Tilt column install question - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

gottwake · 03-27-2009, 11:38 PM

I want to install a tilt column (havent bought yet) and just want to know if these two parts (Grommet plate and support plate)are still used to hold the column or are modifications necessary.

Richard8971 · 03-27-2009, 11:44 PM

I installed a tilt from a '72 into my '67 with no modifications. The only thing you may need to look at is, my column from my '67 was a one piece and the tilt was a two-piece. So just make sure you have the whole column to install.

Other than that, bolted (and plugged) right up without any issues.

Now of course, this is assuming you are using a column from a '71-'72 and installing into a '67-'72. I don't have much experience installing later models into these years, but I am sure someone here has.

Don

gottwake · 03-27-2009, 11:49 PM

very cool, thank you. Now I just need to find a tilt.

**KevsClassics** · 03-28-2009, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by gottwake

very cool, thank you. Now I just need to find a tilt.

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UltraBlue71 · 03-28-2009, 10:33 AM

My ole man told me a tilt from an 80's van will work great on these trucks, and he has 30-40 builds under his belt, just make sure the length is close for you, we are tall dudes 6'3" and 6'4" so what works for us may not everyone else. You are going to have to fill in the ignition switch hole on the column, I have been looking all over for a non auto tilt without a ignition switch some of this old crap is getting hard to find!

gottwake · 03-28-2009, 10:38 AM

When I got my truck it didnt have a column. How are they secured in the dash? Is it by those two plates that I need? It looks like it would just spin, not having any tabs.

Richard8971 · 03-28-2009, 10:46 AM

There is actually a second "U" shaped bracket that bolts the column to the dash directly under the bottom pate you took a pic of. You tighten that down to firm up the column. Also the column bolts to the firewall to help keep it secure.

The hole in the middle of the bottom plate is actually the access hole to unbolt the column so you can drop it so you can take the instrument cluster out without having to take the whole unit apart.

I hope you have luck finding a tilt. I found mine used for $150.00 and it was quite a steal. I have seen them go for upwards of 500-800 rebuilt and 300-500 used.

Hope this helps.

Don

ibad57 · 03-28-2009, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by gottwake

I want to install a tilt column (havent bought yet) and just want to know if these two parts (Grommet plate and support plate)are still used to hold the column or are modifications necessary.

There is a half circle strap with hole at each end that screws at outward angle above the dash plate you point out. this sinch's the colum from spinning and supports shaft

gottwake · 03-28-2009, 12:10 PM

Would it be any trouble to take a pic of these missing straps?? I am so confused.

Andy4639 · 03-28-2009, 01:15 PM

I saw one the other day for $175.00 at a local guy's house he said he would sale it. It would have to be rebuilt I would think but I didn't mess with it because I was looking for some hood hinges, it even had a steering wheel with it. It was inside his shop so it wasn't out in the weather.

03-27-2009, 11:38 PM	#1
gottwake Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Santa Clarita, CA Posts: 581	Tilt column install question I want to install a tilt column (havent bought yet) and just want to know if these two parts (Grommet plate and support plate)are still used to hold the column or are modifications necessary. Attached Images __________________ Blazer Project Last edited by gottwake; 03-27-2009 at 11:39 PM.

03-27-2009, 11:44 PM	#2
Richard8971 Still livin the "dream" in '54 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 2,656	Re: Tilt column install question I installed a tilt from a '72 into my '67 with no modifications. The only thing you may need to look at is, my column from my '67 was a one piece and the tilt was a two-piece. So just make sure you have the whole column to install. Other than that, bolted (and plugged) right up without any issues. Now of course, this is assuming you are using a column from a '71-'72 and installing into a '67-'72. I don't have much experience installing later models into these years, but I am sure someone here has. Don __________________ Current build. 1954 Chevrolet 3800 "Ella" SOLD! My '67 stepper "Tangerine Dream" "Anything worth doing is worth doing right" James Dean “When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” Sherlock Holmes "There is no spoon." Neo Last edited by Richard8971; 03-27-2009 at 11:48 PM.

03-27-2009, 11:49 PM	#3
gottwake Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Santa Clarita, CA Posts: 581	Re: Tilt column install question very cool, thank you. Now I just need to find a tilt. __________________ Blazer Project

03-28-2009, 10:33 AM	#5
UltraBlue71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: OKC OK Posts: 489	Re: Tilt column install question My ole man told me a tilt from an 80's van will work great on these trucks, and he has 30-40 builds under his belt, just make sure the length is close for you, we are tall dudes 6'3" and 6'4" so what works for us may not everyone else. You are going to have to fill in the ignition switch hole on the column, I have been looking all over for a non auto tilt without a ignition switch some of this old crap is getting hard to find! __________________ "You can put lipstick on a pig, sure it's pretty pig, but it's still just a PIG... 71 LWB

03-28-2009, 10:38 AM	#6
gottwake Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Santa Clarita, CA Posts: 581	Re: Tilt column install question When I got my truck it didnt have a column. How are they secured in the dash? Is it by those two plates that I need? It looks like it would just spin, not having any tabs. __________________ Blazer Project Last edited by gottwake; 03-28-2009 at 10:39 AM.

03-28-2009, 10:46 AM	#7
Richard8971 Still livin the "dream" in '54 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 2,656	Re: Tilt column install question There is actually a second "U" shaped bracket that bolts the column to the dash directly under the bottom pate you took a pic of. You tighten that down to firm up the column. Also the column bolts to the firewall to help keep it secure. The hole in the middle of the bottom plate is actually the access hole to unbolt the column so you can drop it so you can take the instrument cluster out without having to take the whole unit apart. I hope you have luck finding a tilt. I found mine used for $150.00 and it was quite a steal. I have seen them go for upwards of 500-800 rebuilt and 300-500 used. Hope this helps. Don __________________ Current build. 1954 Chevrolet 3800 "Ella" SOLD! My '67 stepper "Tangerine Dream" "Anything worth doing is worth doing right" James Dean “When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” Sherlock Holmes "There is no spoon." Neo Last edited by Richard8971; 03-28-2009 at 10:49 AM.

03-28-2009, 12:10 PM	#9
gottwake Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Santa Clarita, CA Posts: 581	Re: Tilt column install question Would it be any trouble to take a pic of these missing straps?? I am so confused. __________________ Blazer Project

03-28-2009, 01:15 PM	#10
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Tilt column install question I saw one the other day for $175.00 at a local guy's house he said he would sale it. It would have to be rebuilt I would think but I didn't mess with it because I was looking for some hood hinges, it even had a steering wheel with it. It was inside his shop so it wasn't out in the weather. __________________ 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.



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