8-1/4 Pinion shaft a little tight

Yes thanks the cross shaft is what I am referring to.
I will clean the assembly out and polish the shaft up. Is there anything you recommend other than gear lube for inserting the shaft to aid in assembly ie turning the shaft to align with the bolt?

Dam this could be a script for a cheesy **** flick lol
lol Nope, that's what I'd use. That's what's goin in it so....