The absence of the compliance plate is certain to cause serious issues - you probably need to talk to an engineer/blue slip provider and/or the RMS about this before spending any more money. It will almost certainly need engineering approval for the engine conversion. You need to ensure that the chasssis number is visible where it is stamped on the chassis (should be on the outside of the LH back rear spring hanger).
That brush guard is a military one, that has little chance of being approved. But you are removing this anyway - may be saleable!
The gearbox issue raises alarm bells. Some of the Holden conversion adapters that fit between the engine and gearbox were not sufficiently accurately made, and cause misalignment of the gearbox input shaft, which can lead to all sorts of gearbox issues. Which have often been blamed on the gearbox, rather than the adapter.
I don't think you can fit lap only belts to that age vehicle. Again, this is something you need to talk to an engineer about. I suspect that any upper seat belt mount for a soft top that will pass muster will be incompatible with the hardtop. (my personal feeling is that unfortunately, for most use, the lack of security in a soft top is a big negative. If you just like the fresh air, remember that you can drive it with the door tops off (and if necessary carry them in the back).
I suggest you could use some of your lockdown time reading the vast amount of technical detail on the Series 3 section of this forum and there is also a lot applicable on the Series 2/2a section. You should also get a workshop manual - you can help support this forum by getting this from the forum shop (see top bar on this page).
I can't help with the spray on lining - I suspect the answer is "yes, you can get it off, but it is going to be hard work and messy".
John
JDNSW
1986 110 County 3.9 diesel
1970 2a 109 2.25 petrol
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