I had a little bit of time this afternoon, so I started the transmission tunnel. I began with some paper patterns and a sheet of 20 gauge. To bring it up to floor level, I rolled a flange around the edge (Shannon I'm learning from your builds). I'll be welding it in when finished, but for now it'll be easy to take in and out to make adjustments.
Looking good from the side:
Then I had to try out a new toy:
And here's the rough idea. A lot of trimming and fitting to go, but feeling pretty good about where I'm headed with this.