Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

MNiceGuy · 08-12-2012, 11:24 PM

I recently decided to replace the 16" factory steering wheel on my '77 C10 with something smaller. I managed to get my hands on a Grant Challenger (13.5") which has it's advantages but it is just too small for my taste. On top of it blocking the 'sweet spot' of the speedometer I think it just plain looks funny. No tilt column for me by the way.

I had a '93 2500 which had the 15" factory wheel. I thought that was an OK size if still not a touch on the big side.

I already have the Grant adapter in place so I would like to stick with them. I have looked at the 1180 (which LMC sells at a steep markup) which is 14 3/4" as well as some of their 14" wheels.

Anyone running a 14-15" in their truck care to post of a picture? For you non-stock wheel people...what size did you settle on?

WarBeard · 08-12-2012, 11:55 PM

Subscribed. I to am looking for a new wheel. I hate to loose the look of my stock '74 wheel but I am to fat for it and have no tilt.

Pro Performance · 08-13-2012, 12:52 AM

I think in these trucks, the 15.5" works better for gauge visibility, and just generally fits the size of the interior. But it does come down to personal preference. Some people like a little more room from the seat to the bottom of the steering wheel, if they don't have a tilt wheel.

I think both work well, but would have to lean towards the larger one if I had to choose.

cory d · 08-13-2012, 01:39 AM

the previous owner of my truck put a tilt colum in with this wheel, its a little smaller but i plan on going back to the stock one

KQQL IT · 08-13-2012, 02:34 AM

15" lecarra for me. Most i see are 14"
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**old Rusty C10** · 08-13-2012, 09:04 AM

i bought one of the smaller ones and found it incredibly uncomfortable for me a big guy i went for a 15 inch

MNiceGuy · 08-13-2012, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by KQQL IT

15" lecarra for me. Most i see are 14"
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Where on Earth did you find a 15" Lecarra? I was looking at those but every place that sells them (including eBay) seem to have only the 14" versions.

Billett · 08-13-2012, 09:30 AM

Not entirely sure what size mine is, but it definitely feels too small. Its a GT Grant as well so I'm sub'd for pics!

KQQL IT · 08-13-2012, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MNiceGuy

Where on Earth did you find a 15" Lecarra? I was looking at those but every place that sells them (including eBay) seem to have only the 14" versions.

http://www.lecarra.com/mk4.shtml

Bottom of the page. Part#446
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Redcap · 08-13-2012, 10:52 AM

I like the smaller 14"-14.5" wheels. Gives more room between the wheel and my gut. With power steering, I don't see any reason for a larger wheel.

MNiceGuy · 08-13-2012, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Redcap

I like the smaller 14"-14.5" wheels. Gives more room between the wheel and my gut. With power steering, I don't see any reason for a larger wheel.

I don't know if you have tilt or not but do you find those sizes block the gauges at all? I have to nudge forward or duck down to see how fast I'm going with the 13.5" Grant.

buffle · 08-13-2012, 11:59 AM

the 4 bar Camaro factory wheel is sweet in a square

Redcap · 08-13-2012, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MNiceGuy

I don't know if you have tilt or not but do you find those sizes block the gauges at all? I have to nudge forward or duck down to see how fast I'm going with the 13.5" Grant.

I have a tilt column, but I don't actually worry about any gauge other than the fuel and temp gauges.

Billett · 08-13-2012, 12:18 PM

I haven't really noticed that mine blocks the gauges, but at the same time there isn't anything I can do about it anyway haha. Mine isn't tilt, and I don't need the room to get in and out, it just feels too small for some reason I couldn't tell you exactly why though.

MNiceGuy · 08-13-2012, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by buffle

the 4 bar Camaro factory wheel is sweet in a square

This one?

Does anyone know if the 15" Grant Nostalgia wheels are dished out too much for our trucks (again...us deprived non-tilt people)?

INSIDIOUS '86 · 08-13-2012, 03:12 PM

Mines perfect

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MNiceGuy · 08-13-2012, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by INSIDIOUS '86

Mines perfect

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Wow not bad at all! Looks like you have floor shift...any issues reaching the clutch?

406 Q-ship · 08-14-2012, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by MNiceGuy

This one?

