I hit a huge wall. The shifter selector shaft seal (It has many names apparently) won’t come out. I have tried the special tool. I also tried getting two very small screws in it and pulling it out. I have resorted to trying to use a pick and get it pulled out. Nothing is working. Does anyone have any idea of how to get this out?!? I think part of my problem is that the transmission has 220k miles on it and I am in Phoenix where the heat just eats rubber and plastic.
The good news is this is definitely my leak, and I think I have been slowly seeping ATF for at least the last 10 months.
If anyone know of a trick or has any advice I would greatly appreciate it. I have been under this car for the last 3 nights trying to get this stupid seal out. Below are some pictures of what I am working with. The seal is right behind the front drive shaft and really tight working conditions.

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