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sixtyeightchevykid · 03-08-2014, 08:58 AM

im needing a new steering column, i have been looking at ididit but just wondering if their columns a direct bolt in, and pros and cons of the product.
currently my truck is manual steering but im slowly getting stuff together for power steering will the new column work with manual and power steering?

link to the one im looking at getting
http://www.ididitinc.com/retrofit-st...ruckFS_Retr-46

**Hart_Rod** · 03-08-2014, 09:40 AM

Ididit makes a nice column as does Flaming River. Check summit or jegs, they will have it priced cheaper. Plus you can look on the board for a nice original column.

**bigmac73** · 03-08-2014, 10:15 AM

Send kevsclassic a PM on here, he rebuilds and refurbishes factory columns , good price , great work you will not be disappointed

Tillik · 03-08-2014, 10:39 AM

Good info.

**derotoreut** · 03-08-2014, 10:38 AM

I installed an Ididit column in my 69 C20. It's a very good product and direct replacement. I was very pleased. I originally had automatic on the column and wanted to go with a floor shift. I installed a chrome Ididit column and Lokar Nostalgia floor shifter. You would have to determine if you want to stick with stock OE look or go with something more custom. My C20 is a resto-mod and not stock, so that's what I was going for. Do some serious price searching online. Good luck.

sixtyeightchevykid · 03-08-2014, 06:10 PM

currently i have a non tilt and i would like the tilt feature. i did look around online and jegs has the column the cheapest i have found. does anyone have info on if i can use non power steering and later add power steering? or is it not a factor?

**derotoreut** · 03-09-2014, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by sixtyeightchevykid

currently i have a non tilt and i would like the tilt feature. i did look around online and jegs has the column the cheapest i have found. does anyone have info on if i can use non power steering and later add power steering? or is it not a factor?

I bought the Ididit tilt version. It will not be a factor for power steering or not. Check these guys out too (Zigs Street Rods). If you have questions call them. At the time when I bought mine I searched everywhere and they had the best deal.

http://www.zigsstreetrods.com/Pages/columns.html

**bigmac73** · 03-08-2014, 08:25 PM

you need to dig around on this site for info about those "affordable columns" one day you will be driving along and then be sucking guard rail. I got a OEM refurbished Tilt from board member Kevsclassic on here, and it was professionally done with good quality parts.

I do believe Flaming River and Ididit are of premium quality but that is why you pay the premium price.

jeh · 03-08-2014, 08:44 PM

I put an Ididit column in my truck, I was very happy with it. Yes it was a direct replacement.

Andy4639 · 03-08-2014, 09:32 PM

The steering column shouldn't have any effect on weather you go power are not. The rag joint seperates the column from the sector which is where the lines hook up to assist you in steering.
I like the stock tilts myself.

sixtyeightchevykid · 03-09-2014, 08:35 AM

bigmac i have read about the cheap columns that's why i am not looking at getting one of the cheap ones, and that's why i am trying to get info about the ididit column.

*Fitz* · 03-09-2014, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by sixtyeightchevykid

bigmac i have read about the cheap columns that's why i am not looking at getting one of the cheap ones, and that's why i am trying to get info about the ididit column.

Either the Ididit or Flaming River columns work well. I used a stainless tilt Flaming River column in my truck and it does what it should and was a direct plug in to the existing harness.

**bigmac73** · 03-09-2014, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by sixtyeightchevykid

bigmac i have read about the cheap columns that's why i am not looking at getting one of the cheap ones, and that's why i am trying to get info about the ididit column.

is the old tumbleweeds still open in Stillwater??

sixtyeightchevykid · 03-09-2014, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by bigmac73

is the old tumbleweeds still open in Stillwater??

yeah but its not how it used to be.

**leddzepp** · 03-09-2014, 07:42 PM

If you want "cheap" and "good" get a van tilt. They are original GM and bolt in with very little modification.

1967chevytruckguy · 03-09-2014, 09:29 PM

ididit's are they way to go !!

dirish · 03-10-2014, 08:02 AM

Ididit column! Installed in about an hour or so. Be sure to by correct lens for your.
Tranny from them as well.

sixtyeightchevykid · 03-10-2014, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirish

Ididit column! Installed in about an hour or so. Be sure to by correct lens for your.
Tranny from them as well.

what are you talking about?

dirish · 03-10-2014, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sixtyeightchevykid

what are you talking about?

Your gear shift indicator housing and lens that has P R D N 3 2 1.
I had to change do to having a 700r4.

sixtyeightchevykid · 03-10-2014, 09:06 AM

and another question, what about my steering wheel? i have a grant 3 spoke and an adapter to fit it to the original column, will i be able to reuse that ?

Scottshotrods · 03-10-2014, 09:12 AM

Ididit is the one to got with Hands down.

