Well, I got both exhaust manifold assemblies off. Removing the lower rear wheelwell covers and both K-members made it a little easier, tho it was still a PITA to get the manifolds off! All the wiring harnesses have been removed from the engine and laid aside also. Engine is about ready to come out now I think.
The plenum is removed, but the injectors are still installed. Jeffvette, you mention using the injector housing bolt holes for lifting. Not sure which holes you mean. A picture or a diagram would help showing how the lift harness connects.
Can you leave the transmission installed, or do you have to completely remove it? When I did my LT1, I left the transmission installed, supported by a jack and removed the engine, bellhousing attached. Don't know if you can do the same thing with the LT5.
Can't stop staring at Jeffvette's avatar... LOL, yummy!