in my experience the v-8 centerlink is a very hard-to-find part. you can put the motor in without the v-8 link but you will have to clearance the oil pan a little bit. i've been running with the /6 link and its VERY tight but some precision hammering makes it just barely clear. i wouldn't recommend that as a permanent solution but you will be able to get the car on the road at least that way. put some spacers on the motor mounts to raise the engine about a 1/4" and it should work.
