Sorry about the lack of updates. In between my typical 50-60hr work week, wife and kid, I bought a new (to me) house, sold the old one, and this little beast joined the family.
So, I've been lacking time to work on the car a long with time to update my build thread. The clutch is now connected. I was recommended to stay with the stock 5/8" master cylinder with my clutch to give more feel with its short engagement. To connect I used a Russels, 640481, banjo fitting (m10 to -4), Earls, 997517ERL, M10 banjo bolt, and a McLeod Quick disconnect line. I can't remember the exact length, but I'm thinking it started as a 24" or 30" and I had it cut to fit with a new crimp on -4 fitting by TFE, a local hydraulics/hose shop.
I think most guys skip the quick disconnect due to lack of tunnel clearance, but mine seemed to snap in ok.
The fire sleeve is mostly to save the firewall from the abrasive SS braid.