Stop in for a cup of coffee

Decided to tear into an old steering gear for the Fargo. Im such a dreamer…
First,steering wheel is stuck,and last guy beat the snot out of it only to fail. Second, the upper bearing is gone.
One of the three mounting holes has the threads drilled out so a longer bolt and nut is needed.
Worm gear is pitted.
The adjuster screw was cranked down tight.
My reasoning for taking it apart is to see what it takes to dial out all of the slack. I think the worm gear will be my downfall. Snug on the ends, but worn in the centre.
Have another for parts, may go remove it as well.