XCLR8TN's BRG LS6 Build

[XCLR8TN]

My car is a 1991 BRG that originally had all options but an auto tranny. I could go through the various steps of modification that got me to this point (I might later), but I'll keep this to just the V8 build. Car had a Greddy turbo on it before.

Parts acquired thus far:

-LS6 engine with 9,000 miles out of an 01 Corvette Z06, no A/C or PS
-V8 Roadsters subframe mounting kit (includes tubular subframe, engine mounts, tranny crossmember, and frame rail braces)
-T56 transmission out of a 1999 Trans Am (6 speed), with B&M short shifter and skip-shift eliminator
-Monster Stage 3 clutch rated to 700 hp/tq (came with tranny)
-Drive by Wire throttle pedal from a 97-04 Vette
-Walbro 255
-Vette Filter/Regulator
-AN fittings and stainless lines
-LS1 Pilot Bearing (LS6 won't work)
-New Clutch Master Cylinder, bleed lines
-CTS Diff (05, 54k, 3.42 gears and LSD) and diff vent
-V8R Stage 1 Mounting kit
-Refreshed Hubs/Wheel bearings courtesy of Planet Miata
-Sport brakes with R4S pads
-OEM engine harness converted to standalone by Speartech
-TAC box to DBW pedal harness (Speartech also)
-V8R screw-on oil filter oil pan
-FM V8 Swap Front Sway Bar
-Racing Beat Endlinks F/R
-949Racing 6UL's; 15x9 +36 with 225/45/15 Toyo R1Rs


Parts that I still need for the swap:

Electrical
-ECU reflash to delete VATS and 2 of the 4 o2 sensors it is looking for
-Gauge solution
-New Miata body wiring harness (mostly just for the lights)

Exhaust
-Headers, waiting on Sanderson's 1.625" primary headers
-Exhaust system (probably custom 3" to a Y" to a single pipe back)

Other
-I decided I didn't want my ABS anymore (I had been running it relay-less anyways for about a year), so I yanked everything... which means I need a new non-ABS Master Cylinder (I have Sport brakes to go on) and new brake lines
-Radiator (more than likely FM)


Project goals:
-Shaved (DONE), tucked, and stitch welded (DONE) bay
-2200-2300lb curb weight (no A/C, PS, Cruise, ABS, heater)

Random notes:
-OEM Miata wiring harness with plugs for all options weighed 17lbs.

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