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Amigo4

02-03-2019 @ 5:50 PM

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Any suggestions on removing a '34 steering wheel will be greatly appreciated. Thanks,Amigo4 (Dave)

02-03-2019 @ 6:59 PM

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Have you started the job yet? Do you have the horn/light switch & rod assembly removed yet?

Go to this link and print the diagram/drawing you will see there > http://vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/FH_images/FH_steeringear-pics/Flathead_SteeringGear_1933to36.jpg

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02-03-2019 @ 8:09 PM

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If you have started and you can take a picture of the wheel where the nut holds the wheel there is a long shot that someone drilled a couple of holes for a modern puller? The attached picture shows the area I want to see, in this case without the extra holes. If these holes are not there then it may be time to look for an original steering wheel puller. If the steering wheel is loose you may be able to remove it without a puller (small chance). Be careful it is easy to damage the threads on the steering shaft. Get your answers before you get out the hammer (especially to MG) , these parts are easy to damage and getting hard to find.

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02-04-2019 @ 7:31 AM

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Thanks for your prompt reply. A picture is attached, no holes. The steering wheel is not even thinking about being loose. Won't hitting the rod with a hammer damage the bearings or gear in the steering box? I have no idea where to search for an original wheel puller.

Dave

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02-04-2019 @ 7:34 AM

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Thanks for the diagram. I have pulled the horn/light switch and rod assembly but don't know what to do next. Dave

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02-04-2019 @ 7:46 AM

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K R Wilson Co. made a steering wheel puller. See if Mac VanPelt can rent you one. VanPelt Sales in Ohio

02-04-2019 @ 9:57 AM

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These threads might help you > https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=242880&highlight=removing+steering+wheel

And > https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123089&highlight=Puller

You might have to sign up as a member of the Ford Barn Forum in order to see the pictures....

Here's a video of what a Model A guy did to remove his steering wheel > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=er3gKmcWZJs

I like this one which should be easy to fabricate > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFeUZE97lP4

Here's a similar tool > https://www.ebay.com/itm/KS-Tools-670-0191-Universal-steering-wheel-puller-3-arm-160mm/312092064994?epid=1015851127&hash=item48aa22fce2:g:NNoAAOSwjylasjhn:rk:1:pf:0

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02-04-2019 @ 10:54 AM

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"Thanks for your prompt reply. A picture is attached, no holes. The steering wheel is not even thinking about being loose. Won't hitting the rod with a hammer damage the bearings or gear in the steering box? I have no idea where to search for an original wheel puller.

Dave"

I don't like the hammer idea as you usually mess up the threads on the shaft. Try contacting your local V8 Club Chapter and see if they have one to loan to members, they may rent it to a non member. If still no luck try a wanted ad here and on fordbarn.com. You could probably start with "want to rent". Try contacting VanPelt, they don't show one for rent on their site but you never know until you ask, http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/flathead_home.htm

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02-04-2019 @ 12:11 PM

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removing the wheel is a hard job if a good rust buster does not help
soaking for week. use a heat gun on low to might help
I assume you want to restore the wheel,
here is a novel idea,
maybe restore it in place,
I had to do this once,
just use a drop cloth and whatever it takes to protect the inside of the car,
and just take your time,
you can use a small touch up spray gun or air brush to repaint the wheel
use a crack filler, maybe the same stuff to repair bowing balls, to fill in the cracks,
I heard JB WELD does a good job but never tried it,
Hope this helps,
this is my 2 cents, 1937RAGTOPMAN

on my 37 I had to remove the wheel, used my knees under the wheel pushing up and a ball peen using the peen side down in the shaft hole and using another small hammer with light taps on the ball peed to remove the wheel it did come off,with no damage,I guess I got lucky
make sure you use a very good rust buster for at least a week of soaking, keep applying daily

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02-04-2019 @ 1:40 PM

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One thing you can try is to use a slide hammer. Remove the claws from the slide hammer and place a strong non-stretchable rope through the holes where the claws were. Wrap the ends of the rope under the center of the base of the steering wheel and tie them together with a square knot. Slam the slide up against the stop until the wheel loosens. You may require the help of another person to facilitate this process.

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