Not a problem I was going to place a custom rad forward In the nose right behind the grill. That would give me 12 to 18 inch. between rad and water pump. I was also going to put in two elec. fans and not use the water pump fan. Thought it would look more custom and cleaner.
Just ran into a guy that used to help coach baseball with me, telling him I'm looking for a 261 ,, ya he got one already rebuilt and ready to go. Hoseshoes up my a** you bet.