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Removal of oem column – ididit Retrofit Steering Column: 1955-59 Chevy Truck User Manual

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Pieces NOT included in Kit: Coupler & Wire Harness

(Purchased separately)

Coupler: If you are using the stock box you will also need a 1” DD x 3/4” DD

Coupler

(Part #: 3000315249)

to join the column to the stock gearbox.

Wiring Harness: If using a stock wire harness you will need a wiring kit for

your truck.

1955: 3100035775

1956: 3100035780

1957-59: 3100035785

REMOVAL of OEM Column:

Disconnect positive battery cable.

To remove your old col-

umn, disconnect the

wiring that may be con-

nected to the column.

Remove the Floor

Mount and Underdash

Mount that holds the

column in place. Next

cut the column

from the engine bay 5 1/2” up from the gearbox.

Pull what’s left of the original column through the

cab of the truck and eliminate it. The column tube

then needs to be fully removed from the stock

steering box. We recommend unbolting the three

bolts that hold the box and then placing it on a

work bench for easier access. Remove the old

column tube by pulling it out of the steering box.

You may need to use a torch and pipe wrench to

twist the tube out of the original steering box.