Pete,

Search on "studs" or "lugs" and you will find a few suggestions. I pressed mine out of the rear plate (in place) using a ball joint removal tool. It is like a big C-clamp. Worked like a charm for removal and installation.

Tim

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=38335

Auto Zone or Advance Auto might lend out such a tool.