As said before - - - may - be use a smaller size freeze plug .
I did see a picture of your engine with the carbs & blower attached . mick - - would you have a photo of the right side of your engine with that same set - up ?
just checking - - - - and, a very cool 292 . . . . . . Best of luck with your whole build .
later, jim
Things have changed since then. I have a 12 port crossflow aluminum head from New Zealand being machined now. It's the first of it's kind. 10 years in R&D. same 4-71 blower and 3-2bbl carbs.