Ken, you are correct, it is an idea to consider for appearance reasons. Fabrication time and cost of supplies are not issues.
Simply looking for another, cleaner way to vent the engine. Even a more modern, high tech look but accomplishing the same thing, venting the crankcase.
I have in mind an aluminum vent can by Peterson or Steff's with a K & N breather and AN fittings. Maybe mounted on the front engine plate.
On my web site, click on the Ironsides Story to see the car for this engine.
www.woodfinautomotive.com