steering coupler bushing help

[bryand2]

does anyone know f the steering coupler bushing can be replaced by just loosening the 4 bolts on it, or does the column need to be removed?

[Zedyone_kenobi]

I definitely did not remove my column. But I did have to remove the bolts that attach it to the rack if I recall. Just take your time and carefully remove what you need to. You will do a great job!

[gnosez]

Mark the two shafts so you line it back up correctly as you may end up turning the wheel to get at all the bolts.

[MEZZZ]

This swap can be done without removing the shaft or the pinch bolt from the steering rack. It is a bit daunting to get the bolts out and back in again but can be done. I think the trick is not to remove the bolts all the way that bump into the u-joint, just slide them up enough to get the coupler out.

[Daniel]

The cheapest and most noticable improvement I have ever made to any of the Z's I have done. It's easy all work is done at the "doughnut"only. Lube up the 4 bolts /nuts. Of Course things are marked B4. Then as with any old threads, Crack it, Tighen it. spray it.wipe it . run it out until it it just seems too much pressure. UH.. Lather rinse repeat..