m5r2 blues

[timmytim]

I’ve seen the tech article on the m5r2 but still have a few questions. Anybody know if there is enough room on firewall for the clutch master cylinder when you have power brakes? Also I need more detail on how the clutch master cylinder rod welds to the clutch pedal. Pictures would be great!!

[SVT522]

The clutch master cylinder mounts to the right (passenger side) of the firewall brace. I mounted it as close as I could get it to the brace so that it lined up with the clutch pedal lever inside the cab. I had to clearance the brace so I could unscrew the MC cap. I also had custom pedal bushings made by my brother Kraig to offset the pedal even more to the right so that it was a straight shot to the master cylinder. I cut the stock lever off the pedal and clocked it (about 135 degrees)to the backside so that with the pedal to the floor it was parallel to the firewall.

[timmytim]

Thanks Kevin. I thought for a min that I would go to a t19 or m5r2 but after researching and seeing all the cutting welding and fabbin I think I'll pass on my current bump. Down the road when I get a beater I'll try the swap. I may swap chunks out to a higher 325 gear and see how she runs on top end.