That really isn't the reason it telescopes - It is supposed to collapse on impact to keep it from impaling you! It is held togeather with two areas of plastic that are poured in to seal it tight. On impact, the plastic tabs break and allow the pieces to slide. The shafts really are different, but I suppose you could use it that way. I am sure that others will chime in with thoughts. BTW - are you going to be selling the manual steering connector?
