1965 Valiant 200 convertible (minor project)

Here's a better pic of the plugged breather at the front of the engine and the plugged nipple on the carb. I've seen other pics where there's a CCV/PCV valve running between the two. I'm not opposed to putting this right, but I'm think about waiting until the valve cover is pulled. With my luck, the rubber grommet will crumble and drop down into the engine. :rolleyes:

If this is a later engine, that may explain the butchered air cleaner cover?
breather+carb.jpg