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I'll be removing the destroyer type stainless steel steering wheel soon in order to replace the helm and steering cable. The wheel has five spokes, diameter at the bottom of the hub is near 4 inches and hub depth is near 2 1/2 inches.

I plan to buy an inexpensive puller, think Harbor Freight, for this one-time use. I assume a three leg puller with wider feet is preferable to spread the lifting load over a wider area.

I have been spraying the shaft to wheel interface with penetrating oil for the past two weeks so, hopefully, I won't damage the bottom of the hub during the removal.

Check tool rental stores. Possible to find a higher quality tool for same/less money.

Most auto supply stores will loan you a puller.

This two-leg puller worked for me:

Thanks for the advice and the jpeg.

Unless really corroded, your knees putting pressure and a tap of a hammer(with nut on) usually breaks it lose.