Yeah, I think that part is kinda open, as is the wiring design, as mine is custom and on the bottom.
The big wheel haters are welcome to buy my 15's. Like you, I want to go 18's because you can fit very wide tires and 17's don't clear the tie rod end enough to go 275's.
I'm looking to do 275-35-18 all the way around. Was looking at some anthricite center torque thrust looking wheels that were on Discount Tire and Summit. 18x9 +35. I also have the B-body 8.75 ('68) and the offset shackles. I don't mind a less than 1/4" spacer either so it will probably end up similar to yours in that regard. My friend (MrAndrewLitt) bought a 71 Demon that will probably eventually get a very similar treatment as well. I haven't busted out the wheelrite yet for those exact wheels in my case.