I had good luck splitting my 20B E-Shaft last night using the "pry and tap"
method.  Popped loose easily on the 3rd smack with a 5# dead blow  hammer.

http://www.wut2c.com/Knowledge/Automobile/mazda_20b_rebuild_tips.htm


All the 3 rotor housings are in good shape so I'll be cleaning them up and
shipping them to you today for P-Porting and sealing blocks.

Don