[Vwdiesel] Steering Column Bearing Question

[dsnyder at goodnet.com]

How does one replace the bearing in the steering column on a VW Pickup?  I've read the manual and it talks about removing the whole column.  Included in this is drilling out sheer bolts.  I have another column with good bearings in it.  What would be the easiest way to replace the bearings.

Is there a way to unhook the shaft and pull it up out of the column and then press press in the bearings without removing the column and the sheer bolts?

Thanks in advance for any assistance.

Dave