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Minkota · 04-01-2021, 07:13 AM

My 67 has an aftermarket chrome steering column that was installed by a previous owner. I have a bad turn signal switch and need to replace it. Is there a way to tell what switch to purchase? I do know that the column does have "Tilt". I have heard that it might be the same as a square body column but I am not sure how to tell.

BigBird05 · 04-01-2021, 07:23 AM

Post pictures of it.

**Accelo** · 04-01-2021, 11:33 AM

The turn signal switch can be purchased from;
https://www.americanautowire.com/
Even have a real person that answered the phone. With out the self help BS most companies seem to have now days.
I believe the ididit and others use a GM switch. Best to confirm.
Rick

Minkota · 04-01-2021, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Accelo

The turn signal switch can be purchased from;
https://www.americanautowire.com/
Even have a real person that answered the phone. With out the self help BS most companies seem to have now days.
I believe the ididit and others use a GM switch. Best to confirm.
Rick

That is where I first called. they said I need to know what switch is installed to be able to order the correct replacement. which is why I was wondering how i can tell what I have.

Minkota · 04-09-2021, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigBird05

Post pictures of it.

I was able to get over to the shop last night and get some pics.

Minkota · 04-09-2021, 06:06 AM

The guy over at American Autowire wasn't sure, but thought it might be this one.

https://www.americanautowire.com/sho...al-switch-5850

**Accelo** · 04-09-2021, 11:27 AM

You can be assured that the switch wasn't manufactured just for an aftermarket column. They used and existing switch. With the safety ramifications the research and development would have been prohibitive.

BigBird05 · 04-09-2021, 09:46 PM

The 4 way flasher knob is not for a 67 to 72 model. Looks like a 73 on up. Look at the electrical connector and see if that will give you any clue into what it is.

lil hoodlum · 04-10-2021, 12:22 AM

I'm going to say that looks an awful lot like an IDIDIT steering column. I have 2 of those, one chrome like yours, and a plain steel one.

**1970cstblazer** · 04-10-2021, 07:22 AM

https://www.lectriclimited.com/switc...-switch-111092

04-01-2021, 07:13 AM	#1
Minkota Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 295	Steering Column My 67 has an aftermarket chrome steering column that was installed by a previous owner. I have a bad turn signal switch and need to replace it. Is there a way to tell what switch to purchase? I do know that the column does have "Tilt". I have heard that it might be the same as a square body column but I am not sure how to tell.

04-01-2021, 07:23 AM	#2
BigBird05 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Cheraw Posts: 1,300	Re: Steering Column Post pictures of it.

04-01-2021, 11:33 AM	#3
Accelo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: washington Posts: 2,295	Re: Steering Column The turn signal switch can be purchased from; https://www.americanautowire.com/ Even have a real person that answered the phone. With out the self help BS most companies seem to have now days. I believe the ididit and others use a GM switch. Best to confirm. Rick

04-09-2021, 06:06 AM	#6
Minkota Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 295	Re: Steering Column The guy over at American Autowire wasn't sure, but thought it might be this one. https://www.americanautowire.com/sho...al-switch-5850

04-09-2021, 11:27 AM	#7
Accelo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: washington Posts: 2,295	Re: Steering Column You can be assured that the switch wasn't manufactured just for an aftermarket column. They used and existing switch. With the safety ramifications the research and development would have been prohibitive.

04-09-2021, 09:46 PM	#8
BigBird05 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Cheraw Posts: 1,300	Re: Steering Column The 4 way flasher knob is not for a 67 to 72 model. Looks like a 73 on up. Look at the electrical connector and see if that will give you any clue into what it is.

04-10-2021, 12:22 AM	#9
lil hoodlum Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 1,735	Re: Steering Column I'm going to say that looks an awful lot like an IDIDIT steering column. I have 2 of those, one chrome like yours, and a plain steel one.

04-10-2021, 07:22 AM	#10
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,826	Re: Steering Column https://www.lectriclimited.com/switc...-switch-111092 __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels



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