OP...what kind of boost do you expect the donor car to hold? Are you going to touch the engine or is this going to be a "bolt-on" kit with the existing 12:1 CR? Engine management ( I would assume it would be stand alone since no openECU)? Bigger fuel injectors?
This an awesome deal for any service member about to deploy, have the car (hopefully) done by the time you get back.
Good luck with the donor car and your R&D!