Mid plate vs. no midplate
 

I was told a midplate is just as important as a front engine plate on a "high" horsepower engine (above 800) due to movement in a car on a chassis dyno that didn't have one. I say it's a wives tale being they're not allowed in SS yet there are plenty of 900+ hp engines in SS/B - SS/AH with no problems.

Opinions?

Re: Mid plate vs. no midplate
 

Actually, they are allowed in SS. Just put one in mine. Section 11A, page 7 of the current rulebook.

Re: Mid plate vs. no midplate
 

Well, I'm a FFFFord guy an as such, Bob Glidden wouldn't use an engine stand. And thats on engine's not running.

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I run a Front plate and solid steel motor mounts in my SS/AS Mustang and it makes over 900HP, I have not seen any problems as of late.

Re: Mid plate vs. no midplate
 

The use of a midplate is a plus and if the rules allows it, use it.

It stiffens the chassis and also limits the torsional twist and stresses on both the engine block and transmission.

In many cars, it improves the 60' numbers,

If you have to use a diaper, it makes the installation and removal easier.
It makes engine removal easier too.

Re: Mid plate vs. no midplate
 

Thanks. I'm falling behind with rules.:o

Re: Mid plate vs. no midplate
 

SSDivn6 mirrors my feelings.

I think it is a good addition and see no down side to doing so.

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Re: Mid plate vs. no midplate
 

The mid-plate can only be part or integral to the firewall in Comp Super Modified class.

For Super Stock class, the firewall and mid-plate must be separate pieces.

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Does anyone have pictures of a legal firewall in FWD converted modified they wouldn't mind sharing?