I'm removing the pitman arm on a 1988 Chevy 1/2 ton, 4X4, 5.0 liter. I've removed the rod side but I can't get it off the steering box. I can't get a puller on it because the frame is right in the way. I pounded and pounded on a pickle fork to no avail. Do I have to remove the steering box? If so, it looks like I have to remove the fender too, right? Is there any harm in using a pickle fork? I'm thinking of tapering the pickle fork a bit to get more friction and leverage.
Thanks for your help!
Dan