I installed mine from engine compartment side beating it with the palm of my hand while my buddie pulled the rope from inside the car. It was not easy in fact I was thinking it may not even fit. Use lots of soap and water in a spray bottle as lube. My gasket was all rubber original I think and the wide flange on the gasket was towards the engine compartment. I also removed the distributor & carb to make installation easier.
Good luck
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