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rmc70 · 10-22-2015, 07:02 PM

Newbi here with 1970 GMC 1500. want a smaller steering wheel, like 14 inch or so. What wheel will work from other GM vehicles will work? Thanks in advance for any advice.

**71blksuper4x4** · 10-22-2015, 07:11 PM

Pretty sure any gm wheel will work up to 1995. Trevor

GTSideSwipe · 10-22-2015, 07:38 PM

You can get steering wheels from fssteeringwheels.com. Just be sure to add on the A01 adapter.

Im going to be getting this one soon.

http://fssteeringwheels.com/store/#!...tegory=3415051

hugger6933 · 10-22-2015, 09:03 PM

Any GM wheel will work up to the time of the airbag. Fact is the wheels after the bags were put in will work to but there just isn't a newer wheel that feels right in our truck.

agawam · 10-22-2015, 09:11 PM

I have a 79 Z/28 wheel I going to try out, its about 12 or 13 inch and I'll keep the Z/28 emblem for looks

**MusicMan70** · 10-22-2015, 10:56 PM

Here is a wheel from a 92 GMC Safari Van in my old 70 GMC. Unsure of the diameter but you can see how the old cracked wheel fits over it.

57taskforce · 10-23-2015, 08:31 AM

If going away from stock, the early 90s truck wheels are pretty decent.

GTSideSwipe · 10-23-2015, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by MusicMan70

Here is a wheel from a 92 GMC Safari Van in my old 70 GMC. Unsure of the diameter but you can see how the old cracked wheel fits over it.

Wow. That steering wheel looks really nice. Sadly Chevrolet didn't use the same wheel design for the astro cause that would be a nice replacement for my current steering wheel.

hugger6933 · 10-23-2015, 11:52 AM

They did use that wheel on the Astro van just the lower trimmed ones. the upper trim trucks of that day [along with the trucks and the vans] Used the 4 spoke wheel. It is very popular and looks good on these trucks.The wheel in the above pics could be found with Chevy center cap or the GMC one also you could get that wheel out of a S-10 from about 86 through about 92 or 3. I used to throw those away from truck i junked I junked way over a 100 S-10 through out the years and tossed that type of wheel away. and later on the other types too now wishing I hadn't cause they look more than ok in the old C-10's

57taskforce · 10-23-2015, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by hugger6933

They did use that wheel on the Astro van just the lower trimmed ones. the upper trim trucks of that day [along with the trucks and the vans] Used the 4 spoke wheel. It is very popular and looks good on these trucks.The wheel in the above pics could be found with Chevy center cap or the GMC one also you could get that wheel out of a S-10 from about 86 through about 92 or 3. I used to throw those away from truck i junked I junked way over a 100 S-10 through out the years and tossed that type of wheel away. and later on the other types too now wishing I hadn't cause they look more than ok in the old C-10's

+1 I had the above style in an 87 lower trim level s-10 blazer as well. The truck wheels I spoke of earlier are the same as the 4 spoke Astro/s-10 wheels Jim spoke of.

**FirstOwner69** · 10-23-2015, 04:19 PM

There were 3 (possibly 4) variations of the 88-94 4-spoke wheel used depending on Chevy truck/SUV/van model and trim level that I am aware of. These 3 and my original are pictured below along with a pristine Blazer LT version installed in my truck. The Chevy center caps came in at least 2 versions. Some caps did not have the horizontal lines. GMC version caps were also available. The later wheels were 15" vs. 17" on the originals. In my opinion, the nicest of the newer 4-spoke versions was the leather wrapped versions used on 92-94 S10 LT Blazers (second and last pics). These had a little more class and a fatter rim and I which prefer.

That said, it's really hard to beat the more period correct Comfort Grip wheels used in Vettes, Camaros and Chevelles.

Jim

**70STOVEBOLT** · 10-25-2015, 12:36 PM

If you are ambitious you could modify the stock wheel. There are threads on the board showing how guys have done it.

**Boog** · 10-25-2015, 02:50 PM

I have an early 90's pkup wheel for my 69. I prefer a 3 spoke but these 4 spokes look good, feel good and still allow good instrument panel view. And the smaller diameter give just a bit more entry room.

rmc70 · 10-25-2015, 07:32 PM

Thanks everyone for the advice and tips. I can see this forum is going to be very helpful.

Sklptrljay · 10-25-2015, 07:47 PM

Just my opinion, I love the stock wheel! A big part of my enjoyment of my truck is the feeling of driving a piece of history. My only upgrades are to the suspension and stereo.

A major reason I own the truck is because my dad had one when I was younger. And I play George Jones, Hank, and Waylon in my truck also!

hamjet · 10-25-2015, 09:20 PM

((((And I play George Jones, Hank, and Waylon in my truck also!)))) YOU GO HANK!!!! LOL

Sklptrljay · 10-25-2015, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hamjet

((((And I play George Jones, Hank, and Waylon in my truck also!)))) YOU GO HANK!!!! LOL

10-22-2015, 07:02 PM	#1
rmc70 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Decatur, In. Posts: 52	steering wheel Newbi here with 1970 GMC 1500. want a smaller steering wheel, like 14 inch or so. What wheel will work from other GM vehicles will work? Thanks in advance for any advice.

