Also get a breaker bar from Autozone, that will help a lot with the removal. Tap the end of the existing break a few times with a hammer to help break up the rockset
just order the reaction rods from midwest industries from Midway or Brownells. You most likely will not find a KAC version based on my recent experience. I used the MWI on my SR25 and it works great.
Ok with the right tools this is actually pretty easy. Thanks to everyone for the advice. Bought a reaction rod and breaker bar (7/8" crows foot) and it came off with no issues or hot water.