I am preparing to remove the engine from the Duster. It's a 340. I will be needing some serious advice. First, I can't remove the tranny (an 833), as the manual says to do. How can I leave the tranny in the car, but remove the engine? Next, do I remove the engine with the biscuit mounts attached, or leave them attached to the K-frame? So far, I have disconnected all the wiring, removed the battery and cables, removed the fan, radiator and shroud. I have a cherry picker ready to go, along with an engine stand. I also have an engine leveler. Also, what is a good way to clean the block before I paint it?

Sorry about all the questions, but I really want to get this engine out soon, as I took a week of vacation just for this.