[the67Beast]

I am swapping from the original 3-speed manual to a 700R4 automatic. Is there any way to use the existing manual crossmember for the swap? I know this original sits further up the frame and there may be some angle/ alignment issues with moving it further back. I've already pulled it off the frame and restored it. Or maybe I just put the original on the shelf and buy one of those tubular crossmembers from POL or CPP. Thoughts??