Oil pan gasket question

[Lost Bushman]

I've got the transmission out, (because I'm in the middle of the A4LD to FM146 swap), I noticed that the oil pan gasket could use changing. I'd rather not get into anything other than the swap right now, since I have limited space and resources.

So is the pan gasket GREATLY easier to change with the transmission out of the way? Or is it something that I can put off until the swap is complete?

 

[BRUTUS_T_HOG]

Having the transmission and flex plate out of the way makes it about 200% easier.

 

[Lost Bushman]

Ok, I guess I'll add it to the list. Thanks!

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