Well guys I just wanted to update a little and say I drove the car around today on BigAaron's 7M map. The car was very different from my 7M. The motor feels so crisp and revable (lightweight flywheel helps I'm sure).. the clutch is going to take some getting used to (clutchnet 6 puck sprung).. and steering at low speeds is definately going to help me build some muscle since I've eliminated the power steering.
I'm going to start tuning for part throttle using the Stingers Tune Analyzer, which should actually tune my car for me. As I said the car is running off of the 7M map, and needs A LOT of tuning.
I'm really happy with my project as of now. I can't even explain how much more confident I feel with this motor. I love having a substantial ammount of oil pressure at all times (as opposed to the 7M). The motor definately has a higher pitch to it when it revs (less of the braun-ie exhaust note). I love having no oil leaks (so far), and I love not hearing the rediculous valve train chatter, and I love not seeing a cloud of oil smoke behind me (I went through 3 turbos).
Don't get me wrong I'm not bashing the 7M, obviously mine was worn- but it was really good to me! This is just so much different already, in a good way. I can't wait to put some boost through this thing