Firewall Clearance

[dallen341]

I did a search but never really found an answer to my question, so here goes. I'm considering the SBC sonversion in my 1987 FJ60 coupled to a Toyota 5-speed. My desire is NOT to ahve to modfy the floor for the shift linkage for the tranny and t-case. With that in mind, how close to the firewall does the motor sit. It has been suggested that I could move the tranny/t-case forward 1.5-2" without having to butch the floorboard and net about 1-1.5" clearance on the valve covers to firewall. The heater hoses would have to be modified, but that is about it.

Anyone have direct experience and can comment?

Thanks...Don

 

[Mark W]

Without some sort of forward shift you will just barely be able to pull the distributor. IF you hammer/cut the rain lip on the firewall.

If you want to do this swap right. cutting new holes in the floor and filling the old holes will be a minor concern.

Of more import will be the relocated or modified crossmemember and the new driveshafts.


Mark...

 

[baloo]

Move it, it is minor to cut holes when you look at the whole swap.

 

[dallen341]

Move it, it is minor to cut holes when you look at the whole swap.

Funny thing is I don't mind making or reworking the cross member. But for some reason, I hate the hassle of the floorboard.

Don