Removing My by engine

[NatJennings]

Hey guys I have a new gearbox and engine for my ute, is it easier to take the whole tail shaft off or just undo it from the back of the box? Also is it easier to take the whole engine and box together or separate them? Thanks

[304runner]

Remove the tail shaft from the diff, undo the center bearing slip out the tail shaft from the gearbox and then remove the engine and box as one. Same goes if your installing it. I had a bit of trouble placing the engine in on its own when I was by myself but I did it. But id recommend keeping the two together.