Engine Support Beam

4.6L Engine Support Beam

The engine support beam provides a simple, inexpensive and robest means of supporting the engine when dropping the k-member. Total material cost is under $25.

Fabrication Notes:
1. Break bottom corners of 2x3 steel tube to allow a flush fit in corner on steel angle
2. Use 5/8" hole saw for forming holes
3. Weld at all seams between steel angle and steel tube
4. Break corners and edges of steel angle that engage the sheetmetal of vehicle
5. Use 12"x1/2" eyelet bolts with 1/2" rod couplers and 1/2 washers

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