Plug for hole in firewall for clutch rod

[TedS]

I have an automatic so I assume there is a plug for the firewall hole where the clutch rod would normally be for a 4 speed. It's close to 2" in diameter, left of the steering column and just above the parking brake assembly. Right now I have a year-round heater. I have found rubber plugs for most everything except that hole. Can someone identify and advise a source?

Thanks
Ted

[98SVT - was 06GT]

Try this https://www.tuckersparts.com/1967-1972-Clutch-Rod-Firewall-Hole-Plug-Oval.html

If I remember the firewall was partially stamped and the hole got knocked out if it was to be a stick and left alone for the autos.
Yep here's a shot of original

[Bob Gaines]

You will have to improvise a alternate plug if the factory sheet metal tab/plug has already been knocked out. It is hard to secure the metal plug inconspicuously with the firewall pad in place .

[TedS]

Thanks guys. I wasn't expecting that answer but it makes perfect sense. The Tucker plug says "oval" so I'm not sure that will work, I think the Mustang hole is round, but we will see. Wheels in my noggin are turning on improvisation ideas, both temporary and permanent.

Thanks again
Ted

[98SVT - was 06GT]

I used a couple big fender washers one time one on each side and bolted together. One of those temp freeze plugs might work too.

[J_Speegle]

You can likely make a plug and cover it LIGHTLY with some of the adhesive used to seal the openings in and on the firewall if you make the area part of the spray pattern as it moved around the  master cylinder and the electrical plug between it and the inner fender panel and the plug then the E brake moutning nuts.

On the inside you'll need to get a bit more creative it the car is already painted and together but can and has been done

[TedS]

One of the forum members has offered to provide a salvaged plug. At sometime in the future seems I could secure it in place with a few small tack welds then coat like Jeff suggests. On a completely assembled car it is an awkward place to work. My car is completely assembled and a "reasonably" well preserved example but does show some signs of use and age. When I make repairs I try to be as faithful as possible but do not attempt concours condition.

98SVT has offered a couple of methods for a temporary fix so I'll probably do some variation of that. Anything to shut off the heat for now.

Thanks to all
Ted