Wow guys... just... put the pickle forks (...and for that matter, big f*** hammers...) down!
Get a balljoint separator tool! They're not expensive, and you'll have a chance of suspension disassembly and component re-use that way (if it matters...)
Harbor freight sells an inexpensive one that works great for 986 balljoints, if you add some clearance to the inside diameter (grinding required.) Perfect fit without modification on 986 tie rod ends.
http://t.harborfreight.com/3-4-quarter-inch-forged-ball-joint-separator-99849.html?utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.c om%2F
Lubricate all the metal-on-metal contact points with an extreme-pressure grease (my preference is cv joint grease), and make sure to get it fully seated close, so the tool has good leverage before you put the screws to it. You'll be shocked how easy it is to use. And, you won't be damaging precious, fragile, and expensive aluminum 986 suspension components in the process!