Tremec TKX first cuts

nice thread. I’m waiting for my tkx swap for my dart. What’s the final verdict on putting the upper brace back in? I’m split on putting it back in.. lower mount( if made correctly) could be able to support the torsion bar twist?
Secondly. What master kit did you guys go with? I’ll probably be using sst pedal kit.
Lastly I have a bench seat also.. I’m planning on making the actual stick. From these photos it seems the shifter in the very back position is good?
Thanks!