I believe the crush can was designed to "crush" in a heavy impact crash, and yes, the steering shaft is a two piece design that would slide together in a crash as well. Both work together, IMO.
I believe it was this one. Professional HVLP Spray Gun 1.3mm - Gravity Feed Auto Paint Gun Kit for Basecoat, Clearcoat, Primer - Spray Guns Paint Sprayer with Air Compressor Regulator (G6600-13)