[vettestr]

The pins can be a pain. An attachment screws to the end of a slide hammer and works great if you have room. If space will not allow then I weld a nut to the pin with an arc welder. Get big enough nut so it allows a good spot weld between inside of nut and the pin. The localized heat from the weld shocks pin and block to loosen it up many times. I use an air impact to rattle the nut while a screwdriver prys out from the block.

You got her handled but thought a mention of the welded nut may help someone in the future. Enjoy your Toy!!! Jeff C