There's no need to buy a lifting plate for an EFI V8. A scrap of angle iron, some chain, and a couple of bolts work fine. Bolt the chain between the angles, then use the gasket as a template to mark the manifold holes. Add some extra chain bolt holes to make it adjustable for balance, but a ratchet strap is easier. Route it between the top of the chain, and a solid bolt on the front of the block, or the bellhousing.

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