1.Direct fit like you are asking about
2.USA made 100%
3.Gm internal parts 100%
4.Lifetime warranty 100%

Best of all here at Scotts we have them in stock and we have the BEST the prices for sure

If you want the best made column and great service and a great price.Let us know at (805)485-0382

Justin

sixtyeightchevykid · 03-11-2014, 06:48 AM

dirish i dont need a lens, i have a 4 speed

any info on the steering wheel?

sixtyeightchevykid · 03-12-2014, 07:00 AM

ttt

03-08-2014, 08:58 AM	#1
sixtyeightchevykid Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 194	ididit questions im needing a new steering column, i have been looking at ididit but just wondering if their columns a direct bolt in, and pros and cons of the product. currently my truck is manual steering but im slowly getting stuff together for power steering will the new column work with manual and power steering? link to the one im looking at getting http://www.ididitinc.com/retrofit-st...ruckFS_Retr-46 __________________ 1968 chevy c10 lwb, 250 inline6, 4 speed,

03-08-2014, 09:40 AM	#2
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,858	Re: ididit questions Ididit makes a nice column as does Flaming River. Check summit or jegs, they will have it priced cheaper. Plus you can look on the board for a nice original column. __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

03-08-2014, 10:15 AM	#3
bigmac73 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Chesapeake, Va Posts: 1,275	Re: ididit questions Send kevsclassic a PM on here, he rebuilds and refurbishes factory columns , good price , great work you will not be disappointed __________________ Mike 72 C-10 Cheyenne off frame resto and Upgraded to 4 wheel disk, Tilt, Dakota Digital Dash / Rear slider. 421 SBC / TH350 3000RPM Stall Progression Ignition /Holley 750 DP/3:73 gear Eaton Limited Slip unit / 2 1/2 exhaust glasspacks

03-08-2014, 10:39 AM	#4
Tillik Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Layton, Utah Posts: 186	Re: ididit questions Good info. __________________ James B. 1967 Chevy Fleetside Shortbed 4X2 (Black & Beautiful) 1971 Chevy Fleetside Shortbed 4X4 (White & Rough)

03-08-2014, 10:38 AM	#5
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,853	Re: ididit questions I installed an Ididit column in my 69 C20. It's a very good product and direct replacement. I was very pleased. I originally had automatic on the column and wanted to go with a floor shift. I installed a chrome Ididit column and Lokar Nostalgia floor shifter. You would have to determine if you want to stick with stock OE look or go with something more custom. My C20 is a resto-mod and not stock, so that's what I was going for. Do some serious price searching online. Good luck. __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

03-08-2014, 06:10 PM	#6
sixtyeightchevykid Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 194	Re: ididit questions currently i have a non tilt and i would like the tilt feature. i did look around online and jegs has the column the cheapest i have found. does anyone have info on if i can use non power steering and later add power steering? or is it not a factor? __________________ 1968 chevy c10 lwb, 250 inline6, 4 speed,

03-08-2014, 08:25 PM	#8
bigmac73 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Chesapeake, Va Posts: 1,275	Re: ididit questions you need to dig around on this site for info about those "affordable columns" one day you will be driving along and then be sucking guard rail. I got a OEM refurbished Tilt from board member Kevsclassic on here, and it was professionally done with good quality parts. I do believe Flaming River and Ididit are of premium quality but that is why you pay the premium price. __________________ Mike 72 C-10 Cheyenne off frame resto and Upgraded to 4 wheel disk, Tilt, Dakota Digital Dash / Rear slider. 421 SBC / TH350 3000RPM Stall Progression Ignition /Holley 750 DP/3:73 gear Eaton Limited Slip unit / 2 1/2 exhaust glasspacks

03-08-2014, 08:44 PM	#9
jeh Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: sutton WV Posts: 1,822	Re: ididit questions I put an Ididit column in my truck, I was very happy with it. Yes it was a direct replacement. __________________ Jason '70 C-10 short fleet 427BB TH400 (SOLD) '10 Ford F 350 '13 Ford RAPTOR 6.2 MY BUILD THREAD http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=612623

03-08-2014, 09:32 PM	#10
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: ididit questions The steering column shouldn't have any effect on weather you go power are not. The rag joint seperates the column from the sector which is where the lines hook up to assist you in steering. I like the stock tilts myself. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-09-2014, 08:35 AM	#11
sixtyeightchevykid Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 194	Re: ididit questions bigmac i have read about the cheap columns that's why i am not looking at getting one of the cheap ones, and that's why i am trying to get info about the ididit column. __________________ 1968 chevy c10 lwb, 250 inline6, 4 speed,

03-09-2014, 07:42 PM	#15
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: ididit questions If you want "cheap" and "good" get a van tilt. They are original GM and bolt in with very little modification. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

03-09-2014, 09:29 PM	#16
1967chevytruckguy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Auburn alabama Posts: 155	Re: ididit questions ididit's are they way to go !!

03-10-2014, 08:02 AM	#17
dirish Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Heart of Tennessee Posts: 1,120	Re: ididit questions Ididit column! Installed in about an hour or so. Be sure to by correct lens for your. Tranny from them as well.

03-10-2014, 09:06 AM	#20
sixtyeightchevykid Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 194	Re: ididit questions and another question, what about my steering wheel? i have a grant 3 spoke and an adapter to fit it to the original column, will i be able to reuse that ? __________________ 1968 chevy c10 lwb, 250 inline6, 4 speed,

03-10-2014, 09:12 AM	#21
Scottshotrods Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: oxnard ca Posts: 2,201	Re: ididit questions Ididit is the one to got with Hands down. 1.Direct fit like you are asking about 2.USA made 100% 3.Gm internal parts 100% 4.Lifetime warranty 100% Best of all here at Scotts we have them in stock and we have the BEST the prices for sure If you want the best made column and great service and a great price.Let us know at (805)485-0382 Justin Last edited by Scottshotrods; 03-10-2014 at 09:12 AM. Reason: ad



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03-11-2014, 06:48 AM	#22
sixtyeightchevykid Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 194	Re: ididit questions dirish i dont need a lens, i have a 4 speed any info on the steering wheel? __________________ 1968 chevy c10 lwb, 250 inline6, 4 speed,

03-12-2014, 07:00 AM	#23
sixtyeightchevykid Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 194	Re: ididit questions ttt __________________ 1968 chevy c10 lwb, 250 inline6, 4 speed,

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