A few pictures that may help you to determine the position of the center tube. there is about a 1/2 inch at the closes point between the top of the intake and the back of the window bulkhead. In the front there is about 2 inches between the back of the idler and the intake and block. There is room but is going to be a very tight fit. And you need to be able to lift and tilt the engine back for the motor monts studs to go in or out.