Seized pinion

[Kja]

Having problems removing a seized pinion gear from transmission shaft on 917.370931 craftsman rear drive push lawnmower. I removed the retaining clip and soaked it with WD40 and it still won’t come off. I tried using a gear puller with no success. Help!!!!

 

[tom3]

Is this the gear at the wheel? I'd hit it with some heat, propane torch might do it.

 

[Kja]

Yes. The gear is at the wheel. I’ll use the propane torch. Hopefully it will come off. Thanks. I considered cutting the rod.

 

[Rivets]

WD-40 is not a good penetration oil. PB Blaster, Yield, AeroKroil, etc. will do a better job.

 

[Kja]

Thanks