I wrenched a few more bolts tonight - and got torque tube plate out, and got both of the gas tank shields off the car.
I also measured the height of the trans and subframe and the trans jack - and the max height of my car on the lift - I'll have about 4" of clearance.
So I should be able to get the whole rear end out as one unit - and not have to break it apart. That should save some time.
I also got my black Gorilla lug nuts installed on the front - I think it looks a lot better then the old chrome lugs.