I fixed my steering column using the directions posted here. I filmed it and uploaded it to YouTube thinking someone would get a better understanding for what is evolved watching the video. It's really an easy fix and saves tons of money.
Here is the link:
If for some reason that link does not work, search on YouTube for this "Lexus LS400 Steering Column Repair"
I just used a ziptie as my spacer and it worked perfectly.