Yes the zf comes out without the engine but it's tight.
The engine mounts need to be loosened and it's very close over the a/c condenser.
You may be able to use one of the new engine supports that are use to support front wheel drive/transverse mount engines. They stand on the fender lips and span from fender to fender. They have a little hoist mounted to them and should support the rear of the engine without the worry or hurting the oil pan.
You are going to have to work out the detail of how it stands in the fender lips. The angle is going to be very steep.
You can probably make your own out of some Home Depot steel bar or angle stock and find a little winch that will work.
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