Reporting back on this. I didn't pinch the 3/4 inch pipe but I did buy the tool from Stubblefield.
Worked like a charm. Whoever did this last did lock tight the bolts. Thanks for everyone's replies!

DK

I'm still struggling with this on both fork legs. I wonder if the last time the seals were replaced if lock tight wasn't used on the bolts.

I am going to buy the tool to assist.

Thanks,
Don

Thanks, I'll give it a shot.

DK

Thanks for the responses. Tried everything posted above without success. I'll try soaking in WD for a few days to see if it saturates the threads.

DK

Hello,

Stuck trying to get the hex bolt out of the damper rod. Tried compressing fork to put pressure on assembly but bolt just spins. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Don