Originally posted by robot
Didnt a six have the radiator on the front of the core support and the V8 have the radiator on the back of the core support? Or am I just having a "senior moment"?
Speaking of that I believe they have different radiator shrouds as well. You will have to space the fan up so it the blades fit halfway into the shroud for optimal cooling.

I agree on the Lakewood bellhousing, you may even be able to pick one up at a swap meet. In addition to the stress that the front and tailshaft mount configuration puts on the transmission case, it seems it could also stress the input shaft, pilot bushing and clutch alignment over time as well.

Good luck with your project, I spent a fair amount of time back in high school during the 60s riding around in my buddy Bill's '56 with a 283. I remember how excited he was when he scored a 4 speed to replace that old 3 speed box.

Pat