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So I did a test fit for each end tonight. Column side slid together fairly easy after slightly speading the end apart. I also used a scotch-brite wheel to buzz it clean. I was able to get the bolt seated w/o filing the column side as well. Then I did the box side. Slid together easy once slightly spread open.

After that, I played around (w/the box end seated) & filed some reference marks for measurements.

Not sure how easy it will fit to final assemble though vs the rag joint version. There just isn't much wiggle room to wedge the XJ shaft set-up in place based on where the pinch bolts go. I know its not something that comes apart regularly,..... but.