1965 Valiant 200 convertible (minor project)

I got four of the burned out dash bulbs changed out with LED's. We struggled with that because we could NOT get the dash out past the steering column. The dash is really bright now, but I somehow lost the oil light along the way. It was working before, and I've changed the bulb. We checked the multi pin connector, etc.
I still need to change the hi-beam indicator bulb, too

I want to change the bulb in the gear indicator. Will I absolutely need a steering wheel puller to get the wheel off?

Also, the replacement Carter BBS carb and recurved distributor are here. As soon as the air cleaner shows up, I'll work on swapping those out and doing an ignition tune up as well.
What should I know before yanking that crappy 1982 EPA carb and installing the Carter? The Carter was rebuilt and is supposed to be bolt-on ready, but if there's anything I should check, now's the time.