So I was waaaay off, I am an extremely slow worker as it turns out, everything was dropped and good until I tried to get the 2-3 transmission bolts loose in the front of the car. I am tempted to just pull it all from the top, I think that would be easier at this point.
I do have an offer for anybody semi-close with a down car. I will trade you my transmission, completely rebuilt with a diff of your choice for your transmission. Unfortunately I need it like now, which might be impossible but it doesn't hurt to ask.