Engine and Driveshaft support

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Hi I am taking apart my 1991 200 20v Avant to repair the throw out bearing.  
The Bently shows a support for the engine near the front that you should  
install to support the engine prior to removing the transmission. Does this push  
down on the front of the motor or pull up. I have an engine crane that I could 
 use just need to know how to rig. Also the book shows a support for the 
drive  shaft. How critical is this? I do not plan on changing anything on it and 
will  mark everything prior to removal. Any other tips for the clutch job? Car 
has  137,000 miles and clutch was fine. Lots of work for a bearing. I wonder  
where it was made. thanks Richard