My very talented brother-in-law who is a machinist/fabricator was able to take the broken part and fashion a new one. We modified the original design so that it will be easier and stronger. First, he split the pedestal coupling in half and put tabs on the side for bolts. This allowed for the part to be taken off without having to slide it all the way down the shaft.
Second, he really beefed up the span between the two couplings. The previous owners fix was child's play compared to this solution. He also added two threaded holes for grease fittings. This will allow me to put grease where it is needed and not where it is not needed.
Thirdly, all the parts were cleaned and painted with two coats of epoxy primer. Not only does this make them look like new but will also keep them from rusting (as much as that is possible).
Now the steering components should not part company.
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