Alex.here is some photos of when we did a front exit. Drill you hole on the passenger side allowing the cable smooth turns around the bottom of the bell housing.See the red cable.
View attachment 1715363133 View attachment 1715363134 Even thought this is on a slant six 904,you will get the picture.it will keep the cable away from the header. I also made a heat shield by the trans bracket. Hope this helps.
