Should be no problem, David. I pulled our 91 300E trans with good jack stands and a larger floor jack with a 6 inch square jack pad. As you said, stay out from it. Pull the engine oil filter to help locate the upper bell housing bolts. Use good six-point sockets on them and have your friend ensure the socket is on correctly while you are underneath. Using all your extentions and a cheater, loosen these tight bolts. The rest is regular. Look closely for all the sensors, plugs and tubes. Good luck.