Hello everyone ! I have a 99 camaro base model with the 3800 series 2 v6. The engine has a lower end tapping noise after the engine warms up. I suspect it's a bearing going bad. I have not been driving the car since I noticed the noise.

My plan is to replace the crankshaft and bearings. I'm not very familiar with these cars. I have a couple questions for those of you that are familiar with these cars and the 3800 series 2 engine.

1) Is it possible to remove the crankshaft without removing the whole engine from the car ?

2) Is it possible to remove the rods and pistons from the bottom end without removing the heads ?

Your help and information will be most appreciated !