10-22-2015, 07:11 PM	#2
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: steering wheel Pretty sure any gm wheel will work up to 1995. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

10-22-2015, 07:38 PM	#3
GTSideSwipe Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Puyallup WA Posts: 127	Re: steering wheel You can get steering wheels from fssteeringwheels.com. Just be sure to add on the A01 adapter. Im going to be getting this one soon. http://fssteeringwheels.com/store/#!...tegory=3415051

10-22-2015, 09:03 PM	#4
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,280	Re: steering wheel Any GM wheel will work up to the time of the airbag. Fact is the wheels after the bags were put in will work to but there just isn't a newer wheel that feels right in our truck.

10-22-2015, 09:11 PM	#5
agawam Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: agawam ma Posts: 32	Re: steering wheel I have a 79 Z/28 wheel I going to try out, its about 12 or 13 inch and I'll keep the Z/28 emblem for looks

10-22-2015, 10:56 PM	#6
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: steering wheel Here is a wheel from a 92 GMC Safari Van in my old 70 GMC. Unsure of the diameter but you can see how the old cracked wheel fits over it. Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

10-23-2015, 08:31 AM	#7
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Land of Entrapment Posts: 6,487	Re: steering wheel If going away from stock, the early 90s truck wheels are pretty decent. __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne: 5” lift, 35’s, front dana 60 blah blah blah… http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB: 4” lift 33”s… in a million pieces http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 35x12.5x20’s

10-23-2015, 11:52 AM	#9
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,280	Re: steering wheel They did use that wheel on the Astro van just the lower trimmed ones. the upper trim trucks of that day [along with the trucks and the vans] Used the 4 spoke wheel. It is very popular and looks good on these trucks.The wheel in the above pics could be found with Chevy center cap or the GMC one also you could get that wheel out of a S-10 from about 86 through about 92 or 3. I used to throw those away from truck i junked I junked way over a 100 S-10 through out the years and tossed that type of wheel away. and later on the other types too now wishing I hadn't cause they look more than ok in the old C-10's

10-23-2015, 04:19 PM	#11
FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,852	Re: steering wheel There were 3 (possibly 4) variations of the 88-94 4-spoke wheel used depending on Chevy truck/SUV/van model and trim level that I am aware of. These 3 and my original are pictured below along with a pristine Blazer LT version installed in my truck. The Chevy center caps came in at least 2 versions. Some caps did not have the horizontal lines. GMC version caps were also available. The later wheels were 15" vs. 17" on the originals. In my opinion, the nicest of the newer 4-spoke versions was the leather wrapped versions used on 92-94 S10 LT Blazers (second and last pics). These had a little more class and a fatter rim and I which prefer. That said, it's really hard to beat the more period correct Comfort Grip wheels used in Vettes, Camaros and Chevelles. Jim Attached Images Last edited by FirstOwner69; 10-23-2015 at 04:35 PM.

10-25-2015, 12:36 PM	#12
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,414	Re: steering wheel If you are ambitious you could modify the stock wheel. There are threads on the board showing how guys have done it. __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Sliding Rear Window Power Windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

10-25-2015, 02:50 PM	#13
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,513	Re: steering wheel I have an early 90's pkup wheel for my 69. I prefer a 3 spoke but these 4 spokes look good, feel good and still allow good instrument panel view. And the smaller diameter give just a bit more entry room. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

10-25-2015, 07:32 PM	#14
rmc70 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Decatur, In. Posts: 52	Re: steering wheel Thanks everyone for the advice and tips. I can see this forum is going to be very helpful.

10-25-2015, 07:47 PM	#15
Sklptrljay Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 874	Re: steering wheel Just my opinion, I love the stock wheel! A big part of my enjoyment of my truck is the feeling of driving a piece of history. My only upgrades are to the suspension and stereo. A major reason I own the truck is because my dad had one when I was younger. And I play George Jones, Hank, and Waylon in my truck also! __________________ 1971 C/10 SWB, 15x8 Rallys, 4.5" X 7" static drop, C-notched, 350/350, 3.73 Posi. .........A 383 and Gear Vendors are on my bucket list. 1972 GMC 4X4 K1500 Survivor - Sold No matter what problems life throws at you, your time on Earth can be incredibly fulfilling and rewarding.....if you just lower your expectations. -Phil Dunphy

10-25-2015, 09:20 PM	#16
hamjet Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: South Westerlo, New York Posts: 1,325	Re: steering wheel ((((And I play George Jones, Hank, and Waylon in my truck also!)))) YOU GO HANK!!!! LOL Attached Images __________________ Thanks, Joe.. 1969 C/10, 348 C.I., 3X2 bbl. V8, 2004r , LWB.



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