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Mudder · 04-19-2003, 09:34 AM

They have a red and black grant Wheel at the local parts store. I'm very tempted. I've had this old Camaro wheel forever. What should I do? The Grant is $109....................

sam's 72 · 04-19-2003, 09:48 AM

I have a grant on mine, I love it!
Sam

meathead95 · 04-19-2003, 09:51 AM

show us a pic of both and it will be easier to help you decide

Mudder · 04-19-2003, 10:06 AM

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Mudder · 04-19-2003, 10:09 AM

This is very close to what I'm thinking about. One thing to think about. All the clutter is gone from under the dash. Guages are all in the Bezel and the stereo is different.

cdowns · 04-19-2003, 10:29 AM

IMO GRANT=CRAP

sam's 72 · 04-19-2003, 10:47 AM

Everyone is in titeled to thier IO.
I have a grant wheel on my truck, dad gave it to me brand new, I put it on, I have never ever had a problem with it, and it is tight and the leather on it is soft.
Sam

Mudder · 04-19-2003, 10:52 AM

I have heard that several have had trouble with the horns. Thats sorta why I started this is to hear the good and bad.....Think about it..the steering wheel gets more attention than anything else on your truck other than maybe the gas pedal and I have that covered.

sam's 72 · 04-19-2003, 11:00 AM

I have never ever had any trouble with mine! You might go get one and have problems with it, but I never had any trouble.
Sam

crazy longhorn · 04-19-2003, 11:17 AM

I have run several grant wheels, & the biggest problems I have seen is dirty contacts on the original horn pcs(sig cancellor, ect). Also pinched wires(i have done that

) I have a grant "woody" (714) on my Longhorn, & dont have any problems with the horn. thats a nice looking wheel......Id do the swap. crazyL

Reumster · 04-19-2003, 11:19 AM

I've had problems with the horns. But maybe it's been fixed in the new ones. I have a old one paints peeling, and the horn don't work. But think of what the name brand steering wheels cost. Alot. Or you can just get a custom solid platnium steering wheel like Shaq! LOL

gmc67swb · 04-19-2003, 11:32 AM

my first grant , I had trouble with. I installed it when I was 16. Didn't realize that the horn wouldn't work on the painted area it made contact with. My new one came with a metallic sticker for it to make contact with ground. not a problem one with this one.

**Palf70Step** · 04-19-2003, 11:38 AM

I've got a grant in mine and it's OK...cept for the horn thing...but I am planning on going to the style wheel you have. I think they look better than anything else in our trucks and they feel great.

My $.02

breeh · 04-19-2003, 11:44 AM

I think that the horn issue depends on what style you get. The bottom end of the price range wheels have horns that are crap. I decided to give Grant another try but I got a better wheel with a different horn design and it has not given me any problems. I think that they call it their "Signature Series".

Bill72BB · 04-19-2003, 12:07 PM

I have a similiar wheel to the one you have on your truck and I wouldn't replace it . JMO

greasemonkey · 04-19-2003, 12:27 PM

Grant's fine if you put it on right. I had a problem with my horn not honking or honking when I turned the wheel. Found out that my cancelling cam was bent so it wouldn't always make contact with the horn button on the turn signal switch. Also, my screw that held the turn signal handle onto the turn signal switch kept backing out and grounding the horn when I turned the wheel (remember the cancelling cam was bent). I replaced the turn signal switch (the old one was cracked, that's why the screw kept backing out) and straightened the cam. Everything works fine now.
So, if you have problems with your Grant wheel, don't blame the manufacturer, it's probably worn parts in the column.

67cst · 04-19-2003, 01:13 PM

mudder-that is an awesome gas pedal! i was planning on doin that because all i have is the top part that comes though the fire wall, what exactly did you do there? is it possible to take some pics of how its hooked up? thanks

Derek

Mudder · 04-19-2003, 01:15 PM

That pedal (foot) just slides down over the orginal and tightens with a coupe of screws and a small cross bar. You would be shocked at all the young kids that see that and comment on it.

barn9 · 04-19-2003, 01:22 PM

I think the horn kits suck also, but Grant does have some good looking wheels available. Mudder, you might check the Grant website and find something you like even better. That red and black one looks like something out of a ricer to me, but that's just my opinion, it might look good once it is on your truck.

