Tried searching and got 40,000 alternator questions. So here is 40,001:

Is there a way to get the alternator out without removing the lower radiator hose? If not, any trick to removing the hose w/o doing a drain or keep the mess minimal? If I have to drain - how much fluid are we talking about?

I have power steering, so no room to go out the top.

1985 4Runner w/ 22RE EFI