Trolling motor prop pin removal help?

[ben2go]

I have a Minn Kota 3HP TM.The prop shaft has rusted really bad.The prop pin is stuck.I tried using a BIG set of channel lock pliers and pushing it out.I also tried knocking it out with a hammer.No dice.Yes I soaked it in penatrating oil for nearly 2 months.I may try a friend's V block and press.I may just have to cut it off and drill the rest of it out.Any body have any other ideas.

 

[bcritch]

Try putting some heat on it. You can use one of those portable propane torches. Be careful not to heat the shaft to much so you don't cause any damage.

 

[ben2go]

Try putting some heat on it. You can use one of those portable propane torches. Be careful not to heat the shaft to much so you don't cause any damage.

I thought of this but the seal is to close and will melt.I'm trying to save everything I can.

 

[flash]

try using a small punch and a hammer, don't beat it, just tap it and spray some deep creep on it and tap some more. It will come out, just be patient.

 

[dedawg1149]

take it to a machine shop you can probably get it done real cheap

 

[ben2go]

Oh shoot!I forgot about this thread.I got the pin out.For nearly 2 months I was putting penatrating oil on it.Earlier this week I got it half way out.I soaked over night in oil and the next day,I used vise grips to lever it out a little more and the pin broke.I soaked it in oil again and used a 3 inch finish nail to drive the rest out.I have since cleaned it all up and made a post about that.Here's the link. https://tinboats.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=5453&hilit=3hp