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I have a LS swap S4 and looking to convert my custom engine mount/cross member to front plate for weight reduction. This would remove the custom cross member, engine mount + Engine mount bracket.
Looking into the plate it looks like typically it is installed with a mid plate but looking at how the transmission is mounted, it looks like It would also serve as one would it not? (see first picture)
I also have a Drivetrain stabilizer bar which is how a trans is "normally" mounted. (see 2nd pic)
With those 3 points of contact at the transmission would a Mid plate still be needed?
Thoughts?
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Running Front plate without mid plate? 
