Evacuated already so I don’t have to worry about that. You mentioned you did one on a TT. Did you have to remove the accordion hose to get to the compressor mounting bolts?
I’ve replaced the alternator and power steering pump before. Based on your description it doesn’t sound like the compressor will be as much hassle as the PS pump was.
Ps. I’ve always lifted my radiator out the top. You must have your car hoisted pretty high to get it out the bottom. :-)