1961 PV544 Project - Update 14
With the front end complete, the engine and transmission could be mounted.
Below: Clockwise-style water pump with single serpentine driving water pump and alternator only (not shown but mounts in upper right/driver's)
Below: Headers were sourced as an item used in custom 60 deg. V6 MG applications (Classic Conversions).
Below: Detail of Schwartz-fabbed engine mount, header and, at bottom, steering rack connection point. Note: hole in upper right is where the original column exited.
Below: Passenger side detail
Below: Another view of driver side
Below: Engine / bellhousing mating point at firewall
Below: Nose section with radiator in position.
Below: Distance from front side of radiator to pulley is 5".
Below: Schwartz-fabbed transmission mount tied to unibody structural members and floor reinforcing plates.

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