2005 Dodge Dakota - Quad cab, 5 3" short bed - ProCap Bed Caps "hoists lifts" Questions

how to remove engine removing the engine Hire engine hoist, remove radiater, exhaust, cabled engine secure bolts on rubbers, remove bolts on clutch to engine, on hoist slowly move engine towards front

to replace oil pan gasket, lift with hoist (cherry picker) or jack from under not sure if I should try to find a hook-up for a chain on top, or floor-jack from transmission area to get oil pan gasket ...