I took mine out of the top. It was tight, but was ok. The only thing I would say is for sure take the radiator out(don't ask how much that cost me). Not disconnecting the AC compressor work fine, but was very tight removing and reinstalling the engine. Just take your time and it isn't bad.

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Dave S.
Northeast
2003 4.6is
2005 E53 4.4
2003 E39 Msport(a REAL ONE!)
1959 Fiat 600