Subject: Ignition/Throttle Stator Tubes

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Hello,
I'm looking for advice regarding the tubes that run inside the steering column shaft, as the hand throttle control won't budge. I believe it's been crushed by the outer tube when the steering box lunched on its thrust bearings.

It won't rotate inside the shaft, and it will barely budge in or out. I'm thinking the best option is replacement, but does anyone have any experience of the same thing? Does anyone know where a replacement might be found?

I can live without the hand throttle, but because it's stuck fast, it will rotate with the steering wheel and take the horn hub with it, which is no good.

Hoping to have the car ready for a rally in two weeks, any suggestions gratefully received!

Thanks, Mike