the firebird tranny set in turned at an angle not upright, and the mount an an angle as well so when the tranny is bolted up, the mount is directly underneath. then the shifter comes out the top at an angle,then turns so it is vertical. I really don't know if I can drill new holes in the 292 housing and do any good, but that would be great. As soon as I get the unit back out of the car I'll post pics of MY Private Hell!