Random updates:
Making sure the transmission actually fits under the cab.
Drilling holes to mount an over-the-top swaybar takes too much time...
So Rhapakatui had a better (terrible idea). Yes, that's some sheet stainless.
Yes, he decided to torch cut the hole.
Its ok though, we had a bottle of coolant nearby... For use as a fire extinguisher.
More updates as the night progresses.