B2650HSDC(probably not cab specific) steering wheel removal

[Orange1forme]

I have been doing some wiring modifications and am frustrated that I cannot fully remove the plastic shroud that covers the stuff under the dash.
I can remove the screw in the upper middle and the 2 low side bolts, but that piece does not seem to come off without removing the steering wheel.

Is there any issue with multiple removals and reinstalls of the steering wheel?

Do I need to use anything special to remove/install it tool wise or thread lock?

 

[DeepWoods]

I have removed my plastic shroud from the dash of my cab B2650 several times without removing the steering wheel. If I had to tell you how, I probably couldn't describe how I did it, but it can be done. I know at least one time I removed the key switch first, but if I remember correctly, I think it can be done without doing it as well. Also if I remember, the steering wheel needs to be tilted away from the dash.

 

[bird dogger]

Is there any issue with multiple removals and reinstalls of the steering wheel?

Do I need to use anything special to remove/install it tool wise or thread lock?

I have the ROPS model 2650 and have had my steering wheel off and on a few times. Remove the center medallion and nut holding the splined steering wheel hub to the shaft and its ready to remove. I could pop mine off with a couple of upward blows with my fist. a soft rubber mallet would've been easier on the hands. No special tools needed other than the right size socket to remove that nut.

I believe I had to remove the steering wheel to get the plastic shroud off and completely out of the way.

 

[Orange1forme]

I have removed my plastic shroud from the dash of my cab B2650 several times without removing the steering wheel. If I had to tell you how, I probably couldn't describe how I did it, but it can be done. I know at least one time I removed the key switch first, but if I remember correctly, I think it can be done without doing it as well. Also if I remember, the steering wheel needs to be tilted away from the dash.

I tried a few times to remove it, but finally decided to just work with it.
I do remove the ignition switch from the shroud each time, it's just a threaded ring and quick to do.

I guess the next time I have it off I will have to try again.

 

[Orange1forme]

I have the ROPS model 2650 and have had my steering wheel off and on a few times. Remove the center medallion and nut holding the splined steering wheel hub to the shaft and its ready to remove. I could pop mine off with a couple of upward blows with my fist. a soft rubber mallet would've been easier on the hands. No special tools needed other than the right size socket to remove that nut.

I believe I had to remove the steering wheel to get the plastic shroud off and completely out of the way.

Okay, thanks!!