Got the crossmember out, gournd down the diff drops and painted em, red is drying right now. I drained the front diff, and since I am a dummy, I forgot to disconnect the prop shaft prior to removing the wheels and CVs. PITA to break those bolts loose with a strap wrench.
Tomorrow I will pull down the axle, get the CVs ready for install on Thanksgiving or friday. Should be all buttoned up by sunday...I hope.