Getting ready to pull the engine!!!!

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Hello all, as you all have seen I have a timing chain to change,..I am NOW ready to pull the engine!

I just have a few questions:

I know there are some folks who have recently pulled their engines and some even have it down to a science! SOOOOO I would like to know a good "how to pull it" by the steps. I have pulled a few engines but I would like to do this the smartest, easiest, safest way, and not break anything! I have the entire upper assembly off and the cam covers, wires, mount nuts, etc. have all removed.

- Can I leave the radiator in?
- Will I be fully dropping the tranny?? (exhaust as well of course?)
- Would this be the greatest time to install headers?
- What is the weight of the Engine?
- Do I have to take apart the wipers to get the motor out? (I have it loose but not out)

Anyway, all help would be great! I NOW have my hoist and stand ready to go!