A couple interesting things in your picture. Serial number plate is Canadian? It would answer some questions if decoded. Your DS cowl vent has the early '49 plate with the lock which was replaced in mid-year with a straight version, does it have springs?
https://www.flickr.com/photos/advance-design_parts_co/12647382934/in/album-72157641244124604/

Last edited by Brad Allen; 01/28/2020 8:42 PM.