Because my clutch is slipping I'm removing the transmission from my 1984 Longbed so I
can replace the clutch parts.  I've looked at two different manuals (one online, one my
Toyota Truck 1984 Repair Manual.  Both have descriptions for removing the trans, but
there are items that aren't covered or that I don't understand.  Would someone give me a
complete description of this process?

Some of the questions I have:

1.  what's a good common object to use to plug up the transmission output shaft opening
(after you remove the driveshaft)?
2.  how many bolts/nuts are there holding the transmission to the engine(or to the
stiffener plate)?
3.  the bar that crosses from one longitudinal frame member to the other (about the
middle of the trans).  Does it need to be removed?
4.  to replace the clutch, does the trans need to be dropped down to the ground and
pushed out of the way, or can it be pushed
    backwards enough from it's original position.
5.  do I need to drain the trans oil?
6.  do I really need to drain the coolant from the engine and disconnect the upper
radiator hose?
7. do I really need to disconnect the accelerator torque rod at the firewall?

I'd like to hear any other comments that someone thinks might help me with this first
attempt(from this kind of car) at transmission removal.

Thanks,

jc