I had to step away from my stator replacement project for a while because life got in the way, but I am back at it, albeit at my slow pace.
@Kevin frazier -- your tip about taking the front engine mount bolt out completely was what I was missing in terms of getting the frame to swivel off of the engine. Thank you.
I got the stator out today and am awaiting delivery of the new unit before I begin putting her back together. Just thought I would provide an update.