1969 Race Dart w/ 426 Hemi- garaged for 45+ years

The best way to pull a mopar engine is to drop the cradle out from underneath. A search here will find you that info. But in your situation with a motor plate and a hemi, you might be coming out the top. Taking the hood off certainly makes that easier. I’d personally disconnect the trans and yank the engine by itself.
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