67cst · 04-19-2003, 01:41 PM

thanks mudder, i just have the little rod at the top coming out of the firewall from the stock 67 pedal assembly, ill have to find the actual pedal and get a foot, i allready got a real small one for the highbeam switch

i dont know why but they are so cool...hah

Mudder · 04-19-2003, 02:03 PM

JC Whitney has the feet!

**Palf70Step** · 04-19-2003, 02:27 PM

Can't have a cool ride without da foot

krazy_texan · 04-19-2003, 03:05 PM

my cheyenne had a grant wheel in it and istead of messing with the horn in the center of the wheel i just went to autozone and bought a universal horn button and hung it from the dash, worked great and as long as the horn works your okay

meathead95 · 04-19-2003, 04:07 PM

i say go with the grant it looks sweet and i have had a few grants with no problems

**70cst** · 04-19-2003, 04:39 PM

I'll GRANT you this...HEHEHE I have a Grant Wheel and I like mine. Gives the truck a little extra class.
Go for it Mudder 67
70cst

View Poll Results: New or stay with old?
Keep the "old" Camaro Wheel	7	35.00%
Get a new Red and Black Grant that matches the truck	13	65.00%
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04-19-2003, 09:34 AM	#1
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Grant Steering Wheels They have a red and black grant Wheel at the local parts store. I'm very tempted. I've had this old Camaro wheel forever. What should I do? The Grant is $109....................

04-19-2003, 09:48 AM	#2
sam's 72 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Pasadena, Texas, USA Posts: 1,005	I have a grant on mine, I love it! Sam __________________ 72 LWB chevy truck. Pasadena, Texas

04-19-2003, 09:51 AM	#3
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	show us a pic of both and it will be easier to help you decide __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

04-19-2003, 10:06 AM	#4
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Old Camaro wheel ....

04-19-2003, 10:09 AM	#5
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Grant This is very close to what I'm thinking about. One thing to think about. All the clutter is gone from under the dash. Guages are all in the Bezel and the stereo is different.

04-19-2003, 10:29 AM	#6
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	IMO GRANT=CRAP __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

04-19-2003, 10:47 AM	#7
sam's 72 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Pasadena, Texas, USA Posts: 1,005	Everyone is in titeled to thier IO. I have a grant wheel on my truck, dad gave it to me brand new, I put it on, I have never ever had a problem with it, and it is tight and the leather on it is soft. Sam __________________ 72 LWB chevy truck. Pasadena, Texas

04-19-2003, 10:52 AM	#8
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	I have heard that several have had trouble with the horns. Thats sorta why I started this is to hear the good and bad.....Think about it..the steering wheel gets more attention than anything else on your truck other than maybe the gas pedal and I have that covered.

04-19-2003, 11:00 AM	#9
sam's 72 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Pasadena, Texas, USA Posts: 1,005	I have never ever had any trouble with mine! You might go get one and have problems with it, but I never had any trouble. Sam __________________ 72 LWB chevy truck. Pasadena, Texas

04-19-2003, 11:17 AM	#10
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,402	I have run several grant wheels, & the biggest problems I have seen is dirty contacts on the original horn pcs(sig cancellor, ect). Also pinched wires(i have done that ) I have a grant "woody" (714) on my Longhorn, & dont have any problems with the horn. thats a nice looking wheel......Id do the swap. crazyL __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

