Front suspension question, How do I get the drift pin out? Options

[rdr]

Hi all,

Finally getting back to the 74 that I purchased 18 months ago. Still in the strip-down stage. I actually started to weld a bit. Typical floor pans, trunk, etc but then realized it would be better to finish the strip-down. Engine and interior already out. Rear suspension also out as of today. Now working on the front. Took the disks off. I realize that I need a pickle fork for the steering ball joint. Will pick one up tomorrow. Here are my 2 questions.

1. Without taking a BFH to the drift pin that is at the bottom of the strut above the ball joint, how else do I remove it? Really wedged in there. Do I raise the suspension a bit to take the weight off and then try to drive it out? Do they sell replacements just in case?

2. How do I get the top shock bolt off without the special tool that grabs the notched ring to prevent it from turning? Or do I just buy the tool? And from where?

Thanks as always. Pictures will follow I promise! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)