Posted By: 717071CHALLENGER
Ebody Steering Column Replace ignition switch Help - 03/17/10 02:23 AM
Hello
I,m Trying to change ignition switch in a 71 challenger.It is calling for special tool C-3044 To pull bearing and housing from shaft.Anyone use this tool ot have any suggestions on getting the bearing and housing off that hold the ignition switch
Thanks Randy
Posted By: denfireguy
Re: Ebody Steering Column Replace ignition switch Help - 03/17/10 03:07 AM
I used a harbor freight puller. It fits in the crush can and pulls the can right off. It also has the lock plate depressor to get that off. Then push the pin and it is out.
Craig
Posted By: NachoRT74
Re: Ebody Steering Column Replace ignition switch Help - 03/17/10 01:55 PM
I never have used any speciall tool beside just the steering puller and snap ring plyers
Posted By: cuda-sweden
Re: Ebody Steering Column Replace ignition switch Help - 03/17/10 02:15 PM
theres a member selling that tool in the for sale section.
Posted By: IMGTX
Re: Ebody Steering Column Replace ignition switch Help - 03/18/10 02:44 AM
I never needed the tool either.
Once you remove the snap ring and the screws that hold the upper to the middle housing, simply pull on the upper housing. If it doesn't come off then place two screwdrivers (one on each side) between the upper and middle housings. Gently pry the upper housing off.
Works like a charm.
Posted By: NachoRT74
Re: Ebody Steering Column Replace ignition switch Help - 03/18/10 04:05 AM
or simply using a rubber mallet at a side and will come off too easy to be pulled by hands. I had never needed to make it, but just in case is needed.