Nick, probably not a good idea (jackstands) for this job. You've got to drop the driveshaft, center bearing, etc. to get this done. There is a fair amount of torqueing that needs to be done to r&r this item. It's really a clumsy and potentially dangerous undertaking (no pun) while lying on your back.

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Jeff L
1987 300e
1989 300e
1987 BMW 325