IamScotticus Posted May 9, 2023 Share Posted May 9, 2023 (edited) Ok For those with the ubiquitous Mountney GT wheeel, here is how I pulled mine and believe it or not, I didn't break anything! I don't think this needs much explanation but heres a few points to keep in mind: * Be aware of the location of the horn contact on the back, if you care about it, it could get damaged. * My claw was a very tight fit next to the speedo bezel. Too much of an angle and it could get damaged. Ensure the claw is fully seated don't let it ride out as you tighten the puller. * Precautionary stuff: SAFETY! Save your coils, DISCONNECT BATTERY. You will want to release the steering lock to do this, thus engaging the electrics. If your horn button is live, you could short something in the removal of the centre plate. * Tape is your friend. use it everywhere. * Sharpie marker to record the index location of the wheel. This may change after alignment so consider how tight you put this back together before alignment. * Once turning the puller, the hub loosened in about a half turn, easy. * The collumn nut is a lock nut that took a 3/4" socket. NEVER REUSE A LOCK NUT. I measured the thread at 1/2x20 SAE. But I haven't been able to chase with a regular nut to confirm it. No, I didn't use any lube. IMPORTANT: Always replace a lock nut with a new one, don't reuse a lock nut. I had previously removed my horn contact ring so that wasn't in the way. I got out my horn ring and I believe there is enough clearance for the claws to grip the rim. Edited May 10, 2023 by IamScotticus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbcollier Posted May 9, 2023 Share Posted May 9, 2023 Lots of ways you could have damaged something. Two methods: - loosen the nut but leave it in place. Wiggle the steering wheel, pulling one side then the other. Many wheels just pop off at this point. Didn't work - repeat as above but have your beautiful assistant smack the column with a hammer (via a brass punch) as you pull. The gets 98% of the rest. Steering wheels that actually need a puller have threaded holes in the boss for that purpose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamScotticus Posted May 10, 2023 Author Share Posted May 10, 2023 Honestly, my wheel might have come off with some persuasion. But my wheel had been off previously in the last ten years and I know I didn't over tighten it. I made this tutorial for those out there having more difficulty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamScotticus Posted May 10, 2023 Author Share Posted May 10, 2023 (edited) 13 hours ago, jbcollier said: smack the column with a hammer (via a brass punch) as you pull. Should the steering rack (or coupler) be separated for this? Edited May 10, 2023 by IamScotticus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbcollier Posted May 10, 2023 Share Posted May 10, 2023 No, you are pulling up when the BA smacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdb Posted May 10, 2023 Share Posted May 10, 2023 9 hours ago, jbcollier said: No, you are pulling up when the BA smacks. This sounds... ...suggestive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamScotticus Posted May 10, 2023 Author Share Posted May 10, 2023 Noooo! Not my thread! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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