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Take the 1 thru bolt off at the joint where the cab column and the lower shaft meet. Tap the connection down and release it from the upper column. Then you can remove the lower column from the steering box with a 7/16" 12 point socket. Of course tap it back up into place when reinstalling. Do as...

IMHO. I would have bought a new replacement rag joint and been back on the road. These old trucks just last and last with the original parts even if they are made in China. I have many on the road and they just keep on going. Live and learn. Peace Man. Happy Labor day.

Yes that definitely looks like it is not going to fit. That looks expensive. Sorry I can't help you. I still have the rag joints on all my trucks. I am sure my new Chevy has u joints but that also has electric steering. On that replacement are you supposed to use set screws?

Longer then 32 years? Wow I will be surprised if the truck even exists then. I would say the original rag joint lasted 30+ years and is still going it did well in my world. :)

I googled it and found several choices. Some as high as $225. That seems like the way to go. Unless you have a YOUPULLIT near by. Good Luck. If you need to reuse your intermediate shaft and just replace the rag joint.

I would get a replacement intermediate shaft whether it be used or new. That rag joint needs replaced. They do have a U joint replacement shaft but I never used one and do not know the details or part number. I hope that helps.

Progress report? https://youtu.be/Re72di5phM0

Spray some lubricant on the slip joint of the intermediate shaft between the column and the steering box. Take the M10 bolt from the bottom of the column shaft under the hood. Tap the column towards the steering box. Then take the 7/16 / 11MM 12 point bolt out of the end at the steering box...