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75silverstep 02-16-2011 12:24 AM

steering wheel to close...
 
Anyone know how to get the steering column closer to the instrument panel... ive got a tilt out of a monte carlo i believe now ..dont know if they are longer or closer to the driver then any others i could use... thanks for the help...

lindstromjd 02-16-2011 10:52 AM

Re: steering wheel to close...
 
You could always use an old Corvette column instead... they're telescopic/tilt.

Goats86 02-16-2011 11:42 PM

Re: steering wheel to close...
 
I cut mine down 2 inches. No problems about 4 hours modding brackets etc. I lucked out on the reverse light switch since I am using a 4L60E, it has the reverse switch on it

75silverstep 02-17-2011 12:17 AM

Re: steering wheel to close...
 
I was thinking about that wasnt sure if i cut and moved the brackets if that was an option .. I feel like im arm tied .haha just trying to get more room thnx.

N2TRUX 02-17-2011 11:40 AM

Re: steering wheel to close...
 
I'll try to look later, but I think there is a post in the FAQ forum about this. I know its a concern on the 67-72 and has been done.

Anadrol 02-17-2011 05:36 PM

Re: steering wheel to close...
 
I went through this last year. If you check my post history, you can read my whole journey.

My end result was
1. Buy a smaller steering wheel - 13" diameter or there abouts. Makes a huge difference.

2. Bought a column from the good folks at Ididit. Gives you about 3 extra inches.

WigglesTheHoly 02-17-2011 07:10 PM

Re: steering wheel to close...
 
I'm going the losing some weight route myself lol. I'm a short fat guy doctor said lose some weight so it will save me some cash as well.

lakeroadster 02-17-2011 07:18 PM

Re: steering wheel to close...
 
You can gain some space by using a flat (non-dished) aftermarket steering wheel. That's what I did on my 65.

http://inlinethumb22.webshots.com/35...600x600Q85.jpg

75silverstep 02-17-2011 10:26 PM

Re: steering wheel to close...
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX (Post 4492819)
I'll try to look later, but I think there is a post in the FAQ forum about this. I know its a concern on the 67-72 and has been done.

Thnx everyone...I have a smaller wheel on it already so ill keep looking and trying..n2trux time for a new photoshopped avatar haha...


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