Take the nut totaly off the tie rod end ,oil or grease the rod threads  //
put the nut back on the thickness of the nut  You will need a 2 to 3 lb. hand
sledge  thats with the 12- 14 inch handle. Swat the knuckle 3-5 times  the area
with the hole for the tie rod end  ( DO NOT HIT THE TIE ROD END )   Hit
smartly .the shock will pop the tapered rod end up and out quite easily . remove nut
and continue on with your job //  A claw hammer isn,t heavy enough . ( Works
fine on just about any model car )
Don @ DVW
www.dvwimportautoparts.com