Re: [DML] Steering wheel removal

[Martin Gutkowski <webmaster@xxxx>]

Sorry John, but I strongly disagree - all that's required is a force 
that pulls the wheel off in a strait line. I believe the threads are M6 
and go to a depth of about 10mm. In addition to my last post, the large 
bolt that pushes onto the end of the column should be sharpened into a 
point as this locates it centrally.

The contraption James made has worked on 100% of cars tested (numbering 
three so far) and none could be removed without it.

Paul, can you bring it with you to the NEC this Sunday - I'll take a 
photo of it.

Martin
#1458

jrc2905@xxxx wrote:

> You can use a standard steering wheel puller with some modifications.
>
> First you need long bolts to clear the steering wheel with the puller, I used 
> 1/4 inch threaded rod from the hardware store.
> next you need to drill and retap the two threaded holes in the steering wheel 
> for the puller, they are metric and way to small. they will strip you try to 
> pull the steering wheel off. You may even have to go to the next larger size 
> rod depending how much force is needed to pull the steering wheel off. 
> But by using the right tool for the job the steering wheel will come off.
> John