Whatever is said for the '54, wil most probably be the same for the '55, as they only put out Supplements where there are minor changes to a new model.
Does the '54 Shop Manual show that the trans can be removed without pulling the engine as well?
The main problem I see is that there needs to be sufficient room to move either forward or backwards to give access to those bolts that need undoing to allow the separation from the crankshaft, and moving the engine forwards could be baulked by the engine mounts, front crossmember etc, as the engine cannot be lifted high enough to clear these obstacles.
As a package, when the complete unit is out, then there is a lot of room to access everything.
I know that the Shop Manual for 1972 says to use a vehicle hoist when removing the engine from an Eldorado, but I managed to remove mine using a jack to access anything underneath, and I have removed both the Engine and Trans as a unit, and also removed just the engine. But, I would remove both the Engine and Trans together every time as it is simply easier. Especially when putting them together in the car is VERY awkward.
Bruce.
