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the-wreck · 09-23-2002, 07:31 AM

Hi All
Im looking for a new steering whell for my 69 with a van tilt column. I had a grant but the offset was too much with the wheel sticking out too far. What have you done as far as a wheel and do you like it?
Thanks
Chris

JimKshortstep4x4 · 09-23-2002, 08:53 AM

We use the 67-72 truck wheel.

Jim

1971LT1SWBPOSI373 · 09-23-2002, 11:21 AM

I have a Corsica wheel on mine, works ok. (with original tilt)

Mike C · 09-23-2002, 11:30 AM

IMO you should stay with a GM wheel. The 67-72 is a 17" wheel which is just a tick big for me. I installed a reproduction wheel for a '69 Camaro with the optional "comfort grip" wheel. This is like a 16" wheel. It came from the Muscle Factory. Get an installation kit for a 67-68 Camaro and the total should be ~$150. Another option is the boneyard where a 72-81 Camaro 4 spoke wheel (also Vega/Monza) can be had for about $25 and is a 15" wheel. If you want newer/larger, the 88-94 truck wheel is pretty nice and easy to find with either GMC or Chevy horn cap. Read the posts concerning the Grant wheels and their horn problems and you will see why this makes sense.

NSANE68!!! · 09-23-2002, 02:26 PM

Colapse the column. That's what I did, a full 5", I like to stretch my arms, and be able to have a soda between your legs without hitting the wheel.

09-23-2002, 07:31 AM	#1
the-wreck Registered User Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: LI New York Posts: 159	Need a Steering Wheel Hi All Im looking for a new steering whell for my 69 with a van tilt column. I had a grant but the offset was too much with the wheel sticking out too far. What have you done as far as a wheel and do you like it? Thanks Chris

09-23-2002, 11:21 AM	#3
1971LT1SWBPOSI373 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Springfield, VA Posts: 460	I have a Corsica wheel on mine, works ok. (with original tilt) __________________ 1971 Shortbed 350/350 w/ Posi-traction 3:73's 1996 Chevy Silverado TJ in Springfield, Virginia Likes old Chevy trucks Drinks Miller MGD

09-23-2002, 11:30 AM	#4
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,728	IMO you should stay with a GM wheel. The 67-72 is a 17" wheel which is just a tick big for me. I installed a reproduction wheel for a '69 Camaro with the optional "comfort grip" wheel. This is like a 16" wheel. It came from the Muscle Factory. Get an installation kit for a 67-68 Camaro and the total should be ~$150. Another option is the boneyard where a 72-81 Camaro 4 spoke wheel (also Vega/Monza) can be had for about $25 and is a 15" wheel. If you want newer/larger, the 88-94 truck wheel is pretty nice and easy to find with either GMC or Chevy horn cap. Read the posts concerning the Grant wheels and their horn problems and you will see why this makes sense. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

09-23-2002, 02:26 PM	#5
NSANE68!!! SLICER AND DICIER Join Date: May 2001 Location: Quuen Creek Posts: 1,383	Colapse the column. That's what I did, a full 5", I like to stretch my arms, and be able to have a soda between your legs without hitting the wheel. __________________ 01 Tahoe 22's 2/4 drop and tv's 68 chevy money pit 51 chevy belair 95 Honda 900RR 05 GMC Siearra (company truck)

09-23-2002, 08:53 AM	#2
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	We use the 67-72 truck wheel. Jim



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