We got it off after way too much beating, filing the mushroomed end of shaft, heating, heating again. None of which worked. Finally decided since the old motor was trash to just throw a metal blade in the Sawzall and cut the shaft off behind the piece. Don't worry, I didn't hurt the spacer behind it. Just 2-3 taps at the bench vise and the shaft dropped to the floor. Viola... we are in business. Tomorrow AM heading to Home Depot for the longer 5/16 bolt and get it all back together.
Will take some emery cloth to the inside of the troublesome part. Should be running again by noon.
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