Thank you tremendously for your input, everybody. I will incorporate your information into my notes. I'll keep you posted.
So as it stands, I have pulled the body off of the frame. The rotating hardware is still being machined, so I have time before the engine rebuild. I want to see about modeling my frame and body area where the engine sits (specifically the cavity area from which the engine sits) and the fully assembled engine. I should have access to a Faro arm to accomplish this... Unless somebody has already modeled it. I want to have a good plan.
Thanks for the information regarding the transmission. My preference would be a manual transmission; but due to the limited space, I will most likely be forced to stick with an automatic. My wife will be happy because she will be able to drive it.
