How far does 67 steering column fit into coupler?

I may be confused The coupler - to steering box depth is controlled by a notch in the shaft "past which" the roll pin fits, thus locating the coupler on the box The coupler to column has two "shoes" in there with a certain amount of play. The only thing holding it together at all is the cheap tin top plate which IS A PROBLEM if it gets damaged. It's simply sits on top of the coupling with some little ears crimped over So you do NOT want to "pull" on the column to get the coupler off the box. Rather, insert an open end wrench, etc, and pry a bit between the box and the coupler body. Usually, they come off "fairly" easily You want to mark the column / coupler so you do not get it assembled 1/2 turn off. This results in the wheel being upside down with front tires straight ahead