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Dwleo
03-04-2019, 11:59 AM
I searched the posts for something similar to what my problem is but to no avail.
People write about sloppiness, removable, etc.
With my problem I cannot even get close to their problem.
My wheel won't go on the shaft. Yes, I know the boss only fits a certain way and when it is lined up properly, it doesn't fit. I don't want to rubber mallet it on as that doesn't solve what I consider a problem.
Anyone else have an install problem with the steering wheel?

wallace18
03-04-2019, 12:28 PM
Some times you have to sand down the shaft a bit. Or use steel wool on the shaft. Make sure there are no burrs on the hub inside. It is a very tight fit for sure. Good luck.

broku518
03-04-2019, 03:05 PM
I had the same 'problem.'
Didn't want to use a rubber hammer. Instead, I used some fine sandpaper and elbow grease. Worked magic!

FLPBFoot
03-04-2019, 03:31 PM
Same here. It is a very tight fit like putting the spindles on. A bit of light sanding, a bit of lubrication and it will go on.

You'll get it.

Steve

Dwleo
03-05-2019, 02:58 PM
Thanks guys.
It's coming along.PITA though.

Straversi
03-05-2019, 03:21 PM
Thanks guys.
It's coming along.PITA though.

Once its on, its a real pain to get off. Don't torque it down until you need to.
-Steve

Avalanche325
03-06-2019, 07:40 PM
It's nothing a 6-pack a torch and a sledge hammer won't fix.

RandyF
03-13-2019, 09:47 PM
I searched the posts for something similar to what my problem is but to no avail.
People write about sloppiness, removable, etc.
With my problem I cannot even get close to their problem.
My wheel won't go on the shaft. Yes, I know the boss only fits a certain way and when it is lined up properly, it doesn't fit. I don't want to rubber mallet it on as that doesn't solve what I consider a problem.
Anyone else have an install problem with the steering wheel?

I think the, only goes on one way, refers to the bolt pattern on the steering wheel and hub. Mine was tight as well. I used rubber mallet, but only tp tap it on. "Kit Car", it is.

Packer fan
03-14-2019, 10:16 PM
It's nothing a 6-pack a torch and a sledge hammer won't fix.

It sounds like your a fellow cheese head.