The steering column has been repainted and re-assembled. I do still need to clean up the reverse switch and install the new plug on the wire harness. I have to be real careful with that as the two harnesses are no longer color-matched but, I have that under control.
Also started taking all the bits and pieces off that left side door. Now I remember why I did not disassemble it at the same time I did the right side door a few years ago. That clip that holds the door handle in place is a PITA with surface rust. It is going to take a drimmel to get it apart.