That is what is in my 74.....mine is not a cord wrapped Z28 wheel but the original factory sport wheel from my 1971 Monte Carlo (yes it was the optional sport wheel for the Monte).

INSIDIOUS '86 · 08-14-2012, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by MNiceGuy

Wow not bad at all! Looks like you have floor shift...any issues reaching the clutch?

Automatic floor shift lokar shifter minted to the trans. But if it was a manual the clutch would be easy as free pie.
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View Poll Results: What Diameter is your Aftermarket Steering Wheel?
14"	7	30.43%
14.5"	4	17.39%
14.75"	0	0%
15"	12	52.17%
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08-12-2012, 11:24 PM	#1
MNiceGuy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 25	Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? I recently decided to replace the 16" factory steering wheel on my '77 C10 with something smaller. I managed to get my hands on a Grant Challenger (13.5") which has it's advantages but it is just too small for my taste. On top of it blocking the 'sweet spot' of the speedometer I think it just plain looks funny. No tilt column for me by the way. I had a '93 2500 which had the 15" factory wheel. I thought that was an OK size if still not a touch on the big side. I already have the Grant adapter in place so I would like to stick with them. I have looked at the 1180 (which LMC sells at a steep markup) which is 14 3/4" as well as some of their 14" wheels. Anyone running a 14-15" in their truck care to post of a picture? For you non-stock wheel people...what size did you settle on?

08-12-2012, 11:55 PM	#2
WarBeard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Show low,az Posts: 808	Re: Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? Subscribed. I to am looking for a new wheel. I hate to loose the look of my stock '74 wheel but I am to fat for it and have no tilt. __________________ 1978 C10 Silverado Big 10 350/350.. play toy 1990 V1500 Suburban 350/700r4..Daily driver 1987 K10 Silverado 383/400.. Wife's rig WRECKED! 1989 V2500 Suburban 350/400.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 LWB 350/350.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 SWB 350/400.. SOLD! 1999 Silverado Z71 LS1.. Wife's rig WRECKED! On the hunt for a new project....... I'm a Chevy guy.....I'm just not a "NEW" Chevy guy.

08-13-2012, 12:52 AM	#3
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? I think in these trucks, the 15.5" works better for gauge visibility, and just generally fits the size of the interior. But it does come down to personal preference. Some people like a little more room from the seat to the bottom of the steering wheel, if they don't have a tilt wheel. I think both work well, but would have to lean towards the larger one if I had to choose.

08-13-2012, 02:34 AM	#5
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08-13-2012, 01:39 AM	#4
cory d Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arlington WA Posts: 1,728	Re: Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? the previous owner of my truck put a tilt colum in with this wheel, its a little smaller but i plan on going back to the stock one __________________ GMC C15 355 SM465 3.73 80 C10 cruiser build thread 79 short stepside crew cab. big and ugly. build thread

08-13-2012, 09:04 AM	#6
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,277	Re: Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? i bought one of the smaller ones and found it incredibly uncomfortable for me a big guy i went for a 15 inch __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

08-13-2012, 09:30 AM	#8
Billett Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Pittsgrove, NJ Posts: 1,502	Re: Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? Not entirely sure what size mine is, but it definitely feels too small. Its a GT Grant as well so I'm sub'd for pics! __________________ Will 1968 C10 - Project Texa Go 6.0/4L80e 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2002 Ford Excursion 7.3L 2024 Toyota Sienna

08-13-2012, 10:52 AM	#10
Redcap Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lewis County, WA Posts: 1,523	Re: Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? I like the smaller 14"-14.5" wheels. Gives more room between the wheel and my gut. With power steering, I don't see any reason for a larger wheel.

08-13-2012, 11:59 AM	#12
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08-13-2012, 12:18 PM	#14
Billett Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Pittsgrove, NJ Posts: 1,502	Re: Aftermarket Steering Wheel Size? I haven't really noticed that mine blocks the gauges, but at the same time there isn't anything I can do about it anyway haha. Mine isn't tilt, and I don't need the room to get in and out, it just feels too small for some reason I couldn't tell you exactly why though. __________________ Will 1968 C10 - Project Texa Go 6.0/4L80e 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2002 Ford Excursion 7.3L 2024 Toyota Sienna

08-13-2012, 03:12 PM	#16
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