There is no way too move forward more than 1/2... And I'm gonna have to work to get that! Move the motor mounting holes, do a little clearancing and maybe a smack or two.
Thanks! That explains why the Hooker headers run the #3 tube over the steering box.
Are you planning to move it forward? Is so, maybe cut the plate that the rubber block bolts to loose and weld it back on 1/2” back? Seems easier to me and it appears you can weld. Just an idea.