Removing a heatshield from a 590A1 with GHOST RINGS ???

[CoverFire]

I need to remove a heatshield from a brand new 590a1 20" retrograde model and I would like to hear feedback on methods that *WORKED* without destroying the finish. The barrel is going to be installed in a lathe to get worked on so the shield needs to come off.
I only got 1 shot at this or else I'll need to get it refinished ...

So far I got 2 ideas.
1) put small wood shims on either side of the "ears" ( where the bolts go through to hold the shield on ) and tap them in basically opening them up and then hit it off with a 2x4

2) wrap the barrel in electricap tape a few times. Move the shield forward so the ears are over the tape, use a set of duck bill pliers to spread the ears open enough and lift it off .

The spring tension on the ears is rather high which is why I don't think idea #2 will work and I'm stuck with smacking the shield off...

Thanks

 

[CoverFire]

Nothing?

 

[lerch641]

Slip paper underneath the front ring and pull up.

That's about all you can do.

 

[CoverFire]

Got it with credit cards

 

[Dsiwy]

I wrapped tape around the barrel when removing and installing, to prevent damage to the finish. Then remove the tape when you’re finished.

 

[F22_RaptoR]

I usually use cardboard with a shiny side (like on a cereal box) and some oil and they usually come off with no issues. Glad you got it off!