Steering column replacement

2019 CHEVROLET COLORADO
1,000 MILES • 3.6L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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STEPHEN T.
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I am going to replace the non-telescoping steering column with one that telescopes.
I know exactly how to do this but it will entail removing and reinstalling the clock spring. If I buy a new clock spring it will come with a plastic immobilizing stop that pulls out after installation. I don't need to buy a new clock spring. I want to keep the clock spring I have because there is nothing wrong with it. How can I remove it and maintain it in a fixed position during the removal and reinstallation? Can I buy an immobilizing plastic insert like the kind that comes with a new clock spring or can I improvise and cut out and shape a piece of plastic and tape it in the hole to achieve immobility?
Jan 8, 2021 at 4:08 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

The new one does come with a plastic lock to prevent it from turning too much.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/steering-wheel-clock-spring-removal

I attached a picture of it for you to view. Dorman makes the clock spring and you can get it at any parts store or Rock Auto.

Roy

Jan 8, 2021 at 4:33 PM
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STEPHEN T.
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Hello Roy,

I know I can buy a whole new one from Dorman. I want to use my existent one and want to just buy just the plastic lock for it. Can I do so?
If you read my email carefully I said " I don't need to buy a new clock spring. I want to keep the clock spring I have because there is nothing wrong with it. How can I remove it and maintain it in a fixed position during the removal and reinstallation? Can I buy an immobilizing plastic insert like the kind that comes with a new clock spring or can I improvise and cut out and shape a piece of plastic and tape it in the hole to achieve immobility?

Best ,Steve T.
Jan 8, 2021 at 5:26 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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The plastic piece is not available by itself. it is only available with the clock spring.

You can try to make one.

Roy
Jan 8, 2021 at 5:30 PM
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STEPHEN T.
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Thanks!
Jan 8, 2021 at 6:28 PM
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You are welcome.

Roy
Jan 9, 2021 at 3:03 AM