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mongoose · 09-16-2009, 01:55 AM

have interference with the wheel?

i've got buckets in it now... with a stock wheel.. i'm wanting to put on a smaller 13'' grant i have, but the adapter makes it stick out another 2.5 inches..

I don't have a stock bench to compare but i seriously doubt it'll get me any more room, and my brother even says it's rather tight... and he's pretty normal.

Anyone wanna share what they've done? if there is anyone.

gchemist · 09-16-2009, 02:32 AM

I raised my seat 1.5 inches. The steering wheel is pulled way. I needed the 1.5 inches to fit the 12" thumpers behind the seat. A benefit was that the steering wheel was moved slightly away too.

mongoose · 09-16-2009, 02:40 AM

how did you pull it away?

I was looking at physically pushing the column down.. but haven't decided if that's the way to go.

merca · 09-16-2009, 06:32 AM

i am using a wheel out of a late 80"s cavalier. that gained some room.the next thing may or maynot be safe.i removed the column and fabricated another bracket to weld to the one that holds the column to the dash with about 2.5" differance in lenght on the hole span. then remove the steering shaft from the box and column and compress it about 2.5" inches.the only thing i lost was the switch for the reverse lights was now where the column clamps to the firewall, so i use a toggle switch for them now. you dont lose all the compresion of the steering shaft so some people have told me it is safe , others say it is too risky. use your own judgement

TexasJeff · 09-16-2009, 07:16 AM

I went to and early camero/vega steering wheel that is about 14" in diameter. I have measured other factory wheels, like a SS monte wheel from the 80's and it is about 15", the smaller diameter wheel does give you extra room. The other option is to go to a tilt wheel, that helps to.

**N2TRUX** · 09-16-2009, 08:42 AM

I'm not too big to fit, but I am a full figured guy. If you don't have a tilt column get one. That will make a difference.

Mr.Scary · 09-16-2009, 12:17 PM

if you dont already have it then tilt sterring is tha way 2 go 4 sure

piecesparts · 09-16-2009, 01:17 PM

I took my steering column and moved it downward towards the firewall an inch. That meant that I had to change the mounting holes in the steering shaft, but I gained space for the driver. I also use an aluminum steering wheel with the appropriate adapter for mounting.

SBTork · 09-16-2009, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I'm not too big to fit, but I am a full figured guy. If you don't have a tilt column get one. That will make a difference.

it will for sure!

Str8Ugly · 09-16-2009, 03:13 PM

I'm a rather large guy and my dually has k5 buckets and I have no problem with the wheel

powerdriver 1958 · 09-16-2009, 07:21 PM

6' 1" and 285 lbs of pure Love Machine and I agree with the above,. Tilt Wheel is the way to go.No silly adapters and if your looking to keep the stock look its a win win

**N2TRUX** · 09-16-2009, 08:37 PM

The tilt column is the way to go for more than just a tight fitting tummy.

The reason I changed mine was because of the angle. With the slightly smaller billet wheel I installed the wheel blocked my view of the gauges, and was just at the wrong angle to be comfortable.

By adding the tilt I could adjust to a more comfortable driving angle and be able to see my gauges too.

Besides, I wanted my truck to have all the factory options I could put in it.

boatpuller · 09-16-2009, 09:42 PM

go with the tilt.......i'm thinking about one for my computer desk.(just kiddin) i couldn't help it.it's to serious in here sometimes

Rollinsqrbdy · 09-16-2009, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by boatpuller

go with the tilt.......i'm thinking about one for my computer desk.(just kiddin) i couldn't help it.it's to serious in here sometimes

My eyes they burn. Why?

mongoose · 09-16-2009, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boatpuller

go with the tilt.......i'm thinking about one for my computer desk.(just kiddin) i couldn't help it.it's to serious in here sometimes

I dont know what's worse... on a computer all day that you need a reaching thing.. or that your so fat that you can't rub one out while sitting on the comp all day

Driveway Dreams · 09-16-2009, 11:24 PM

You are the

Why would you do that to us? WHY?!?!

CLASSIC87' · 09-16-2009, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boatpuller

go with the tilt.......i'm thinking about one for my computer desk.(just kiddin) i couldn't help it.it's to serious in here sometimes

Wow Boat... looks like you LOST a few pounds while you were in Vegas!

boatpuller · 09-17-2009, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

Wow Boat... looks like you LOST a few pounds while you were in Vegas!

yeah thanks anthony.....had to get in "thong shape" for the vegas pool scene.the speedo look is out now in vegas.so,you gotta do the thong.

**N2TRUX** · 09-17-2009, 08:38 AM

Ya know, I never thought of taking it all off. Heres what I do when I need to cool off.

JohnC · 09-17-2009, 08:50 AM

you guys are nuts!

spr85gmc · 09-17-2009, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by powerdriver 1958

6' 1" and 285 lbs of pure Love Machine and I agree with the above,. Tilt Wheel is the way to go.No silly adapters and if your looking to keep the stock look its a win win

you just described me lol....

