Hi all.

Don't know why it seemed like a difficult or insurmountable task.
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As per list wisdom (and thanks Ralph), tapped each anchor with
hammer many times, especially around the exposed bottom
of the anchor pin, applied penetrating fluid several times,
heated and reheated several times and eventually they each
started turning. I used vice grips. That anchor metal is relatively
soft; DON'T be tempted to turn the part with something
inserted between the jaws. I'm sure the exposed bottom of the pin is
made a slightly larger diameter so you can get pliers on it.

I'm super stoked. Really didn't want to tackle back plate removal
having recently finished the trailing arm project!

Neil.

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