jwr7042

Hey guys what is the secret to putting (what I call) the snap ring back in the steering column after the turn signals and horn is fixed. I had a hard time getting it out and now can't get it back in. Is there a special tool for this?

MDchanic

Why, yes. Yes there is.





I've never used one, myself - I'm so frickin' cheap that I back the seat all the way up, then get the edges of my shoes (and a couple of small blocks of wood) up against the lock plate to depress it, and use a small screwdriver to pop the ring back in.

But I'm crazy, and one day, when I've begun taking my medicines as prescribed, I'll get one of those things.

- Eric

jwr7042

Where can I find this tool?

MDchanic

Re-examine my post for the link to Advance Auto Parts.

You can also get one at AutoZone, O'Reilly, NAPA, or any other parts store, or on eBay or Amazon.

- Eric

Octania

so.... how did you get that snap ring OUT w/o that tool ??

That snap ring, by the way, is where you learn the difference between




http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece...set-66836.html

and



http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Snap-...item4186e1c68a

MDchanic

I've always just used two small screwdrivers.

- Eric

joe_padavano

I did too until I bought one of those sets of picks that Chris shows.

MDchanic

I've got one of those sets of picks... somewhere... but I always just reach for the screwdrivers, because at least I know where I can find them.

- Eric

oldspackrat

That special tool Eric showed & a good pick set are invaluable if you mess with these cars much. I keep them along with a steering wheel removal kit in my work van & if/when I find good wheels in the yard, I can get them.
I'm sure I'm not the only one that has loosened the large nut on a sport wheel & then stood & strained against the floor board & pulled like hell on the wheel to try to get it off, usually unsuccessfully.

jwr7042

Now that I have the correct tools. I need to find the plastic contact piece that the spring goes in. Mine got broke . Where can I purchase one.