1968-1972 Chevelle Firewall Boot Retainer
The 1968–1972 Chevelle firewall boot retainer (also commonly referred to as the clutch push rod firewall boot retainer or plate) is a crucial metal reinforcement ring used on manual transmission A-body models. It fits securely around the rubber clutch rod dust boot, anchoring it tightly to the firewall where the upper linkage passes through to connect with the Z-bar. This part prevents dirt, engine fumes, and moisture from leaking into the vehicle’s interior cabin
Product Purpose & Performance
- Factory-Correct Restoration: High-quality reproductions feature original equipment (OE) stamped-steel styling, contours, and factory mounting locations.
- Application Compatibility: Beyond the Chevrolet Chevelle, this retainer seamlessly fits other GM A-Body classics from 1968 to 1972, including the El Camino
, Monte Carlo, Pontiac GTO/LeMans, Oldsmobile Cutlass/442, and Buick Skylark.
- Straightforward Installation: The replacement plate requires no custom drilling or modifications. It simply sandwiches the rubber boot against the manual transmission steering column plate at the firewall interface.
Where to Buy Reproduction Parts
If you are currently executing a complete ground-up restoration or replacing a rusted-out or missing plate, several specialized classic muscle car retailers stock this exact item:
Classic Parts: Offers an OE-spec replacement under Classic Parts 1968-72 Firewall Boot Retainer.
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