Need help gaining access to ignition switch

[Mopar to ya]

I need a new ignition switch, and while I'm at it, I have an ignition lock cylinder that matches my for keys I am going to put in. I am having trouble getting the middle section off the column. I thought there was a bearing around the shaft that would slide off with a little persuasion, but the whole shaft pulls up an inch or more. I can see the prize behind, but this piece has to come off. Is there a trick or does the shaft come out with it?

 

[Mopar to ya]

 

[adriver]

See that C clip that's up against the bearing?
It has to come off.
I made a puller to use those 3 screw holes and work against the shaft once you get the clip off.
That's how I do it.

 

[67Dart273]

ABODYJOE did a neat write up on here

EDIT here we go

How To Install an Ignition Switch in 1970 Dodge Dart

Also, I've posted this "a million times" you can download several factory service manuals FREE from MyMopar.com Several of them there are due to efforts of the guys on here