Wanted to get back on here and finish this story.

I ended up spending about $350 for all the parts I needed at the Pick N Pull. I bought a strap, attached the frame to a pole and ratcheted it into place, put in a new oil cooler, engine driven fan, fan clutch, radiator, etc..., and bumped the hood back with a mallet.

The grille sits about a 1/8" higher than the hood now (rather than flush). The headlights also don't line up perfect but you cant tell, and also its no longer 100% original perfectly restored car. I dont mind, I get a lot of miles out of it and its just as stylish to the naked eye.

Thanks