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« on: November 05, 2023, 10:21:28 AM »
Well, it finally came out undamaged.
I used the PB Blaster & heat mostly. Probably used the torch from under the intake and the front of the block at least 10 times in each spot spraying PB when warm so when it cooled it could get in when the metals are moving & tapping in many spots. Spraying a couple times a day also. Last thing I did was put vinegar on it once after heating then the next morning put an oil filter wrench around the top (really nice fit) and wrapped duct tape around the top as to not damage the casting flipping over so sticky side was out for more grip. Pulled pretty hard then.....it moved an 1/8". Thats when I knew I had it licked. Back and forth for about 30 minutes and she came out. Patience patience patience
What I learned was first make sure the nose of the shaft it not seized in the block. If so free it up with PB Blaster (or similar) with heat.
If still stuck, then you know exactly where. (the aluminum housing is seized on the 2 1/4" wide rings that seat it in the block).
This all, start to finish took about a little less than 2 weeks.