Hi ! Yeah, I know it is almost a year later but I was curious as to what became or what choice of power plant you decided on for the '62 Valiant ? The V8 choice is not difficult. I am currently running a 360 in my '62 Valiant wagon WITH a heater box still in place. Just trimmed and boxed in an area for the distributor to live in. Email me at: chargeray@aol.com I would be happy to share knowledge with you or anybody interested. Ray G.