Did it from the cabin footwell. Layed in the most awkward position ever, turned on my back and use a punch, made a small hole and actually used a pair of wire cutters to cut out the hole. That wasnt easy but power tools can get you in trouble quick. So after I did that I smoothed it out with a drill bit. I didnt have access to the "proper tools" at the time. You can not get to the spot from the engine bay. Its basically between the shock tower and firewall. You can barely fit your hand in there let alone a drill. My advice? Take out the seat and make your life easier. Dont replace the brake pedal because its a ***** to get the top bolt back in. Instead remove the pad and cut the pedal down. Buy a generic manual clutch pedal pad and use it as a stencil. Other than that the rest is fairly easy. Just source the parts and be angry when you cut into the firewall. And follow the premade stamp in the firewall the best you can. If you have any other questions let me know. I did this swap a few times. I did my first on my accord.