Here is what you will have to do to your hood latch plate to move the radiator forward. I was not happy when I found what a previous owner did to accommodate a 235 swap. It took me a several hours to restore this back to stock.
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IMG_3210.jpeg (143.27 KB, 59 downloads)
Butchered hood latch plate
IMG_3213.jpeg (195.98 KB, 59 downloads)
Underside of latch plate
IMG_3211.jpeg (233.36 KB, 59 downloads)
Additional pictures of latch plate
IMG_3216.jpeg (229.04 KB, 53 downloads)
Straightened and welding in progress
IMG_3225.jpeg (181.64 KB, 53 downloads)
Finished and painted

Phil
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1952 Chevrolet 3100, Three on the Tree, 4:11 torque tube
Updated to: ‘59 235 w/hydraulic lifters, 12v w/alternator, HEI, PCV and Power front Disc Brakes
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