Thread: Manual trans in a 34 Roadster?

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If you notice the curved angle where the Hurst shifter connects to the transmission shifter, you will see how we curved it towards the passenger side several inches to gain clearance for the driver. And it has worked very well.

I am using a '76 Chevy 350 Block, so it is the same as yours. As for the firewall, it is a Direct Sheetmetal product recessed for a small block.

I would take a look at Wilwood or on the web as for hydraulic conversions. And I highly recommend using a hydraulic. These "pointed-nose" Fords don't have much room as it is...especially when you try to cram mechanical linkage into the mix. We used to run mechanicals of course, but our knees have paid the price due to having to make them so stout so as to be safe. I personally feel it takes 3 pedals to be a Hot Rod, so I was very "relieved" to find out how well the hydraulic version worked out. I simply used the factory Corvette cylinder from the ZR vette I got the tranny from. I dont think you will have any problem finding a hydraulic solution.

Let me know how I can help...here are some more photos of how the firewall is recessed. Pardon the dust on the car...I have been cutting wood in the garage and there is sawdust all over the black paint...but thats the price I pay to have Henry's favorite color!