Crown Automotive RT21011 Heavy Duty Power Steering Shaft for 76-86 Jeep CJ Series

Initially ordered the Omix part 56113-0500. Was utterly disappointed in it. it was poorly constructed and not what I usually expect from Omix. It was replaced by this part from Crown Mfr. Easy installation and of VERY good quality. The trick to getting the shaft to adjust for fit is to apply some torch heat and relieve the plastic sleeve in between the two shafts, grease well and you are good to go.

I installed this shaft in about 90 minutes. No problems at all! I pulled my radiator out to do some maintenance on it and that helped to get access to the bottom end of the shaft. I also loosened the bolts holding the steering column in place (including the two piece shield around the column at the firewall). This allowed me to pull the column rearward to allow room to install the new shaft since it does not telescope like the original.

Great product, well built. As previously stated, you need to work the two sections apart with a hammer since it's a tight fit. Doesn't deserve a 1-star rating if you know what you're doing...