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Sep 14, 2008 | 04:36 PM

BBPanel

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T56 Mounting Ear

Can anyone tell me what this ear is for - since this is going into a 66 Nova, any reason I would need it down the road? Thanks. -Bob

Sep 14, 2008 | 05:30 PM

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It listens to your engine for spark knock...

No, I've never seen it used on a production car. I believe it's their for use on the production line when they assemble these units. If it's in the way you could likely trim it.

Sep 14, 2008 | 06:27 PM

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I cut it off for my swap, as it does come into contact with the floor board, I know of no reason for it either.. Do worry about it..

Sep 14, 2008 | 08:35 PM

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Thanks guys - that's what I thought. -Bob

Sep 15, 2008 | 10:38 AM

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Those bumps and projections with holes are for wire harness tie-downs. Also, there are cast-in "protectors" for the reverse switch. We cut all of that stuff off for our swap.

See:

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=699289

for our BMW E30-LS1 & T56 swap