Having done this myself on 2 different '53's I can say you will be a happier person if you remove and install the engine and trans together.
1953 Chevy 210 Convertible W/ 261, P.S., P.B., 3-speed. Rusty old rat-rod slowly being restored
1995 Dodge/Cummins Pickup, 250 H.P., 600 Ft. Lbs. Torque, ATS Stage IV Trans.
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