My .02:
Visit a JY and get some pics of one with the engine already out. Maybe take a few oilpans with you for reference?

Where is the steering rack located? If it's high-mounted on the firewall like some FWD cars it'll probably be in the way, and I think trying to modify the spindles for a front-mount rack would be pretty dicey.

Teh cab-forward design will put the distributor under the windshield, too.