Martin, Be preparred to jack up your on the crossmember under the oil pan. I expect you'll have to "hang" the car over night due to the big block. First, take the old braces off, & pull shock tops. Test fit the Export brace. I suspect it won't fit, but if it does your a lucky one. The "monte worthless bar" won't fit, and won't line up with the holes. A bend in the middle of the bar for clearance around the dist, only make this a spring at best. Spend the money on a real Ford Export brace!
Cougar Bill