I personally think it would be best to unbolt the head and slide it out the front. That should give you clearance to get the engine hoist in and raise it to pull the engine out. I don't think you'll have the clearance without pulling the head.

I don't look forward to it on mine!

Jeff


My 1953 Chevrolet
1947.1 Gallery
1972 C-10 1/2 Ton & 1972 C-30 1 Ton