All very good advice. Thanks everybody for the input.
I remember taking the axles out in my crx long ago and I just banged on the control arm until the joint came apart. I always wondered if it was bad for the car? I will make for positive absolutely sure that I have all connections to the tranny disconnected before I make an attempt at taking it apart. I'm pretty paranoid about things and so I usually check stuff several times before tearing stuff apart. Anyways, if I have any trouble throughout the process I will post it. Having backup from fellow Teg owners gives me piece of mind. Thanks again.