[dmjlambert]

I don't know how it is on aftermarket, but on my stock column I need to make sure the inner column shaft is fully out and the lower bearing is fully seated before doing final positioning and tightening down brackets that hold the out steering column in place on the firewall in the engine compartment and under the dash. It is possible when the column is loose and not yet attached to the dash and firewall to put the steering wheel on and hold it in place with the nut at least finger tight.