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Title: Remove Steering Wheel to Access Ignition Lock Tumbler.
Post by: Spool on March 01, 2021, 07:50:00 PM
Hey Guys.
73 C20 here.

Trying to access my ignition lock tumbler as it needs to be replaced.
I've attached pictures below.

Vile, my steering wheel is aftermarket, but does that change the setup of the column?
You also mentioned that I need a puller to remove the hub - would the hub be the metal piece in the first photo?
Will any old wheel puller work or does it need to be specific?
Title: Re: Remove Steering Wheel to Access Ignition Lock Tumbler.
Post by: frotosride on March 03, 2021, 08:20:05 PM
That hub looks OE, a simple 'Y' shaped puller will get it off.
Title: Re: Remove Steering Wheel to Access Ignition Lock Tumbler.
Post by: Spool on March 03, 2021, 09:38:05 PM
Like this, Froto?
https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/BK_7763905?cid=paidsearch_shopping_dcoe_google&campaign=GSC-Tools-Equipment&campaign_id=8553470562&adgroup_id=107047174069&adtype=pla&gclid=Cj0KCQiAhP2BBhDdARIsAJEzXlFr-qzXLO3-ZNBPlUCfIBvaiWhZC4I73GO3MynYpVidmgj7n0b2bpYaAhRAEALw_wcB&
Title: Re: Remove Steering Wheel to Access Ignition Lock Tumbler.
Post by: frotosride on March 04, 2021, 06:05:36 AM
Better to try this one. It will be less hassle and less likely to break something. 

https://www.harborfreight.com/bolt-type-wheel-puller-set-62620.html?cid=paid_google%7C%7C%7C62620&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&utm_content=&gclid=CjwKCAiAp4KCBhB6EiwAxRxbpDtIP2TakLmsTrn72elVk3SIatI2UsP0hMTHAa41XB5mXfnpuWxqYBoCJfgQAvD_BwE (https://www.harborfreight.com/bolt-type-wheel-puller-set-62620.html?cid=paid_google%7C%7C%7C62620&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&utm_content=&gclid=CjwKCAiAp4KCBhB6EiwAxRxbpDtIP2TakLmsTrn72elVk3SIatI2UsP0hMTHAa41XB5mXfnpuWxqYBoCJfgQAvD_BwE)
Title: Re: Remove Steering Wheel to Access Ignition Lock Tumbler.
Post by: Spool on March 04, 2021, 08:18:51 AM
Nice. Thanks Froto.
Someone else on the board suggested this one as well:
https://www.harborfreight.com/steering-wheel-remover-set-63685.html (https://www.harborfreight.com/steering-wheel-remover-set-63685.html)

I think because it also includes a lock plate removal tool?
Title: Re: Remove Steering Wheel to Access Ignition Lock Tumbler.
Post by: bd on March 04, 2021, 12:00:26 PM
Also see "How to replace ignition switch? (http://forum.73-87chevytrucks.com/smforum/index.php?topic=38591.msg323204#msg323204)" for relevant information on steering wheel pullers/tools.