R&R transmission/trans. case

I have a "57 CJ5; Dana 18 t.c. Warner T90 tranny and bell housing. I have them out, rebuilt, cleaned and all pretty looking. Repainted grey; easy to spot leaks. There shouldn't be any, I hope. Putting the whole thing back in, is it easier to assemble everything outside and roll it under the jeep and jack it into place? Or should I put it together one part at a time? Also, The shifters; should I have them already attached and raise the whole thing at once or instal after. ALL comments welcome.
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I just did the same thing to a t14 and the d18. I lifted them in place one at a time think it would be easier. If I had it to do over (which I may) I would have assembled them at installed it as one unit. My concern is the gasket/sealent between the transmission and transfer case may have move out of alignment when I was attaching the transfer case. I had lots and lots of black rtv on it so I'm just hoping it doesnt leak. If so it'll come down again.

 

I installed the trans/transfer as a unit. even had the crossmember bolted on as well. make a cardboard cover for the transmission to keep any dirt/rust/bolts out of it.

 

Yup, right on!:iagree:

 

Bought a tranny jack at Harbor Freight. Works like a charm. Thank's for the info gentlemen. You have been a great help! -G