The transmission once on the ground can be slid out till the BH hits the exh / frame. Secure to torque converter with a small metal strap so it doesn't fall out during the next step Pick up the tailshaft to lower the top of the BH and slide it out.

On a few cars, turning the wheels tot heir stops will allow added clearance as the frame rail starts the upward slant.

I would advise not getting the car so high that it's uncomfortable to reach up unless you have LONG arms.

DO NOT FORGET TO DIAL IN THE NEW BELL HOUSING. The ONLY correctly sized offset pins I am aware of are made by Brewers.
Based on experience .007 is usually good with a Quicktime housing, but I would advise getting .014's as well. Murphy's law applies here. If you get them, you won't need them. If you don't, You will