Distance between bearing retainer and clutch hub? SBC

So my T-5 to 283 swap is becoming a pain. Started with a Hamilton Intakes adapter spacer and everything fits together nicely with the exception of the bearing retainer and clutch hub. The end of the retainer is within 3/16" of the clutch hub. Will this be enough distance to let the clutch disc release? Or do I dare trim the retainer down a bit? If so how much space do I need?

The 11" disc hub I'm using is a 1/4" thicker that the stock S10 disc hub.

Thanks in advance.

 

Most clutches at full disengagement only clear the pressure plate/flywheel by about .100 3/16" ought to be plenty.

 

Clearance is a good thing. Most T-5 transplants need 1/2 inch taken off the retainer lenght.

you're fine, I think.

 

Thanks, that eases the mind a bit. Just looked close and never thought about it before.

 

oH, and make sure you are OK on the other end of the hub. I had one that had interferance on the flywheel side. The hub was hitting something there. Had to take a little off the end of the hub.