03 Dakota ext cab

[dhutton]

I would take a look at the Detroit Speed universal front clip. I used one on my 57 Buick wagon. It’s a nice piece. No Limit Engineering has a front clip too. They are narrower track widths, around 60”.



Also curious why you can’t just raise the engine and push it forward. I have C5 cradles and suspension etc in my 56 Cameo and the engine sits very low in the engine bay. Lots of room to go higher. Have you ruled out using a rear sump oil pan.