thanks for info. i figured bracket stayed. didn't know the rod passed through the cab mount.(not much left to distinguish lol).

only reason i figured I'd leave the column is cause I'm a bit pressed for time. i know i shouldn't be but i found an extremely clean cab i want and wife says i cant take up anymore space so i have to be ready to scrap the one i have before i can buy this one and i don't wanna loose it!

i have access to a skid steer I'm planning on using for the lift so weight isn't an issue and it lifts pretty high. (and honestly there isn't much floor left. i could prob cut a slot for the steering column.

wiring is a lost cause not gonna save any of it..too ad of shape and cobbled together, who knew a truck with so few features could have so many wires!

thoughts ?