Rob..if you want what I think is the easiest way, search my user name and "E asy" without the space. Personally out the top to me for motor only is cake. Out the bottoom is more stuff, it's likely preference from your Ford days. Whether working on the ground or a lift, for me top for motor only is faster. No axles, trans fluid or alignment. Once motor is out..power wash and reinstall.

Scott, MC is when you pull the trans at the same time.