Removing PS cylinder on MF230

[jasperab]

I knew I was going to have problems when the two nuts and hydraulic lines came off easily.
The tapered shaft on the rear bearing finally yielded to a pickle fork, but the front is still stuck tight. My dealer suggested tapping it with a hammer, backed by another hammer while prying, but so far this hasn't worked either.
Liquid wrench and WD40 have been applied liberally.
I have hesitated to heat it with a torch so far but am now looking for a solution.
Any suggestions?

 

[jasperab]

Got that begger!
Used a combination of pressure from a smaller pickle fork, and tapping on the housing while applying the pressure. Finally popped out.
I was afraid to heat it with a torch with all the POL's around.