An AKC isn't too terrible. The main challenge will be getting the upper cats through the gap between gearbox and tunnel. It is aided considerably by removing the primary O2 sensor, although that in itself is a bit of an ordeal since the SAI valve is in the way. It may be necessary to drop the rear of the subframe a little to gain clearance for the upper cat.
The left hand one could be done on jack stands as it is quite short and splits halfway down. The right hand one will need a lift though as it is one piece from manifold to exhaust system and needs 3-4 feet of ground clearance under the car to come out.
I'm not aware of anyone in the UK making replacements for the V8 unfortunately.
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