Trial fit no 1...
A neat fit between the chassis rails with heaps of room in front, trying to keep as low and as far back as poss to minimise clashes with the brake booster and heater.
About 20mm clearance between the cam cover bolts and the chassis rails.
Sufficient room for exhaust to clear everything. The engine mount on the crossmember will go and the top suspension arm pivot will be lowered 25mm. The flexi coupling on the steering shaft will be replaced with a compact universal joint.
The flange on the chassis rail will be beaten back under to allow a little more clearance without affecting strength.
The TransDapt big block biscut mounts I have selected are very compact and stiff so will allow little movement of the engine. NVH is not a priority...
Have pulled the motor back out to remove the unneeded bits and sort the engine bay. Engine mounts are about 3 weeks away so will tackle 'Trial fit no 2' then...