09-16-2009, 01:55 AM	#1
mongoose Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: slurrey, bc. Posts: 1,134	any other fat guys... have interference with the wheel? i've got buckets in it now... with a stock wheel.. i'm wanting to put on a smaller 13'' grant i have, but the adapter makes it stick out another 2.5 inches.. I don't have a stock bench to compare but i seriously doubt it'll get me any more room, and my brother even says it's rather tight... and he's pretty normal. Anyone wanna share what they've done? if there is anyone. __________________ -'73 c/10 - Low with Go - will be complete... probably never. -'90 2wd Blazer - well... soon enough anyways. -'84 SWB - the daily gas guzzler.

09-16-2009, 02:32 AM	#2
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: any other fat guys... I raised my seat 1.5 inches. The steering wheel is pulled way. I needed the 1.5 inches to fit the 12" thumpers behind the seat. A benefit was that the steering wheel was moved slightly away too. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

09-16-2009, 02:40 AM	#3
mongoose Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: slurrey, bc. Posts: 1,134	Re: any other fat guys... how did you pull it away? I was looking at physically pushing the column down.. but haven't decided if that's the way to go. __________________ -'73 c/10 - Low with Go - will be complete... probably never. -'90 2wd Blazer - well... soon enough anyways. -'84 SWB - the daily gas guzzler.

09-16-2009, 06:32 AM	#4
merca Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: quakertown pa. Posts: 59	Re: any other fat guys... i am using a wheel out of a late 80"s cavalier. that gained some room.the next thing may or maynot be safe.i removed the column and fabricated another bracket to weld to the one that holds the column to the dash with about 2.5" differance in lenght on the hole span. then remove the steering shaft from the box and column and compress it about 2.5" inches.the only thing i lost was the switch for the reverse lights was now where the column clamps to the firewall, so i use a toggle switch for them now. you dont lose all the compresion of the steering shaft so some people have told me it is safe , others say it is too risky. use your own judgement

09-16-2009, 07:16 AM	#5
TexasJeff Don't Crush em Restore em Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Pinehurst, Texas Posts: 764	Re: any other fat guys... I went to and early camero/vega steering wheel that is about 14" in diameter. I have measured other factory wheels, like a SS monte wheel from the 80's and it is about 15", the smaller diameter wheel does give you extra room. The other option is to go to a tilt wheel, that helps to. Attached Images __________________ TexasJeff 2009 Silver with Linen Interior Cadillac DTS 1990 Red with White Top and Interior Ford Mustang GT convertible 1998 Red with Gray Interior, C3500 Chevy Crew Cab Dually

09-16-2009, 08:42 AM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: any other fat guys... I'm not too big to fit, but I am a full figured guy. If you don't have a tilt column get one. That will make a difference. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-16-2009, 12:17 PM	#7
Mr.Scary Project Optimus Prime Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 346	Re: any other fat guys... if you dont already have it then tilt sterring is tha way 2 go 4 sure __________________ 84 SWB work in progress 89 burb 1500 (parts pig) LOL 08 ford focus (I know, I know) Wifes car "I said it b4 and i'll say it agian wiring is my worst enemy":devil:

09-16-2009, 01:17 PM	#8
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: any other fat guys... I took my steering column and moved it downward towards the firewall an inch. That meant that I had to change the mounting holes in the steering shaft, but I gained space for the driver. I also use an aluminum steering wheel with the appropriate adapter for mounting. __________________ Frank

09-16-2009, 03:13 PM	#10
Str8Ugly Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Carthage, Texas Posts: 81	Re: any other fat guys... I'm a rather large guy and my dually has k5 buckets and I have no problem with the wheel

09-16-2009, 07:21 PM	#11
powerdriver 1958 Kid's Mechanic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Kansas City Posts: 8,241	Re: any other fat guys... 6' 1" and 285 lbs of pure Love Machine and I agree with the above,. Tilt Wheel is the way to go.No silly adapters and if your looking to keep the stock look its a win win Last edited by powerdriver 1958; 09-16-2009 at 07:22 PM.

09-16-2009, 08:37 PM	#12
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: any other fat guys... The tilt column is the way to go for more than just a tight fitting tummy. The reason I changed mine was because of the angle. With the slightly smaller billet wheel I installed the wheel blocked my view of the gauges, and was just at the wrong angle to be comfortable. By adding the tilt I could adjust to a more comfortable driving angle and be able to see my gauges too. Besides, I wanted my truck to have all the factory options I could put in it. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-16-2009, 09:42 PM	#13
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: any other fat guys... go with the tilt.......i'm thinking about one for my computer desk.(just kiddin) i couldn't help it.it's to serious in here sometimes Attached Images __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

09-16-2009, 11:24 PM	#16
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: any other fat guys... You are the Why would you do that to us? WHY?!?! __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

09-17-2009, 08:38 AM	#19
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: any other fat guys... Ya know, I never thought of taking it all off. Heres what I do when I need to cool off. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-17-2009, 08:50 AM	#20
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: any other fat guys... you guys are nuts!



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