Rebuilding automatic steering column

[nxtruck]

Well, my parts showed up around noon today and then I tore into the column. They really aren't that bad to work on once you have it laying on the work bench in front of you. My lower bearing was completely gone and the shift detent mechanism at the bottom of the shift tube was in bad need of lubrication. I replaced the lower bearing, lubriplated the upper shift collar, lubed the detent mechanism, replaced the neutral safety switch, and put it back together. Success!! Everything works as it should, the shifting is smoother, and, best of all, no more popping and catching noises coming from inside the column.
I want to thank the guys that replied in this thread for the help; especially chevyrestoguy! Your description of tearing into one of these columns really helped me!!
Thanks again guys!!