help...tilt steering removal

[Blue90]

I'm in the process of replacing the ignition actuator pin in my steering column and have reached an impass...the tilt unit will not come off the shaft. I've taken the c clip off and removed the pivot pins so the whole unit is free yet it moves about an eigth of an inch and binds...do I need a puller or is there something I've missed.
Thx

 

[adam g]

Stick your tilt lever back in and run it like you are lowering the wheel and it will probably pop apart.

 

[Blue90]

This is what I'm trying to remove from the shaft, (with thanks to 94f450sd for the picture). Is it just suppose to slide off or do you need a puller to get it started. I don't want to force it and cause more damage if there is something still holding it on, (I've removed the C clip and pivot pins already).