HI Chuck - Thanks for the feedback..
Here's a few shots of where my problem area is. The -16 fitting is in the water pump housing as far as I can take it without cracking the housing. It's hard to make out but even with a 45 degree swivel fitting - I will have interference. In these pics the compressor is moved out almost as far as it will go..
If need be, I guess I can order or make new lines. I've done it for R12 but never 134A so I'm sure that the 134A hose is different..