ok I got the dang thing apart finally with some help from a torch. heated the outside up and let it cool for a minute and was able to turn it out with a lot of muscle. the balls look good so I am going to just order the drag link repair kit and out it back together. Trying to stick under budget on this truck as I don't know if I am going to keep it just yet. I have another truck sitting in Montana I am going to go look at and then decide which one I want to keep. anybody looking for one stay tuned. I have a 1951 with a 54 235 motor and a cast iron power glide with a Dana rear end with 3:54 gears and the open driveline. good solid truck all converted to 12 volt with alternator and has the old school Fenton visor, aluminum slotted old school mag wheels with brand new tires...will see if I can add a picture soon