Sounds like you had a productive day - a few more jobs off the list.
Seeing your 'before' pic with the 2 top-mounted brake reservoir pipes on the master cylinder heading up into the front compartment/boot, reminded me about this 'Direct Mount' reservoir:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Classic-V...-/111925867948
This makes for an easier install on the Nova, and allows you to set-up the brakes before you put the body on. It also makes removing the body easier as it's one less connection to worry about. Just a thought ;-)