[hddude]

now, does it fit or not? i just saw 2, within the past 2 weeks in `57s. alot of discussion that they don`t. engine in stock location.:confused0006:

 

[pistoncan]

No they don;t fit unless you move the engine foward at least 3/4 inch.

 

[Pops @ Tri-5.com]

Some do, some don't.....Depends on how far forward the body was mounted on the frame at the factory.

 

[Str8axle]

The one I had was close, but didn't hit the firewall. Getting to the back two screws on the cap was alittle tricky, but not that bad.

 

[RZSmith]

I have an HEI that just barely touches the fire wall. I like the HEI so when I put my 700r4 in I am moving the engine about .5".

 

[hddude]

if the 700r4 goes in, why is the engine moving?

 

[chevman57]

Some do, some don't.....Depends on how far forward the body was mounted on the frame at the factory.

I agree with Davids statement. I have seen some fit and others hit so hard it wouldn`t go in for anything. Also depends on how the body was set on the frame when it was set back on the frame after the restoration.
Terry

 

[USA1]

if the 700r4 goes in, why is the engine moving?

It does not have to move for a 700r4.

 

[100%Chevy]

As said,some will,some won't.
If you're still using the trans side mounts,it also depends on the condition of the mounts.If they are worn and sagging,even a points distributor will hit the firewall.
Mike.

 

[shoeboxlen]

could go with the skip white ebay small diameter HEI and not have to worry about it. Alot of guys on here use emm and love em. and they are 45 beans on ebay.

 

[fiddlerpin]

I totally agree with Shoeboxlen. Have one in on my 283 with no problems. I even opened up my plug gap to .o50! Jim

 

[Ace57]

I checked out the Skip White $45 HEI distributor on ebay. Looks like a nice and inexpensive alternative to the other electronic distributor I've been looking at (Pertronix)

Question about the Male vs Female caps. Will my original style 90* wire boots fit onto the male posts ok? (currently using a female style cap)

Ace

 

[tjsdelivery]

If the cap is different (male vs female) you will need to change your wires too.

 

[belairrudy]

I have a stock HEI in my '57 and my engine is in the stock location. Mine doesn't hit the firewall at all... is a little close. Guess I got lucky when I set my body back on my frame. :happy0030: