Richard, you figured a lot correctly. No one in my area would or could bend the small diameter header pipes.
Yes I have the exhaust manifold and made a 1/4 inch plate with the gaskets that came with it. I’ve not set both intake & exhaust on the block yet, so that was my concern. If it does not fit I guess I’ll have to get a regular intake for it.
Seems odd that the end studs (locater pins) didn’t have threads, since they do come out I will do that & replace with studs or bolts.
I’ve found no one that knows how to fix the motor mount issue but I just contacted a local company that’s been doing old vehicles for years. I’ll be moving forward with them.
I appreciate your input!
