Transmission / clutch install questions - 3OTT

[Bruce F]

Hi All - I have never done this before but I am currently re-assembling my 69 Stepside with a rebuilt 230 inline 6, new clutch and a rebuild 3 speed Saginaw.

A few questions
1. the resurfaced flywheel and new clutch are installed on the back of the engine. Do I a) install the bellhousing next ? or do I b) bolt the transmission to the bellhousing 1st and mate both to the motor together ?

2. if "a" above when do I install the clutch fork onto the pivot ball- before transmission install or after ?

3. the clutch fork has retaining spring clip on the pivot ball. Mine was broken but ordered a new one. This clip is curved, when I install it in the fork is the curve facing me or away from me? ( I searched threads and saw one saying concave facing me and another saying convex facing me)

any input appreciated - cheers Bruce