mid engine concept.....

hello, im new to the site and am seekin some professional help on a project i wanna start. first question is: what would it take to move (originally) a front mounted engine(RWD) to the back mounted on the back tires. Just so u know im planning on buildin a buggy with v8 302 5.0L and i want the engine to be a mid engine layout. i was told its only a case os throttle and shift linkage being extended and shortening the drive shaft? is there any truth to this?

im planning on buildin a dune buggy in the next lil bit. i want it to be for offroad fun+street legal. ialso want the engine to be mounted in the rear tire region, and if i can help it independant suspension. is there any suggestions for vehicles that might fit what i want. im willing to buy a used vehicle and tear everything out of it for the buggy, but i need to know what will work best...can anyone help????