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HeavyMetalChevy · 01-03-2012, 07:54 PM

This thing is SUPER SWEET!!! Do not want to get rid of it but I will building more in the near future...

For future reference...I will shoot whatever color need be you just buy the paint...

$325-$350 Shipped CONUS dependent on cancelling cam, parts, and horn kits

Just acquired a TRUE TRUCK tilt. It will include a brand new OEM turn signal switch with red, chrome, or black flasher and new bearings... Completely blasted, rebuilt, and painted for $450 shipped CONUS it will be of as good of quality as all these featured in this thread

Also have another true truck tilt coming

Buyer to pay fees

Pics below of a 68 no tilt column I just did for member henry3rd

HeavyMetalChevy · 01-03-2012, 07:57 PM

more pics

freakshow108 · 01-03-2012, 08:04 PM

If this is from a 67-72 chevy truck I will take it. Thanks

HeavyMetalChevy · 01-03-2012, 08:19 PM

van tilt but steering shaft is correct for truck..

freakshow108 · 01-03-2012, 08:57 PM

I think ill pass, i have a locoal guy with one out of a truck, thanks.

freakshow108 · 01-03-2012, 10:56 PM

change of heart, I will take it.

HeavyMetalChevy · 01-03-2012, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by freakshow108

I think ill pass, i have a locoal guy with one out of a truck, thanks.

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Originally Posted by freakshow108

change of heart, I will take it.

Thanks buddy... I am assured you will be highly satisfied... Payment received.. I will try my best to have it shipped via UPS tomorrow... I do not have a store here but I schedule pickups. I will keep you posted. I have other parts going out as well and would like to schedule all for pick up same day. I will send you UPS track as soon as it is ready to go... Thanks again

Happy New Year,
Duane

HeavyMetalChevy · 01-03-2012, 11:12 PM

sold to freakshow108... Here it comes!!

72blazr · 01-03-2012, 11:20 PM

Excuse my ignorance. What is the difference between the van and truck tilt. Is it obvious? I put a tilt in my truck and think it was from a van and the only thing I had to change to make it work was the wiring in the column. The van one kept shorting out my lights as the configuration must have been different. Thanks

HeavyMetalChevy · 01-03-2012, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 72blazr

Excuse my ignorance. What is the difference between the van and truck tilt. Is it obvious? I put a tilt in my truck and think it was from a van and the only thing I had to change to make it work was the wiring in the column. The van one kept shorting out my lights as the configuration must have been different. Thanks

Pretty much obv... not really just a little research to do... Longer steer shafts on Vans... neutral switch position on underside of column... Here is an old school throwback courtesy of this site from like 2003.. That is why this forum rocks!!!

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=147927

lot of info here but everyone has their own way of going about things... The short could be a number of problems. I am not an electrician by any means...

72blazr · 01-03-2012, 11:34 PM

Thanks, I am going to have to study this for a while. I agree, forum is the best tool for my restoration.

HeavyMetalChevy · 01-03-2012, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by 72blazr

Thanks, I am going to have to study this for a while. I agree, forum is the best tool for my restoration.

Yeah... I was not trying to come off short with you... Just could be anything when it comes to electrical.. If all your switches and wires hooked up and compatible... kinda weird.. What did you mean by your lights shorting out??? Like blowing bulbs??? Or just sometimes working and sometimes not??? If not working sometimes could be your turn signal switch shorting stuff out now that I think about it...

**jocko** · 01-04-2012, 12:15 AM

not trying to be "short"... with electrical... that's a good one!!!

HeavyMetalChevy · 01-04-2012, 01:13 AM

Hah.. .wondering if any one would catch that... Good luck!

HeavyMetalChevy · 02-19-2012, 10:58 PM

70BigBlock's pics

HeavyMetalChevy · 02-19-2012, 11:03 PM

more

72blazr · 02-19-2012, 11:07 PM

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just got that five years later. Is this the truck tilt u are restoring?
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HeavyMetalChevy · 02-19-2012, 11:23 PM

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just got that five years later. Is this the truck tilt u are restoring?
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I have parts for say...ummm.a few of them!

Yes this is one and I have another blasted and painted up just needs assembled. Also just got another van tilt I thought it was a true truck tilt though!!!

Should have looked it over better. Oh well. They all turn out great and bolt right in.

