valley pan reinforcement bars

[GoMangoBoys]

We are about to get back on to building our engine.  I am not sure we will get this far this weekend but do you guys usually use these?
https://www.manciniracing.com/bengine.html
Thanks

[usraptor]

Those were OEM parts on my '70 Cuda's 440.  However, mine are now billet aluminum from 440 source. https://store.440source.com/Billet-Aluminum-Valley-Pan-Holddown-Bars-RB-engine-New/productinfo/200-1041/ I bought them to replaced the OEM metal ones for a little more bling to the engine since I also have an aluminum intake and water pump housing, etc.  This was the only pic I could find of them partially installed. Sorry about the rag but you get the idea.  Since my current engine is a built 440,  I will use the original OEM ones one the numbers matching engine when I get around to putting it back together.  No rush as it will just sit on a engine stand in the shop.

[Chryco Psycho]

Easy to make your own from a strip of steel bar .