5 speed conversion with pics

[mdlackey]

454, yeah I figured that the further up the clutch pedal arm I go, the easier the throw will become. Just hope I don't run out of room, if I plan on installing a brake booster later. I may have to relocate back over to the passenger side of the brake master cylinder. Wanted to stay away from this since that would put the clutch master cylinder right over ... or close proximity to ... my number 7 cylinder's header tube.

Anyone know if the NV3500/4500's had a clutch return spring to keep the throwout bearing off of the pressure plate splines? Thinking I may have to mock one up.

Thanks,
Dave