But the El Camino was so similar to the Chevelle in 1964 (with the exception of the truck bed, of course), that it carried both El Camino and Chevelle emblems. When the car returned in 1964, it was smaller and based on the Chevelle platform (this echoed Ford’s shrinking of its car/truck, the Ranchero, when it began to be based on the Falcon platform). When the first El Camino was introduced in 1959, it was based on the full-size Chevrolet platform. Otherwise, the body style and looks of the El Camino stayed very similar to what they had been the year before, other than the removal of the Chevelle emblems. The rear of the truck was changed, as well, and this year featured single lens taillights and backup lamps were moved to the bumper. The front end was altered with a new hood, grille and bumper, which gave the car a more distinguished look than the 1964 model that had been nearly completely flat. Increased sales for the year proved that Chevy had the right idea with the new El Camino. The El Camino was given some nice touchups in 1965 along with some additional engine options that made the car/truck hybrid even better. The car sold particularly well in the Midwest, as drivers loved the ride of the car platform with the practicality of a truck. If you choose to use the stock size 3/8″ hardware, it is strongly recommended to use new Grade #8 fasteners to compensate.When Chevy introduced the second-generation of the El Camino in 1964 after a three-year hiatus, they found themselves with an immediate hit. Instead, use the provided 7/16″ hardware and enlarge holes in your frame rails with a 1/2″ drill-bit. The RCAE bolts directly to the frame rails using the factory frame holes. Some vehicles of this generation are equipped with a crossmember that bolt directly to the frame rail, while others are equipped with transmission crossmembers that utilize tab that sits on the frame rails and are embedded with a rubber liner. Some applications will not require any spacers. Use longer bolts to insure full engagement into transmission mount. Position them between the crossmember and your GM three-hole transmission mount. If you need them, aluminum spacers are provided to customize the height of your transmission mount. This transmission crossmember is installed with transmission mounting tabs positioned towards front of car, and exhaust double humps are on the top, next to floor pan. See the G Force Crossmember Overview for more info. To ensure proper crossmember selection be sure to measure your frame before you order. The distance between the crossmember frame mounting holes is 53-5/8".We recommend a polyurethane transmission mount.What is a lightweight crossmember? Find out here. If you are looking for improved performance check out our lighter weight, next generation for this transmission crossmember- RCAENG-BLK.Will not fit convertibles or El Caminos with boxed frame. Fits Models: Chevelle, El Camino, Malibu, Monte Carlo, GS, Skylark, 442, Cutlass, F85, Grand Prix, GTO, LeMans, Tempest, Special, Sport Wagon, Vista Cruiser.
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