04-19-2003, 11:19 AM	#11
Reumster L.E.D. Freak Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Polson MT Posts: 1,358	I've had problems with the horns. But maybe it's been fixed in the new ones. I have a old one paints peeling, and the horn don't work. But think of what the name brand steering wheels cost. Alot. Or you can just get a custom solid platnium steering wheel like Shaq! LOL __________________ Specializing in Custom L.E.D. inserts. http://www.ccled.com/ Contact me @ blazer2wd1972@hotmail.com (406)675-8082 or Joel @ jmcwaters@eps-corp.net 1972 2wd Blazer, 350/700R4/3:73 posi, err & Custom L.E.D. inserts! LOL

04-19-2003, 11:32 AM	#12
gmc67swb Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Mesquite, Tx Posts: 396	my first grant , I had trouble with. I installed it when I was 16. Didn't realize that the horn wouldn't work on the painted area it made contact with. My new one came with a metallic sticker for it to make contact with ground. not a problem one with this one. __________________ GM 330HP/350, Magnuson 122HH, Tremec TKO 5spd

04-19-2003, 11:38 AM	#13
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	I've got a grant in mine and it's OK...cept for the horn thing...but I am planning on going to the style wheel you have. I think they look better than anything else in our trucks and they feel great. My $.02 __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

04-19-2003, 11:44 AM	#14
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	I think that the horn issue depends on what style you get. The bottom end of the price range wheels have horns that are crap. I decided to give Grant another try but I got a better wheel with a different horn design and it has not given me any problems. I think that they call it their "Signature Series". __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"



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04-19-2003, 12:07 PM	#15
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	I have a similiar wheel to the one you have on your truck and I wouldn't replace it . JMO __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

04-19-2003, 12:27 PM	#16
greasemonkey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Pace, FL Posts: 2,155	Grant's fine if you put it on right. I had a problem with my horn not honking or honking when I turned the wheel. Found out that my cancelling cam was bent so it wouldn't always make contact with the horn button on the turn signal switch. Also, my screw that held the turn signal handle onto the turn signal switch kept backing out and grounding the horn when I turned the wheel (remember the cancelling cam was bent). I replaced the turn signal switch (the old one was cracked, that's why the screw kept backing out) and straightened the cam. Everything works fine now. So, if you have problems with your Grant wheel, don't blame the manufacturer, it's probably worn parts in the column. __________________ 1942 Master Deluxe 1969 C/10 1985 Blazer CUCV 1987 Jimmy 2004 Tahoe 2005 Silverado 1500 2005 Silverado 3500

04-19-2003, 01:13 PM	#17
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,302	mudder-that is an awesome gas pedal! i was planning on doin that because all i have is the top part that comes though the fire wall, what exactly did you do there? is it possible to take some pics of how its hooked up? thanks Derek __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724

04-19-2003, 01:15 PM	#18
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	That pedal (foot) just slides down over the orginal and tightens with a coupe of screws and a small cross bar. You would be shocked at all the young kids that see that and comment on it.

04-19-2003, 01:22 PM	#19
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	I think the horn kits suck also, but Grant does have some good looking wheels available. Mudder, you might check the Grant website and find something you like even better. That red and black one looks like something out of a ricer to me, but that's just my opinion, it might look good once it is on your truck. __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

04-19-2003, 01:41 PM	#20
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,302	thanks mudder, i just have the little rod at the top coming out of the firewall from the stock 67 pedal assembly, ill have to find the actual pedal and get a foot, i allready got a real small one for the highbeam switch i dont know why but they are so cool...hah __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724

04-19-2003, 02:03 PM	#21
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	JC Whitney has the feet!

04-19-2003, 02:27 PM	#22
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Can't have a cool ride without da foot __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

04-19-2003, 03:05 PM	#23
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	my cheyenne had a grant wheel in it and istead of messing with the horn in the center of the wheel i just went to autozone and bought a universal horn button and hung it from the dash, worked great and as long as the horn works your okay __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

04-19-2003, 04:07 PM	#24
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	i say go with the grant it looks sweet and i have had a few grants with no problems __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

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04-19-2003, 04:39 PM	#25
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	I'll GRANT you this...HEHEHE I have a Grant Wheel and I like mine. Gives the truck a little extra class. Go for it Mudder 67 70cst