[xb-60]

Got a question about scattershields and bellhousings in general, and then specifically for the Ford Windsor and Toploader application.

Firstly, what I have to select from of course are:
• the standard aluminium alloy bellhousing, which would be quite adequate for my application
• a QuickTime RM-6063 which includes the block plate, Toploader mounting screws, scattershield mounting screws, as well as some little brackets and screws, and what looks like some alignment rings or spacers
• a Lakewood 15200 scattershield, and it doesn't include anything else.

The QT is significantly more expensive than the Lakewood, but obviously it does include a lot more bits.
It's the block plate (sandwich plate?) that I'm concerned a little about if I went with either the standard bellhousing or the Lakewood scattershield. This plate is essential, I assume? It shields the front lower area of the bellhousing / scattershield? I haven't worked with an SBF previously, hence the questions.
At a quick look, I can't find a block plate specifically for the Lakewood or the standard bellhousing.
I was considering the cheaper (than QT) alternatives, but once I have bought the HT screws, block plate, and any other bits, maybe I should just source a QuickTime scattershield?

Am I missing anything? Opinions appreciated.

Cheers,
Glen