Clutch cable hole in firewall

[mark69sportsroof 31]

I have a 69 Sportsroof. I am converting it from a 351W with FMX to a 390 with a T-5. I am going with Modern Drive Line cable set up for the clutch. I am trying to determine where the clutch cable will goes through the firewall. I reviewed the holes in firewall diagram by "Buening" on a another post but it didn't show it. Any pics would be appreciated.

 

Thanks Mark

[j69302 11]

the way i did it was to install the bracket in between the firewall and mater cylinder, make a mar with a marker, then drill.

[chillininnh 21]

the way i did it was to install the bracket in between the firewall and mater cylinder, make a mar with a marker, then drill.

 

That's how I did mine also. The hole lands right on an angled area of the firewall which makes it a little tougher to drill. I used a stepped drill bit.

[mark69sportsroof 31]

Thanks I will see what I can find. Mark

[SA69mach 39]

390 with T5????

 

Bold move. Hope it works out.

[mark69sportsroof 31]

A FE 390 stroked out to a 445 ci with a World Class T-5 is touchy. Fortunately I am a cruiser and show car. I know that if I get on it to many times the T5 will go down. Lessons learned on doing a total restoration and changing the drive train. The rear end I had beef and installed 3:50 gears.

 

Rule 1 - purchase the car of your dreams

 

Rule 2 - When upgrading to a big block and stroking it and adding manual transmission, check with your engine builder prior to buying the tranny. Rookie mistake.

 

Thanks Mark

[SA69mach 39]

It will be interesting to see how the T5 performs and survives, over time. If you are able to drive it , say, 1500 miles and it is still alive then it will probably last the distance, unless, as you say, you get on it hard......

 

I wish you the best of luck, and enjoy your car, it sounds like a very nice machine.