I was trying to figure out how to hold on to the yoke so I could get the pinion nut tight enough to compress the crush sleeve. Didn't have a pipe wrench big enough so this is what I came up with...worked well.
http://inlinethumb08.webshots.com/23751/2877485020060411153S600x600Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2877485020060411153pACbWb)

Looks like it will work!

why does anyone still use a crush sleeve when solid spacers are available (and stronger, and easier to set up)

That is just awesome!

I love it! I make my own special tools when I can. Sheer joy of seeing the final product work and make the job easy.

Best thing was I didn't have to worry about it slipping off and busting my knuckles or something else.

why does anyone still use a crush sleeve when solid spacers are available (and stronger, and easier to set up)

Because I'm a Neanderthal? :eek:

Actually,didn't know there was such a thing...got a link?

Good thinking.