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**dmjlambert** · 07-04-2017, 08:25 PM

Can I use any old Chevy steering wheel in my 1969 CST/10? I was thinking of getting something like this from a Chevy II.

Or maybe an Impala wheel, something nice.
I see lots of posts where people show their wheels but I don't see mention of how it is done.
Would I need to do any modifications or would it just bolt on and the horn would work and the truck would steer?

Shinysideup · 07-04-2017, 08:54 PM

I asked the same idea, heres the thread,may help.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=736336

**dmjlambert** · 07-04-2017, 11:36 PM

OK, so any old GM wheel will work is the consensus. When I see something like this picture, it confuses me. On this Chevy II wheel, what the heck is that metal doohickey with the 2 prongs that mounts with the threaded holes that the steering wheel puller would use? And what is the deal with that plastic and metal contact that is sticking out of the back of the wheel hub? I would expect that to be reversed and sticking into the wheel hub to make contact with the horn button convex spring. Does any of this interfere with using the wheel on a truck?

Rufas · 07-05-2017, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by dmjlambert

OK, so any old GM wheel will work is the consensus. When I see something like this picture, it confuses me. On this Chevy II wheel, what the heck is that metal doohickey with the 2 prongs that mounts with the threaded holes that the steering wheel puller would use? And what is the deal with that plastic and metal contact that is sticking out of the back of the wheel hub? I would expect that to be reversed and sticking into the wheel hub to make contact with the horn button convex spring. Does any of this interfere with using the wheel on a truck?

That picture is the back of the steering wheel.

"that metal doohickey with the 2 prongs that mounts with the threaded holes that the steering wheel puller would use"

That metal doohickey is the turn signal canceling cam. The steering wheel puller attaches to the front of the steering wheel. You will see those holes when you remove the horn button.

"And what is the deal with that plastic and metal contact that is sticking out of the back of the wheel hub?"

That is the contact for the horn slip ring assembly.

**special-K** · 07-05-2017, 06:51 AM

The horn arrangement can be a funky obstacle. Anything from the '60s-up is easier. The horn mechanism is on the front side once wheel is installed. I've never seen anyone want to put a 40s-50s wheel in a 60s-70s vehicle before.

Shinysideup · 07-05-2017, 08:53 AM

I think it would look right at home, maybe better than the chevelle one that is a popular swap.
I am partial to the 67-8 c10 wheel over the 69-72 but this is like a deluxe version of that,keeping it simple.

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Originally Posted by special-K

. I've never seen anyone want to put a 40s-50s wheel in a 60s-70s vehicle before.

Its a '67 chevy II wheel so not a stretch of the imagination.

**dmjlambert** · 07-29-2017, 10:54 AM

Thanks guys. The more I look at them, the more I like 2 spoke steering wheels. I bought the one off of eBay that is in the 2nd picture above. I removed that extra cam stuff and it fit well. This one is much more restorable and nicer looking than my original wheel.

Original wheel I am replacing is severely cracked up, although it works.
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New wheel is from 62-65 Chevy II. I love it. It is about an inch smaller than the original.
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Shinysideup · 07-29-2017, 11:16 AM

Man, I dig it!
Color/patina works well. Good that its a hair smaller too.

RustyBucket · 07-29-2017, 12:58 PM

Original blue '58-'60 Impala, same dia. as stock wheel. Shortened the column for more "belly" room, but the bottom of the wheel got pretty close to the seat. Comfortable driving though, I can rest either elbow & steer with either hand.

midniteblues · 07-29-2017, 01:19 PM

That wheel does look nice plenty of guage veiwing room there and it looks comfy.

I really dig the 67-68 truck wheels you just cant go wrong with a 3 spoke.
I dont mind putting one on any yr. Truck as they still look "correct".

I had/have a really nice black 69-72 on my 71 but digging around in my junk i found a standard black 3 spoke 67 camaro wheel and thought hmmm.