The first pic group is one, the second pics are another, with a third coming. I also posted the tilt I just got in it's own thread

72blazr · 02-19-2012, 11:33 PM

So is the second one a true truck tilt? Still can't tell the difference yet.
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HeavyMetalChevy · 02-19-2012, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 72blazr

So is the second one a true truck tilt? Still can't tell the difference yet.
Posted via Mobile Device

The only difference between a truck tilt and van is the steering shaft length and the neutral safety switch placement on the outer steering collar itself. Som people are real anal when it come to it and others realize the only person that will ever know is themselves. I doubt anyone is going to get under a dash and be like "hey...that's not a true truck tilt. I modify them to bolt right in to trucks so they are in essence identical to a truck tilt besides the switch position. The vans are located about half way down the column and the trucks are a few inches from the floor.

**special-K** · 02-20-2012, 12:01 PM

The fact that van tilts were used many years later than '72 and had become more common makes truck columns worth much more than van tilts. So,price is one way to tell.There are those who demand true truck tilts and will pay the difference and there are those who are wiling to use van tilts,mostly because they are an economic alternative that appears the same from inside the truck. One way to tell,as with that second one,is by the flasher button and tilt knob being a later design,as well as the shorter shifter. But,a truck tilt could be rebuilt using these later pieces,so you have to go by the shaft end and neutral safety switch location. Your best bet is never assuming and ask the seller which it is.

HeavyMetalChevy · 02-20-2012, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

The fact that van tilts were used many years later than '72 and had become more common makes truck columns worth much more than van tilts. So,price is one way to tell.There are those who demand true truck tilts and will pay the difference and there are those who are wiling to use van tilts,mostly because they are an economic alternative that appears the same from inside the truck. One way to tell,as with that second one,is by the flasher button and tilt knob being a later design,as well as the shorter shifter. But,a truck tilt could be rebuilt using these later pieces,so you have to go by the shaft end and neutral safety switch location. Your best bet is never assuming and ask the seller which it is.

Thanks for the editorial!!!

71Sixer · 02-20-2012, 02:50 PM

What are you asking for the truck tilt column?

HeavyMetalChevy · 02-20-2012, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 71Sixer

What are you asking for the truck tilt column?

These are all restored and modified van and/or rv columns. My other tilt is here... Not restored but very nice shape. And has correct red hazard knob...The intermediate shaft has been collapsed for shaft difference and will bolt right in to our trucks. It is all in excellent working order with nice chrome levers.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=509991

HeavyMetalChevy · 03-02-2012, 01:04 PM

ttt

01-03-2012, 07:54 PM	#1
HeavyMetalChevy Just a Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vevay, IN 47043 remimartin257@aol.com Posts: 4,603	Restored Auto Tilt Column This thing is SUPER SWEET!!! Do not want to get rid of it but I will building more in the near future... For future reference...I will shoot whatever color need be you just buy the paint... $325-$350 Shipped CONUS dependent on cancelling cam, parts, and horn kits Just acquired a TRUE TRUCK tilt. It will include a brand new OEM turn signal switch with red, chrome, or black flasher and new bearings... Completely blasted, rebuilt, and painted for $450 shipped CONUS it will be of as good of quality as all these featured in this thread Also have another true truck tilt coming Buyer to pay fees Pics below of a 68 no tilt column I just did for member henry3rd Attached Images __________________ 72 C-10 Cheyenne 350/350 ALL ORIGINAL 81,158 miles (1st) 69 7/8 ton(s & l) 66 327 short block rebuild.325 hp(2nd) 70 C-20 88 350 long block rebuild .040 bore. forged crank GM ZZ4 Hot Cam 1.5 roller rockers.375hp Aluminum TH400(3rd) 71 SWB frame off with 68 body. POSI PayPal: remimartin257@aol.com Business Inquires: 812 801 5111 "Help me, help you" that's my motto Members met... BuildinA68, jessewebb, daddymoo2, 70STOVEBOLT, irishfan77, feller, fine69, chevytruckguy70, jamie72, Nohatch, 2112, drtydog Last edited by HeavyMetalChevy; 04-02-2012 at 02:30 AM.

