Hey Fred are you the guy with the black 56 from NY state that showed up the Venice Coffee Bean? Maybe come back down ask there.
I would try Ed Little Auto Repair in Culver City. The are a good general mechanic but don't specialize in the older cars, http://www.edlittleautoservices.com If they don't want to work on yours they may be able to recommend someone. Also go to the Culver City Car Show and ask people that have cars similar to yours, https://www.idrivesocal.com/event/culver-city-car-show/ Charlie Stephens
Not the west side but maybe the Early Ford Store in San Dimas or the Early V8 Garage in West Covina might have some suggestions.