I've had my 5.7 Hemi in my 70 Cuda with a TF727 behind it for over 12 years now and never had any kind of support piece on it like that. I've never had an issue. Is it really necessary or is it something the aftermarket wants you to think is necessary?
I don't know? I just wanted it because I'm running a non stock oil pan and have an open space exposing the flexplate and Torque converter.
I just wanted to clean it up that's all... If I must I'll fab up a cover like they have on the 727/904.