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**MusicMan70** · 05-07-2011, 09:47 PM

Hey Folks,

Just wish to share a wheel upgrade I did on my truck. My original steering wheel was disintegrating quickly. Honestly I was not a fan of the factory wheel styling and with reproduction wheels about $220 or more, I searched for something that had some of the elements of the original.

I also had a 1959 Impala steering wheel I had plan to use, but it was the same diameter as the original.

Wishing for something more modern; in a smaller diameter, stylish, and more durable; I found this wheel on ebay for $19.99 free shipping. I had to make some adjustments under the horn to make the wiring work, but it wasn't too bad. I did not take pics of this process, darn darn darn....

I like that the newer steering wheel "arms" or "support" has an element of the original wing-styling. Also the center horn cap fits nicely and does not obscure the "automatic shifter indicator." Wow, say that 3-times fast!

This wheel was painted with exterior house (acrylic?) paint from Lowe's using a small brush and about three light coats. The chrome will be replaced with some 3M Chrome molding tape when I get a chance. The sky's the limit on how you wanna do it colorwise. This is night & day from what I had and the wheel does not feel tacky or sticky. The smaller diameter offers a little more leg room too.

I'm sure there is a Chevy/Astro version and I may go back and paint the GMC horncap letters red, but I'm done for today and Momma's calling...

OK Vanna, do your thing and cue the pictures...

**MusicMan70** · 05-07-2011, 09:49 PM

More Pics Vanna, More pics....!

**MusicMan70** · 05-07-2011, 09:52 PM

With this wheel there is still good visibility of all the gauges.

**MusicMan70** · 05-07-2011, 09:58 PM

My first replacment wheel....not quite what I wanted...

Autoblueprint · 05-07-2011, 10:24 PM

Like it !!! Nice color scheme. Too bad about no step-by-step pics.

1972RedNeck · 05-07-2011, 10:49 PM

WOW your brave. I wouldn't even let that nice seat see that old thing let alone touch it.

**Palf70Step** · 05-08-2011, 06:14 AM

Wheel looks good in there!!

ubtripn · 05-08-2011, 08:20 AM

What color is your interior, that is exactly what I', looking for.

**70cst** · 05-08-2011, 08:27 AM

Very nice...thats a good way to think outside the box. Thanks for sharing!

dougo · 05-08-2011, 09:25 AM

Looks great! Nice job on the tach too.
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Fesser · 05-08-2011, 10:42 AM

I really like the first replacement too. Maybe even more than the second. Nice job.

05-07-2011, 09:47 PM	#1
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Steering Wheel of Fortune Hey Folks, Just wish to share a wheel upgrade I did on my truck. My original steering wheel was disintegrating quickly. Honestly I was not a fan of the factory wheel styling and with reproduction wheels about $220 or more, I searched for something that had some of the elements of the original. I also had a 1959 Impala steering wheel I had plan to use, but it was the same diameter as the original. Wishing for something more modern; in a smaller diameter, stylish, and more durable; I found this wheel on ebay for $19.99 free shipping. I had to make some adjustments under the horn to make the wiring work, but it wasn't too bad. I did not take pics of this process, darn darn darn.... I like that the newer steering wheel "arms" or "support" has an element of the original wing-styling. Also the center horn cap fits nicely and does not obscure the "automatic shifter indicator." Wow, say that 3-times fast! This wheel was painted with exterior house (acrylic?) paint from Lowe's using a small brush and about three light coats. The chrome will be replaced with some 3M Chrome molding tape when I get a chance. The sky's the limit on how you wanna do it colorwise. This is night & day from what I had and the wheel does not feel tacky or sticky. The smaller diameter offers a little more leg room too. I'm sure there is a Chevy/Astro version and I may go back and paint the GMC horncap letters red, but I'm done for today and Momma's calling... OK Vanna, do your thing and cue the pictures... Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

05-07-2011, 09:49 PM	#2
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune More Pics Vanna, More pics....! Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

05-07-2011, 09:52 PM	#3
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune With this wheel there is still good visibility of all the gauges. Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

05-07-2011, 09:58 PM	#4
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune My first replacment wheel....not quite what I wanted... Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

05-07-2011, 10:24 PM	#5
Autoblueprint Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 152	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune Like it !!! Nice color scheme. Too bad about no step-by-step pics. __________________ John Harlowe 1971 CHEVROLET C-10 FLEETSIDE LOWERED

05-07-2011, 10:49 PM	#6
1972RedNeck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Townsend MT Posts: 1,725	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune WOW your brave. I wouldn't even let that nice seat see that old thing let alone touch it.

05-08-2011, 06:14 AM	#7
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,251	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune Wheel looks good in there!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

05-08-2011, 08:20 AM	#8
ubtripn Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 1,280	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune What color is your interior, that is exactly what I', looking for.

05-08-2011, 08:27 AM	#9
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune Very nice...thats a good way to think outside the box. Thanks for sharing! __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 05-08-2011 at 08:27 AM.

05-08-2011, 09:25 AM	#10
dougo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 543	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune Looks great! Nice job on the tach too. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Doug '72 GMC K2500 Suburban 4x4

05-08-2011, 10:42 AM	#11
Fesser Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Napa, CA Posts: 519	Re: Steering Wheel of Fortune I really like the first replacement too. Maybe even more than the second. Nice job.



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