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pokethesmot · 03-04-2009, 02:30 PM

ok i got my new billet kit in the mail today i got the hazard part put on but to put the turn signal part on i think i have to take the steering wheel off but i dont see how i have the big nut in the center off but its still wont budge can some one help

JohnC · 03-04-2009, 02:45 PM

You need a steering wheel puller. The big nut kind of presses the steering wheel onto the splined shaft. They are really inexpensive at any parts store or hardware store. I have them at my hardware store for $6.99.

pokethesmot · 03-04-2009, 03:46 PM

is there a truck to taking the blinker lever off with out taking the steering wheel off

JohnC · 03-04-2009, 05:45 PM

Not that I know of. If you have the signal lever with the windshield wiper controls on it that's about the easiest way. In fact you may have to take out the wheel lock plate that is below the steering wheel too. If so you may need another tool, which is also real cheap, or you can do it by pushing down on the plate and taking the keeper ring off the steering shaft. However for the hassle and cost of the tool, BUY THE TOOL!

makes it so much easier. Once you get that off you will be able to see the signal switch and there is a little piece in there that works the high beam part of the switch. Sounds complicated, but once you get into it, it's really not.

pokethesmot · 03-04-2009, 07:33 PM

mines just a metal pole that operates the turn signals

84 400 · 03-04-2009, 08:04 PM

Autozone will rent u the puller for free. I have done it a million times on Saginaw columns and it only takes a few minutes. The hardest part is removing the damm C clip retaining thing that holds the locking plate on. But i think they make a tool to do it. I just use two screw drivers.

used to have a good link but can't find it no more.......

f.monroe · 03-04-2009, 08:47 PM

Pull the steering wheel and then there should be a black plastic cover over the locking plate . The plate meay have to come off but I do not remember . The turn signal rod just has a screw holding it to the turn signal switch . You will needd a puller to remove the wheel . I have sen them come off by pulling real hard on the wheel and tapping the center stud with a hammer but it will result in a nosebleed or worse when it lets loose .
Frank

03-04-2009, 02:30 PM	#1
pokethesmot profeshinaly unimployed Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: hazlehurst, GA Posts: 1,232	steering wheel help ok i got my new billet kit in the mail today i got the hazard part put on but to put the turn signal part on i think i have to take the steering wheel off but i dont see how i have the big nut in the center off but its still wont budge can some one help __________________ my ride click here my myspace "having mud flaps is like asking for a smaller trophy"

03-04-2009, 02:45 PM	#2
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: steering wheel help You need a steering wheel puller. The big nut kind of presses the steering wheel onto the splined shaft. They are really inexpensive at any parts store or hardware store. I have them at my hardware store for $6.99.

03-04-2009, 03:46 PM	#3
pokethesmot profeshinaly unimployed Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: hazlehurst, GA Posts: 1,232	Re: steering wheel help is there a truck to taking the blinker lever off with out taking the steering wheel off __________________ my ride click here my myspace "having mud flaps is like asking for a smaller trophy"

03-04-2009, 05:45 PM	#4
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: steering wheel help Not that I know of. If you have the signal lever with the windshield wiper controls on it that's about the easiest way. In fact you may have to take out the wheel lock plate that is below the steering wheel too. If so you may need another tool, which is also real cheap, or you can do it by pushing down on the plate and taking the keeper ring off the steering shaft. However for the hassle and cost of the tool, BUY THE TOOL! makes it so much easier. Once you get that off you will be able to see the signal switch and there is a little piece in there that works the high beam part of the switch. Sounds complicated, but once you get into it, it's really not.

03-04-2009, 07:33 PM	#5
pokethesmot profeshinaly unimployed Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: hazlehurst, GA Posts: 1,232	Re: steering wheel help mines just a metal pole that operates the turn signals __________________ my ride click here my myspace "having mud flaps is like asking for a smaller trophy"

03-04-2009, 08:04 PM	#6
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,741	Re: steering wheel help Autozone will rent u the puller for free. I have done it a million times on Saginaw columns and it only takes a few minutes. The hardest part is removing the damm C clip retaining thing that holds the locking plate on. But i think they make a tool to do it. I just use two screw drivers. used to have a good link but can't find it no more....... __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

03-04-2009, 08:47 PM	#7
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: steering wheel help Pull the steering wheel and then there should be a black plastic cover over the locking plate . The plate meay have to come off but I do not remember . The turn signal rod just has a screw holding it to the turn signal switch . You will needd a puller to remove the wheel . I have sen them come off by pulling real hard on the wheel and tapping the center stud with a hammer but it will result in a nosebleed or worse when it lets loose . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !



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