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Old 04-30-2026, 01:20 PM   #2
glennpm
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Default Re: '40 Pickup Steering Column Removal

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Originally Posted by rockitdoc View Post
I removed the clamp at the steering box, removed the wheel and the dash mount but can't get the column to separate from the box. What's the trick?
The bottom of the column tube has been gripped tight with perhaps a little rust between it and the steering box. You need to spread and pry it carefully at the slot.
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