So, last time I pulled the engine, the exhaust bolts were the ones giving me problem. I ended up having to cut the Y-pipe to get it out last time. This time, everything went smoothly. I mean, I had everything out much easier than I thought; EXCEPT, the damn shift linkage. The thing was really easy to remove last time, it just slided out. but this time, the splined shift rod that goes inside of the case rust seized to the U-joint... I tried to pry it out but nothing worked. I just don't understand, the pinch bolt was in perfect shape yet the splined rod is seized to the U-joint. Anyone got a trick I can try before I get too pissed off and cut that rod off? I have opened the MTX-75 before so I know how to get them back together, but I'd rather not do that if I don't have to.