01-03-2012, 07:57 PM	#2
HeavyMetalChevy Just a Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vevay, IN 47043 remimartin257@aol.com Posts: 4,603	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column more pics Attached Images __________________ 72 C-10 Cheyenne 350/350 ALL ORIGINAL 81,158 miles (1st) 69 7/8 ton(s & l) 66 327 short block rebuild.325 hp(2nd) 70 C-20 88 350 long block rebuild .040 bore. forged crank GM ZZ4 Hot Cam 1.5 roller rockers.375hp Aluminum TH400(3rd) 71 SWB frame off with 68 body. POSI PayPal: remimartin257@aol.com Business Inquires: 812 801 5111 "Help me, help you" that's my motto Members met... BuildinA68, jessewebb, daddymoo2, 70STOVEBOLT, irishfan77, feller, fine69, chevytruckguy70, jamie72, Nohatch, 2112, drtydog

01-03-2012, 08:04 PM	#3
freakshow108 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Eatonville WA Posts: 296	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column If this is from a 67-72 chevy truck I will take it. Thanks

01-03-2012, 08:19 PM	#4
HeavyMetalChevy Just a Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vevay, IN 47043 remimartin257@aol.com Posts: 4,603	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column van tilt but steering shaft is correct for truck.. __________________ 72 C-10 Cheyenne 350/350 ALL ORIGINAL 81,158 miles (1st) 69 7/8 ton(s & l) 66 327 short block rebuild.325 hp(2nd) 70 C-20 88 350 long block rebuild .040 bore. forged crank GM ZZ4 Hot Cam 1.5 roller rockers.375hp Aluminum TH400(3rd) 71 SWB frame off with 68 body. POSI PayPal: remimartin257@aol.com Business Inquires: 812 801 5111 "Help me, help you" that's my motto Members met... BuildinA68, jessewebb, daddymoo2, 70STOVEBOLT, irishfan77, feller, fine69, chevytruckguy70, jamie72, Nohatch, 2112, drtydog Last edited by HeavyMetalChevy; 01-03-2012 at 09:33 PM.

01-03-2012, 08:57 PM	#5
freakshow108 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Eatonville WA Posts: 296	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column I think ill pass, i have a locoal guy with one out of a truck, thanks.

01-03-2012, 10:56 PM	#6
freakshow108 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Eatonville WA Posts: 296	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column change of heart, I will take it.

01-03-2012, 11:12 PM	#8
HeavyMetalChevy Just a Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vevay, IN 47043 remimartin257@aol.com Posts: 4,603	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column sold to freakshow108... Here it comes!! __________________ 72 C-10 Cheyenne 350/350 ALL ORIGINAL 81,158 miles (1st) 69 7/8 ton(s & l) 66 327 short block rebuild.325 hp(2nd) 70 C-20 88 350 long block rebuild .040 bore. forged crank GM ZZ4 Hot Cam 1.5 roller rockers.375hp Aluminum TH400(3rd) 71 SWB frame off with 68 body. POSI PayPal: remimartin257@aol.com Business Inquires: 812 801 5111 "Help me, help you" that's my motto Members met... BuildinA68, jessewebb, daddymoo2, 70STOVEBOLT, irishfan77, feller, fine69, chevytruckguy70, jamie72, Nohatch, 2112, drtydog

01-03-2012, 11:20 PM	#9
72blazr Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 120	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column Excuse my ignorance. What is the difference between the van and truck tilt. Is it obvious? I put a tilt in my truck and think it was from a van and the only thing I had to change to make it work was the wiring in the column. The van one kept shorting out my lights as the configuration must have been different. Thanks

01-03-2012, 11:34 PM	#11
72blazr Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 120	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column Thanks, I am going to have to study this for a while. I agree, forum is the best tool for my restoration.

01-04-2012, 12:15 AM	#13
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column not trying to be "short"... with electrical... that's a good one!!!

