Why not install a quick-disconnect switch? That should give you an extra inch or so.

I have one on every car I own. It will allow you to stop an electrical fire quite rapidly, and costs only around $12.00

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Semibodacious Transmogrifications a Specialty

1990 300D 2.5 Turbo sedan 171K (Rudolf)
1985 300D Turbo TD Wagon 219K (Remuda)

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