Originally Posted by Los_Control

Just my 2 cents .... I think pulling the engine may be the best way to fix it .... might be easier to drop the trans and just pop in a new one ... reinstall transmission.

You know that if one is bad, doubt the rest are in much better condition.
Same time with the radiator out you can turn it upside down and back flush it ..... I would be tempted to run a flushing product through the coolant system to try and clean it before pulling the engine.
I just use cleaning vinegar which is a pretty mild acid .... not sure what others would recommend. .... Just more effective to clean while you can use the engine heat and water pump circulating .... then to try and clean it with the engine out.

Originally Posted by Du-rag

I agree and I much rather work standing up instead of laying beneath some sketchy jack stands and having dirt and fluid fall in my face. Engine removal might be slightly harder due to all the connectors and motor mounts but at least I can work in relative comfort and replace all the gaskets while its out