Freeing up BCS 605 steering column

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ransonjd

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BCS 605
I got a BCS 605 (I think) where the steering column doesn't want to rotate. The locking pin moves freely, but the column is solidly stuck. I can't quite figure out where I would even put penetrating oil. Any thoughts on how I can free this up?
 
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Not familiar with this model but, looking at a parts blowup, I'm guessing the 'steering column coupling #65' has seized in the housing?
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   / Freeing up BCS 605 steering column
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That would be my guess. I wonder if I'm safe applying a little heat to see if things free up.
 
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That would be my guess. I wonder if I'm safe applying a little heat to see if things free up.
I don't see any seals or plastic parts in that area so it should be OK.
I'm surprised there don't seem to be any grease points?
 
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I think I'm going to pull off the handlebars, disconnect the cables, remove the hardware at the bottom of the steering column, and then take a couple pry bars to the column. I'm hoping I can pop it up, sand it, grease it, and put it back together.
 
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I'm well past the point of using just a lightweight sledge. A 4# sledge, prybar, liquid wrench, and a propane torch haven't moved it yet. (I haven't had a change to pull the cables & hardware and really get a pry bar in yet though.)
 

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