Another Steering Quick Release Question

[Robinjo]

My center hole silver base of the Quick Release kit (first photo) doesn’t clear the nut holding the black steering wheel mount( second photo). What am I missing here (I’m sure it’s easy)? I’m using the stock Cobalt steering wheel nut, the kit didn’t come with anything else.

Also, the button/emblem will not go into place. I’ve snipped the spring but it just doesn’t quite fit.

 

[Gtstorey]

I didn’t use the DF kit but maybe replace the black with the silver? Is the silver splined in the hole?

 

[Joebob]

I don't have the quick release wheel, but it looks like it is 6 bolt spline adapter->quick release module->steering wheel. If you are bolting the steering wheel to the adapter, you might need a spacer. I had to add a spacer to push the stock wheel away from the turn signal switch.

Joebobs build log SS/NA Auto Extended City frame #270

For those with the standard steering wheel, is there anything to do to separate the wheel and turn signal? I keep banging it when I turn. You can use a Joes Steering wheel spacer to create some additional space. For driving ergonomics, sit as would in your normal driving position, one at a...

dfkitcar.com

This put the nut under the wheel to fit.

Joe

 

[Robinjo]

I didn’t use the DF kit but maybe replace the black with the silver? Is the silver splined in the hole?

The silver part is not splined. I do not see any other way than bolting the silver part to the black.

can someone who has the DF QR kit take a couple photos of their steering shaft and wheel with the wheel off?

 

[Gtstorey]

Is the silver the quick release? Looks thin for a quick release.

 

[Gtstorey]

Looking at the picture in the DF store, looks like you are missing something.

 

[Robinjo]

It’s the part that stays on the steering shaft. The other half is on the wheel already waiting to mate up to that silver portion.

 

[95Blitz]

Is this what your looking for.

 

[Robinjo]

Is this what your looking for.

Yes, thanks. I’m trying to install it right. How did you get the silver QR portion to clear the stock Cobalt steering nut?

 

[95Blitz]

I think it just went right on. I don't remember having that problem with the kit.

 

[Robinjo]

I may have to get my silver coupler machined a millimeter or two

 

[Desert Sasqwatch]

Before machining, check with Adam if this piece is incorrect. He may be able to correct this if there is a manufacturer problem.

 

[KingChuck24]

I had the exact same issue as you. I fixed it by dremeling down the ridges a tiny ammounts until it fit. Hope that helps!