USMC RCT

Hey everyone my buddy just gave me a free grant steering wheel off his camaro but i dont have a steering wheel puller to take my stock one off, is there any way to do it withou buying a puller? thanks joe

Skatepunk60

well you can unbolt it and pull like a crazy ... ive gotten one off that way .. also busted my nose .. Could probabaly try a hammer on the back but a steering wheel puller would definately help a lot. They're cheap

89blackGTA

Just go to auto zone and "rent it" they have it where you buy it then you keep it as long as you buy it and then return it with out a hassle. that is how I did mine. I tried to rip it off but it would not budge, and I busted the column loose

Brian

USMC RCT

ok thats not funny but i had to laugh :sillylol: so there not that much? i guess ill just buy one to save my nose,
thanks

89blackGTA

10-15 bucks

wilyk9

iTrader: (13)

Here is a method that I have used successfully several times, but you have to be careful or you can damage the threads on the shaft. It works better with someone helping you, but can be done by yourself.
1. Remove horn button and loosen nut to the end of the shaft, but do not take it off. The top of the nut needs to be even with the top of the shaft. This will help protect the threads, and also keep you from busting your nose when it comes off.
2. You will need a piece of wood to set over the end of the steering shaft.
3. Sit in the drivers seat and grip the left and right side of the wheel and pull up with a even, steady pressure.
4. While you are pulling on the wheel, have a buddy lay the wood block on top of the shaft and give it a sharp, but not heavy, blow with a hammer. Be sure to hit it dead center, or you risk damage to the threads.

Most (but not all) wheels are not that tight, but if ater 2 or 3 hits and it is not moving, it's probably best to get a puller. And like Skatepunk60 said, sometimes you can even just pull them off. Only ever had that much luck once.

This has worked for me several times when I have not had a puller available, but your mileage may vary. And no, I have never damaged the threads or shaft by doing this.

omcrider

I bought a puller for $5 at a local auto parts store. Worked just fine and my wheel was stuck on there like crazy. The Autozone idea works also I did that to remove my o2 sensor. You just buy the tool and bring it back they return your money, if you got one local thats a good way to go.

omcrider

Oh by the way, you are aware that you will need an adaptor kit for that Grant wheel right? About $20.

USMC RCT

well im and idiot and forgot about that till i had the wheel off so ill have to go back tommorw