No, don't use a pickle fork.

I'll show you guys how to get them off.

Just need a 3lb hammer. No damage to TRE's that way.

You'll need a 22mm socket, a pair of pliers for the cotter pins, a 22mm wrench for the adjustors, and if you have stock adjusters, an 11mm wrench for those. Also, bring a tape measure so we can measure exactly where the adjuster nuts are...you can put it back togehter with the new ends with the same measurements, and you'll be really close on alignment. I'll explain to you how to set toe yourself when you get home, and you won't need a trip to the alignment shop.

Bust those adjuster nuts loose before removing the tierods. Bring WD40 or other penetrant.