Interesting DeSoto Hemi facts....

I was just out in the shop playing around with a DeSoto Hemi I plan on installing in a 68 Cuda notch, and discovered some interesting stuff.
The block is dimension-ally identical to an LA.
The LA timing cover is NEARLY a bolt on...Early Hemi Bill can give details.
The Rear Main Cap has the identical profile of a 273-340 piece
The LA oil pan is nearly a bolt on. The four rear most bolt holes actually line up, and the rest of the LA bolt pattern can be drilled into the pan rail with no issues.
The motor mount ears are the same size/shape/location.

I'm in the early stages of this right now...I'm sure there's more to discover. BUT, it's looking more and more like the DeSoto is a natural transplant into an A body.