Mid Motor Plate - SBF 289-351W

The Mid Motor Plate - SBF 289-351W from Competition Engineering is engineered for builders and mechanics tackling traditional small-block Ford engine swaps and mid-engine conversions. This mounting plate serves as the structural interface between your engine block and transmission bellhousing, critical for vehicles undergoing serious performance modifications, custom chassis builds, or exotic engine repositioning. Whether you're constructing a street rod, race car, or experimental mid-engine platform, this plate provides the precision mounting geometry your build demands.

Manufactured by Competition Engineering to exacting tolerances, the Mid Motor Plate - SBF 289-351W is designed to accommodate 289 and 351W small-block Ford engines with perfect concentricity and alignment. The plate's rigid construction minimizes deflection under power transfer loads, ensuring reliable drivetrain engagement and reducing wear on transmission components. At 5.25 lbs and dimensioned for optimal fitment (17.4 x 0.05 x 32.25 inches), this adapter plate integrates seamlessly into custom engine bay layouts while maintaining the structural integrity your modification requires.

Restoration shops, race teams, and dedicated fabricators depend on this plate when repositioning small-block Ford mills or upgrading vintage platforms. If you're installing a 289 or 351W in a non-original location—whether mid-engine for weight distribution, rearward for chassis balance, or in a custom tube frame—proper engine-to-transmission coupling is non-negotiable. Verify bellhousing bolt pattern compatibility with your transmission before installation to ensure correct fit and driveline geometry.