Ah yes, I thought this was it by the way you described. On your cylinder, that wire is what holds the gland in. Lock your cylinder in a vise with the groove up. Now while turning the gland, stick a pick down in the groove and catch the end of the wire as it comes around. You want to guide the wire out of the groove as you turn the gland. When the wire tries to come out of the groove, the gland will become harder to turn, just give her a little extra, it will pop out. You will need a good pick so it does not bend. After the wire is out, use the rod like a slide hammer and pound the gland free. Just be careful as oil will go flying everywhere. I've lost many a good work clothes and shoes doing this. I've even stripped right there and used my clothes to soak up the oil. I don't know about you, but in my case, it wasn't a pretty sight. Let us know how you do.
Andy
Oops, just saw your pics. Already apart, okay, disregard. Looks like you boogered her up a little, but should be fine.