Just curious about the engine block plate (the steel plate between the motor and tranny). 3.8 and 5.0 the same plate/interchangable?
I am not sure about between a 3.8 and 5.0
However I did take an eninge out, ( at a u-pull-r-parts) and it was of an auto car.. and that plate between the Transmission and engine I was told is different between an Automatic Transmission, and a Manual Transmission.
Automatic being of Thin Aluminum
Manual being of thicker Steel I believe.
So with that... if you are looking for one to modify (if needed) for the 5.0 be sure to find one from an Automatic.... It will be easier to work with.
Karl
now that i think of it, i have an auto plate. and yes they are very different from auto to manual. if you can forward me a pic of what you intend to use or are looking at, i can check mine and see if they are the same.
This is the Thicker 5spd plate...
It has been sand blasted and painted with aluminum colored paint.
Karl
you might want to apply some concrete sealer to your floor soon.