Prior to sliding back the housing, you will need to clean and emery the part that slides, so it is squeaky clean otherwise you will have a difficult time getting it to slide back.

Here is the section that covers the removal from the Chevrolet Truck Shop Manual.
http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/shop/1954truck/54ctsm0449.html

Last edited by Phak1; 04/10/2022 1:17 PM.

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