rebuilding rearend need help fast

[optimus]

2006 F350 2WD dually 11.25 ring gear 4.10 gear ratio

i had to order a new housing from ford got it in today.. i pulled the differential assembly no problems but i can't seem to get the pinion gear out is there a trick to this that i need to know about? some special tool i need? i'm at a loss I've rebuilt rear ends before and the pinion normally comes right out after removing the nut and pulling the yoke.

and help is greatly appreciated

[Bad Night]

Either hit it with a soft (dead blow , lead , or brass ) hammer (while holding on to the gear side so it doesn't fly out ) or use an air chisel with a point (put it in the dimple in the center) and also hold on to the gear side . Sometimes they stick a little in the front bearing .

[optimus]

it took a 3 pound shop hammer and a 2x4 about thirty licks and it came loose thanks for the help

[Bad Night]

Haha , I've had em that stuck too .... No problem glad I could help .