2003 sport 4x4 starter removal

[boater123]

Trying to remove starter on a 2003 explorer sport 4x4 so I can unbolt torque converter to remove engine, I was able to remove mount bolts with long extension from front of engine. I can't get anything on wires to remove the wires. The starter is loose but there just is no room to remove it. Any ideas?
I am going to try removing left motor mount to see if I can get more room.
All ideas appreciated. I'm only a few bolts from removing the blown engine.

I'm replacing the engine because the RT front cylinder sucked an intake valve.

 

[wood1]

That sucks.

Maybe you can follow the wires to where they are anchored, undo a bracket to give you more wire to work with?