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Captain Spalding
May 9th, 2006, 12:17 AM
Recently I had cause to remove my steering wheel. I struggled, and then did a search here for advice, most of which amounted to "get a bigger hammer."

Not being certified in the use of heavy equipment, instead I ordered an OTC model 7245 steering wheel puller for $25. It doesn't come with the proper size bolts for the Defender steering wheel, but some 4" long 1/4-28 hex bolts work fine. Had the wheel off in less than 30 seconds, without breaking so much as a sweat.

I just though I'd pass that along.

JimC
May 9th, 2006, 12:44 AM
Its amazing how well the correct tool works. I have one too and sometimes just pull the wheel off because its so easy.

TDI Guy
May 9th, 2006, 06:19 AM
Thats no fun. I like smashing myself in the face with the wheel when I wiggle mine off... lol