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More success, but what next.
I consulted with a trusted machinist, and without taking any of the engine apart, I was able to drill and tap the center of each of the pins with an 8-32 thread. The pins were apparently only case-hardened (a hard skin, but a softer core). I was then able to put a pair of vice-grips on the tap and draw out all 8 pins without any damage to the crank!
I now need to purchase new pins and begin reassembly.
DJD, to answer your questions, the gland nut has some damaged threads, and was backed-out of the crank at least a quarter inch. I'll need to buy a new one.
It sounds like I should remove and check the pushrods for straightness?
Should I replace the gland seal (especially now that it has chips in it from the drilling & tapping)? Can I just pry it out, it looks to be "glued" in with silicone stuff? Do I then push a new one in place and attach the flywheel with a new gland nut?
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