Thread: Engine Placement

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Seanpd i too am doing the same . I have a 31 Model A sedan and I'm useing the 302 and its about 2 inches longer then a sbc . Thats why you see them in most apps. My 302 is going to be a chore but its going in . I have a theme of Ford in a Ford . I'm also pulling some pedals out a 94 mustang to allow cable clutch and power brakes .

You need the radiator and some what of a fan thickness dimension . Measure your block and water pump and plan on about 3/4 inch clearence for this measurement. I placed the radiator in and marked the frame . I then added the thickness for a electric fan allowing 3 inches as 2 1/2 inch thick fan at the motor is the thinnist i seen . Mark off your fan measurement . You now have whats left behind to install which ever engine you decide. The amount of firewall recess and leg room will be up to you.

I'm looking into a short water pump with pulleys that will shorten my block they say a total of 2 inches. This is alot of room to gain in a Model A with a 302 .

Previous owner over cut the firewall must have been thinking big block . but it works since it give me more room before i fill it back in .

The white cardboard circle is my possible mock of booster but i see there is plenty of room and i like this instead of below the floor .