Or just using the front clip from a later A body car, people have done that and get the whole package, suspension, engine w/mount, steering, etc. There is a 1947 Olds Model 76 Slantback with a front clip from a Cutlass or maybe a Buick, it has a 455 transplanted with all the suspension goodies. If you want to see it go on over to the
H.A.M.B. Very sweet car. I think I'll try to find a picture to add here. Ow, sorry, the picture is too big, but
here is the link.