'66 nova project

[MillerBuilt]

Originally Posted by kevin_l

So, I haven't been messing with the nova too much lately, I am still waiting on the transmission crossmember. But I have been attempting to find a header solution and an answer for the a/c compressor.
I've been measuring around on the motor and trans trying to see if I can shift the motor to better clear the headers. Here's where my lack of car building experience is costing me. I Now have my motor mostly level with the subframe, but noticed the trans (tail shaft is just sitting on a jack stand) is shifted to the passenger side approximately 3/4" I read that some manufactures build this offset into the motor mounts to eliminate drive shaft issues, Also I read that DSE's mounts their engines centered. But my motor and trans are wanting to rest offset. If anyone has some insight on the matter I'd greatly appreciate it, If not I will call DSE tomorrow and see what I can find out from them.

Until I find out if the crossmember is being built with an offset and where the motor's final resting spot will be I can't move forward with the transmission tunnel modifications, header solution and finding a compressor and mount to clear the subframe.

Hi Kevin,

Just went through your build thread and NICE job! For what its worth the Nova's (62-67) came stock with a approx. 1/2" crankshaft offset to the passenger side. I have one of the earlier DSE front clips for my 65 Nova and the engine still sits approx. 1/2" to the passenger side. Hope this helps.

Jay