Pinion stuck on 9XL?

[lxmuff]

If you can get the set screw from the pinion, run it without the set screw and the torque should get it loose.

Originally Posted by lxmuff

If you can get the set screw from the pinion, run it without the set screw and the torque should get it loose.

Actually, I've been running it for a week or two without the set screw in. It's pretty well stuck on there. I'll try prying like a couple guys have suggested.