LSx Engine + T56 Magnum in a Roadster

[Its Bruce]

Now that my build is up and running, I wanted to create a thread to capture my journey of installing an LS3 stroker and any questions others may have in pursuing what I believe to be the best bang for the buck engine package available. I grew up in a family of Fords and drove/wrenched a '65GT and '88GT from HS through college. Many years after that, I found myself in a C5 Z06 that I modified with a supercharger + cam + alcohol injection. It was amongst that in which I purchased HP Tuners and learned how to wrench on and tune the LSx platform.

Specifics of the build:

Engine - BluePrint Engines 427 ci LS3 (package)
ECU - GMPP E67 Connect & Cruise with DBW (package)
Trans - T-56 Magnum (TUET11009) (package)
Clutch - McLeod twin disk (package)
Bellhousing - steel scatter shield (package)
Shifter - Hanlon Motorsports midshift conversion
Shift Lever - Hurst 5197 (ref. https://core-shifters.com/collection...oe-knob-thread)
Headers - Gas-N custom 1-7/8" primaries bare SS (Georgie's Frankenstein jig made two trips between MA and TX)
Engine Mounts - Dirty Dingo Mustang 1996-2004 LS Ford Upgrade Conversion Mounts (ref. https://www.dirtydingo.com/shop/prod...Cancelled=true)
Oil Dipstick - flexible eBay LSx dipstick

Parts layout for engine install:

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Power unit ready for install:

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Big throttle body:

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ECU installed and modified to add wire for reverse lockout ground wire:

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DBW go pedal installed with custom bracket:

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It fits:

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I ran -6AN PTFE lines for the PS and a regular -10AN for the reservoir back to the pump:

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I ran the GMPP bulkhead to the cockpit to capture:

• Tach signal
• Vehicle speed sensor (for cruise control)
• Reverse lockout wire (activates solenoid to allow reverse at speeds <3 mph)
• Throttle position signal to allow my WB 02 gauge to only light up during power enrichment scenarios
• Ignition cut off wire for electrical disconnect
• Check engine light on dash

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Continued...