Help with removing stuck pinion yoke

Ok Rusty, now that's funny, and yes, SGB, that's a good idea, I actually thought of doing something like that but was worried that the force against the 1/4 inch threads in the yoke would get destroyed , have you actually tried this method?
Yes i have. It’s a balancing act, put it under pressure without over tightening and hit the head with a BFH.