I "rented" the correct Snap On tool from a guy on a Corvette forum. It took all of 3 minutes to pull the bushing with the correct tool.
I installed the new tail shaft bushing, seal, and new yoke on the driveshaft. Finally, got some dry weather the other day and went for a drive. The vibration is still there... It may be very slightly reduced around the 2000 rpm range, but the 4000+ rpm vibration felt the same.
So...……..I pulled the trans out this morning. It went smoothly.
Here's a short video of the play in the input shaft.
https://youtu.be/cbggep6tDu0
Axial play is .007"
Radial play is .065" (measured about 1/2" from pilot end of shaft)
I'm pretty sure that's not within spec. Any input?
The pilot bushing, throw-out bearing, etc, look normal too me.
**Not sure why the top two photos are 90* off**
Daniel