When you start a project like this, there is always a point where you get frustrated. But you can do it.
You have to take your time, and read the manual over and over again until you get a feel for the whole job. Then follow the manual, step by step, no improvising. It all falls together if you study the manual and follow it step by step.
You are trying to figure out too many things at once (timing belt removal, manifold stud removal, engine mount removal, timing belt cover emoval, cam removal, etc.). That's what happens when you are not following the manual's steps. It gets overwhelming.
I recommend that you read the manual again (the whole head removal process, from start to finish) before you do any more work on the car. Then, when you are ready, start at Step One in the manual. Just like you are starting the whole job from the beginning. Don't move on to Step Two until Step One is sucessfully completed.