01-04-2012, 01:13 AM	#14
HeavyMetalChevy Just a Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vevay, IN 47043 remimartin257@aol.com Posts: 4,603	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column Hah.. .wondering if any one would catch that... Good luck! __________________ 72 C-10 Cheyenne 350/350 ALL ORIGINAL 81,158 miles (1st) 69 7/8 ton(s & l) 66 327 short block rebuild.325 hp(2nd) 70 C-20 88 350 long block rebuild .040 bore. forged crank GM ZZ4 Hot Cam 1.5 roller rockers.375hp Aluminum TH400(3rd) 71 SWB frame off with 68 body. POSI PayPal: remimartin257@aol.com Business Inquires: 812 801 5111 "Help me, help you" that's my motto Members met... BuildinA68, jessewebb, daddymoo2, 70STOVEBOLT, irishfan77, feller, fine69, chevytruckguy70, jamie72, Nohatch, 2112, drtydog

02-19-2012, 10:58 PM	#15
HeavyMetalChevy Just a Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vevay, IN 47043 remimartin257@aol.com Posts: 4,603	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column 70BigBlock's pics Attached Images __________________ 72 C-10 Cheyenne 350/350 ALL ORIGINAL 81,158 miles (1st) 69 7/8 ton(s & l) 66 327 short block rebuild.325 hp(2nd) 70 C-20 88 350 long block rebuild .040 bore. forged crank GM ZZ4 Hot Cam 1.5 roller rockers.375hp Aluminum TH400(3rd) 71 SWB frame off with 68 body. POSI PayPal: remimartin257@aol.com Business Inquires: 812 801 5111 "Help me, help you" that's my motto Members met... BuildinA68, jessewebb, daddymoo2, 70STOVEBOLT, irishfan77, feller, fine69, chevytruckguy70, jamie72, Nohatch, 2112, drtydog

02-19-2012, 11:03 PM	#16
HeavyMetalChevy Just a Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vevay, IN 47043 remimartin257@aol.com Posts: 4,603	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column more Attached Images __________________ 72 C-10 Cheyenne 350/350 ALL ORIGINAL 81,158 miles (1st) 69 7/8 ton(s & l) 66 327 short block rebuild.325 hp(2nd) 70 C-20 88 350 long block rebuild .040 bore. forged crank GM ZZ4 Hot Cam 1.5 roller rockers.375hp Aluminum TH400(3rd) 71 SWB frame off with 68 body. POSI PayPal: remimartin257@aol.com Business Inquires: 812 801 5111 "Help me, help you" that's my motto Members met... BuildinA68, jessewebb, daddymoo2, 70STOVEBOLT, irishfan77, feller, fine69, chevytruckguy70, jamie72, Nohatch, 2112, drtydog Last edited by HeavyMetalChevy; 02-19-2012 at 11:06 PM. Reason: pics

02-19-2012, 11:07 PM	#17
72blazr Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 120	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column SHORT [size=1]Posted via Mobile Device[/size just got that five years later. Is this the truck tilt u are restoring? Posted via Mobile Device

02-19-2012, 11:33 PM	#19
72blazr Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 120	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column So is the second one a true truck tilt? Still can't tell the difference yet. Posted via Mobile Device



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02-20-2012, 12:01 PM	#21
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column The fact that van tilts were used many years later than '72 and had become more common makes truck columns worth much more than van tilts. So,price is one way to tell.There are those who demand true truck tilts and will pay the difference and there are those who are wiling to use van tilts,mostly because they are an economic alternative that appears the same from inside the truck. One way to tell,as with that second one,is by the flasher button and tilt knob being a later design,as well as the shorter shifter. But,a truck tilt could be rebuilt using these later pieces,so you have to go by the shaft end and neutral safety switch location. Your best bet is never assuming and ask the seller which it is. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-20-2012, 02:50 PM	#23
71Sixer Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fenton, MO Posts: 151	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column What are you asking for the truck tilt column?

03-02-2012, 01:04 PM	#25
HeavyMetalChevy Just a Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vevay, IN 47043 remimartin257@aol.com Posts: 4,603	Re: Restored Auto Tilt Column ttt __________________ 72 C-10 Cheyenne 350/350 ALL ORIGINAL 81,158 miles (1st) 69 7/8 ton(s & l) 66 327 short block rebuild.325 hp(2nd) 70 C-20 88 350 long block rebuild .040 bore. forged crank GM ZZ4 Hot Cam 1.5 roller rockers.375hp Aluminum TH400(3rd) 71 SWB frame off with 68 body. POSI PayPal: remimartin257@aol.com Business Inquires: 812 801 5111 "Help me, help you" that's my motto Members met... BuildinA68, jessewebb, daddymoo2, 70STOVEBOLT, irishfan77, feller, fine69, chevytruckguy70, jamie72, Nohatch, 2112, drtydog

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