So i set up the horn mech too work with a truck 67-68 horn button and put it on.
With the power steering on my k20 i really like the fit and feel of the 67 camaro wheel alot better than a yr. Correct oe 69-72 2 spoke wheel.

See my post in the link above for pic.

07-04-2017, 08:25 PM	#1
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,873	Any old Chevy steering wheel Can I use any old Chevy steering wheel in my 1969 CST/10? I was thinking of getting something like this from a Chevy II. Or maybe an Impala wheel, something nice. I see lots of posts where people show their wheels but I don't see mention of how it is done. Would I need to do any modifications or would it just bolt on and the horn would work and the truck would steer?

07-04-2017, 11:36 PM	#3
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,873	Re: Any old Chevy steering wheel OK, so any old GM wheel will work is the consensus. When I see something like this picture, it confuses me. On this Chevy II wheel, what the heck is that metal doohickey with the 2 prongs that mounts with the threaded holes that the steering wheel puller would use? And what is the deal with that plastic and metal contact that is sticking out of the back of the wheel hub? I would expect that to be reversed and sticking into the wheel hub to make contact with the horn button convex spring. Does any of this interfere with using the wheel on a truck? Attached Images

07-05-2017, 06:51 AM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Any old Chevy steering wheel The horn arrangement can be a funky obstacle. Anything from the '60s-up is easier. The horn mechanism is on the front side once wheel is installed. I've never seen anyone want to put a 40s-50s wheel in a 60s-70s vehicle before. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-29-2017, 10:54 AM	#7
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,873	Re: Any old Chevy steering wheel Thanks guys. The more I look at them, the more I like 2 spoke steering wheels. I bought the one off of eBay that is in the 2nd picture above. I removed that extra cam stuff and it fit well. This one is much more restorable and nicer looking than my original wheel. Original wheel I am replacing is severely cracked up, although it works. New wheel is from 62-65 Chevy II. I love it. It is about an inch smaller than the original.

07-29-2017, 12:58 PM	#9
RustyBucket Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Space Coast, Fl. Posts: 1,055	Re: Any old Chevy steering wheel Original blue '58-'60 Impala, same dia. as stock wheel. Shortened the column for more "belly" room, but the bottom of the wheel got pretty close to the seat. Comfortable driving though, I can rest either elbow & steer with either hand. Attached Images __________________ Dad always said, "Son, WISH IN ONE HAND, and ......." -------------------------------------- -------------------------------------- Current toy trucks: '71 GMC 1500 SUPER CUSTOM short/step, orig. dk. blue, 350/700r, ps,pb, A/C '72 Blazer 2wd, ochre & white, 454, tremecTKO 500 5spd. ps, pb, A/C, tilt Last 10yrs of hobby vehicles, had a FEW more in the 50yrs. before these: '66 Plymouth Belvedere City of Miami cop car clone. '70 Nova 406"sb, 13.5-1, solid roller, Brodix, p.glide/t.brake, back halved, 9" Ford, spool 4.88, cage,ladder bar/coilover, 10.5 tire....... SOLD!! '67 C10 short/step side mount spare -- SOLD!! '72 Jimmy 2wd, 350/350, ps, pb, fun driver, lots of bondo & a shiny red paint job..... SOLD!! '69 Nova 350, 4spd, A/C, ps, p.b, ...SOLD!!

07-29-2017, 01:19 PM	#10
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: Any old Chevy steering wheel That wheel does look nice plenty of guage veiwing room there and it looks comfy. I really dig the 67-68 truck wheels you just cant go wrong with a 3 spoke. I dont mind putting one on any yr. Truck as they still look "correct". I had/have a really nice black 69-72 on my 71 but digging around in my junk i found a standard black 3 spoke 67 camaro wheel and thought hmmm. So i set up the horn mech too work with a truck 67-68 horn button and put it on. With the power steering on my k20 i really like the fit and feel of the 67 camaro wheel alot better than a yr. Correct oe 69-72 2 spoke wheel. See my post in the link above for pic. __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.

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