1956 Firewall Holes

[David A.]

i had seen that s.o. had asked about FW holes on a '60
a few weeks ago, while doing my restro on my engine bay,
i made up a diagram of all the holes in my FW.
am posting it here so i don't hijack his thread.
maybe it will help, or everyone here could point out any errors
i have made.

iowa

[Bruce B.]

Re: 1956 Firewall Holes

I believe the "rubber plugs" 4 on LFW and a few others are the rubber retainers for the firewall insulation. They are pointed and are inserted from the inside of the car.
I believe earlier cars used metal clips.
By the way, your diagram is very helpful.

[David A.]

Re: 1956 Firewall Holes

i plan to refine it some more
and make it look more like the
assembly manual's diagram.

there are two hole (for screws?)
between the clutch rod and the E brake
that i have no clue as to their function

iowa

[Dan D.]

Re: 1956 Firewall Holes

Dave, they may be for the windshield washer foot pump on Powerglide cars. Powerglide and standard shift cars had the pump mounted in different positions.
I do like your firewall diagram. I made a copy and am using it in my 57 as I am working on the final details of putting my car back together. -Dan-

[Ken G.]

Re: 1956 Firewall Holes

That diagram is a tremendous help!! Thanks

Ken

[David A.]

Re: 1956 Firewall Holes

thanks for the hole help!

and....glad you like my diagram

iowa

[Alexander C.]

Re: 1956 Firewall Holes

Thanks! That will help me too!