well this weekend was fairly successful.
I finally ordered a single pass radiator from summit, and with a great idea from THE denmah, i modified it to become a dual pass, same side enter/exit which is going to make hoses a breeze. I'm not the best aluminum welder, but it came out okay.
also finally got the engine mounted exactly how i wanted it, so i decided to install my B&M shifter, with a little bit of planning, i was able to retain the stock console trim. the shift boot works, but is a little tight when in low gear or park, so maybe i can have my grandma sew me a new one or something.
also installed my walbro 255 in tank with very minimal modification, but took no pictures unfortunately.
heres how the car sits for now
i just began a summer class, and work a few days a week, so most of the progress will take place on the weekends, but I'm hoping to get this going soon, minus a few little bits and a driveshaft, i think i have it all, or all on order