I was hoping somebody on this thread could tell us if the box has to come off or if I can get enough play by moving the steering wheel up?
A quick look at the parts picture gave me the impression I needed aprox 3-4 inches of slack.
If I attack it first I will try to get pictures but a little advice first might save a lot of time later.

Also, I thought I just saw a "still in the box" spring compressor for sale in the parts forum.

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