Looked at the first pic and thought "I have got to ask what that is on for a frame, then scrolled down. Ford frame with parallel springs in the rear but still the Ford wishbone in front it looks like. There were a lot of modifieds built in Maine in the late 50's and 60's that used that exact same springing set up. Those Ford frames were used for lots of projects. Those fender cutouts sure hit the era just right. This was a natural step in the evolution from jalopies to super mods.
Nice, saw quite a few that resembled what you have here. Can't go too far wrong with a 40 Ford, no matter what you are doing with it. Whenever I hear someone mention a "coupe" race car or hotrod, the 40 is the first thing I picture in my mind. I am a long time sbc guy but have always admired those 40 Fords.
MB