How to remove control arms and spindle?

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Before I break something or myself, what is the best way to separate the upper and lower control arms from the spindle? Im trying to break down the front end so that I can get the frame sand blasted and the spots where the ball joints drop through the spindle are giving me trouble. I tried a pickle fork on the spot at the top of the spindle but no dice.

Ive already removed the u bolts that held the lower control arm on the axle and the shock and spring.