemberTransmission: 4L80E, 4L85EType of Component: CrossmemberWarning: California Proposition 65
Features:
- Revised Design with Lower Pricing
- Revised Design With Lower Pricing
- Fits 1973-1987 C10/15 2WD, 1979-1987 C20 2WD & 1973-1982 Blazer/Jimmy 2WD
- Designed For Use W/1973-1987 C10
- LS/Gen-V LT Swap Transmission Crossmembers
- Use w/BHS540 Engine Mount
- Designed for Use with All 1973-1987 C10 LS/Gen-V LT Swap Components
- Designed Using CAD Modeling
- Use with BHS540 Engine Mounting Brackets (Also Works with 12621HKR)
- Welded Steel Construction w/Black Powder Coated Finish
- Designed Using CAD Modeling/FEA Analysis for Optimal Strength, Weight, Safety & Appearance
- Welded Steel Construction w/ Black Powder Coated Finish
- Provides an Optimum Engine/Transmission Inclination Angle That is Critical to Obtain Suitable U-Joint Working Angles, when installed with BHS540 Engine Mounting Brackets
- Designed in Conjunction with Other Hooker Blackheart C10 Engine Swap Parts to Provide Bolt-in Installation of Hooker LS and LT Swap Manifolds and Exhaust Systems for this Application
- Provides the Highest Clearance Available for up to 3.00" Exhaust System
Blackheart Transmission Crossmember | LS/Gen-V LT Swap | Fits 1973-1987 C10/15 2WD/1979-1987 C20 2WD/1973-1982 Blazer/Jimmy 2WD 4L80 Transmission
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| Brand | Hooker |
| Part Number | H00I BHS549 |
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