I have read all the posts and articles on lens separation that I could find on the internet. The following is the best method I could find for my lens.
The lens is a modern, multicoated lens. Likely with modern UV cured cement that has come apart around the edges. both the front cell group and rear cell group have a "Free Centered" optical element. That is, the element are glued together WITHOUT being held in place by the lens body. In fact the inner most elements (closest to the shutter) do not touch the lens housing at all, there is an air gap all the way around the perimeter of the glass. Virtually impossible to center correctly at home.
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