Here is the update on where Hot Rod Lincoln II is:
There is $3000 worth of parts on a shopping list in my toolbox at work from RockAuto, Modular Motorsports Racing, Ebay, Amazon, LMR, and others. I currently have a lot of bolts and other low-cost pieces on the way from various sources, but the Texas Snowpocalypse cost me a week's pay and put this on the back burner, so the high-dollar pieces like IMRC delete plates are on hold right now.
The turbo is going to be rear-mounted. This will complicate the electrical side of things (due to needing an electric oil pump to push oil back to the pan), but will simplify the hell out of the engine compartment since I won't be shoving a big turbo AND a massive engine in a space that was barely adequate for the 302.
I still need to scrounge up a Volvo steering pump, Mustang hydroboost, and Lincoln Continental oil pan and pickup tube.
The engine's cosmetics plan has been finalized, and I can't wait to show you guys the finished product when I get it all done.