Steering Column Mount to Dash?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Bean Counter · 09-14-2014, 08:36 AM

I need help AGAIN! I've started trying to re-install my steering column. No problem with the firewall mount but I've gone totally brain-dead on the dash. I have the two metal brackets that bolt up to the bottom of the dash, one underneath and the one where the instrument panel is - but even after tightening these the column is sitting loosely at least 1/4" to 1/2" below the rounded fitting in the dash. Of course, I didn't take pics when I pulled it out

so I can't remember if there was another piece that helped sandwich the column securely between those brackets and the dash. Any help - pics or otherwise - would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,
David

1972BlueC20 · 09-14-2014, 09:13 AM

Do you have the black rubber donut piece that goes around the column and fills the gap between the column and where it touches the cutout in the bottom of the gauge cluster bezel?

**70shortfleet** · 09-14-2014, 09:22 AM

Take a picture and show us what you have

Bean Counter · 09-14-2014, 09:52 AM

Here are some pics of what I have. I took everything apart about 5 years ago and THOUGHT that I had bagged/tagged everything. Apparently, my organizational skills are on par with my powers of recollection. Apologies for the pics being oriented wrong.

**70shortfleet** · 09-14-2014, 05:55 PM

There is a U shaped bracket that is above the large square bracket that has the rubber stop pad for your brake pedal. That is the bracket that holds it tight, is that bracket there?

Andy4639 · 09-14-2014, 06:02 PM

You have to take the brake stop plate back off and the black trim piece. Look under the dash above the square brake plate. A u shaped bracket goes around the column and bolts into the under side of the dash.

**LockDoc** · 09-14-2014, 09:53 PM

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Here are the brackets you should have....

LockDoc

Bean Counter · 09-15-2014, 05:36 AM

Thank you all! It's the bracket on the left of Lockdoc's pic that I've misplaced - but since I never throw anything away I know it has to be around. And now that I know what it looks like, the search will be much easier.

I really appreciate the help.
David

**LockDoc** · 09-15-2014, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bean Counter

Thank you all! It's the bracket on the left of Lockdoc's pic that I've misplaced - but since I never throw anything away I know it has to be around. And now that I know what it looks like, the search will be much easier.

I really appreciate the help.
David

Let us know if you don't find it....

LockDoc

Bean Counter · 09-28-2014, 08:20 AM

Thanks for the help everyone. I FINALLY located a spare bracket on the pedal assembly from a donor cab

. Haven't found the original bracket yet. When I do this again, I'm going to take a picture every time I breathe and have a separate, labelled box for every assembly.

David

**LockDoc** · 09-28-2014, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bean Counter

Thanks for the help everyone. I FINALLY located a spare bracket on the pedal assembly from a donor cab

. Haven't found the original bracket yet. When I do this again, I'm going to take a picture every time I breathe and have a separate, labelled box for every assembly.

David

Glad you got it together. I used to take all kinds of pictures but I have had so many of them apart over the years that I don't need to do that any more....

LockDoc

57taskforce · 09-28-2014, 05:06 PM

Where does the black piece go? I bought my truck with the column hardware missing and I've acquired the plate and u strap but have not seen the black plate till now. If someone could post a pic of it all together that would be awesome!

**LockDoc** · 09-28-2014, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 57taskforce

Where does the black piece go? I bought my truck with the column hardware missing and I've acquired the plate and u strap but have not seen the black plate till now. If someone could post a pic of it all together that would be awesome!

I don't have a pic but after all the other pieces are bolted on this goes under the dash and the "U" shaped part fits up around the rubber collar at the instrument panel....

LockDoc

57taskforce · 09-29-2014, 01:08 PM

Ok. Thanks for that. Putting together what someone else took Part with all pieces missing can be challenging. If any one has a pic that would be great.

**lawest** · 03-16-2016, 09:39 PM

This site is amazing! The exact thing happened to me and I found this thread with a search for 'steering column mount'. Great information even though it was 2 years ago.

snipescastle2 · 03-17-2016, 10:23 AM

I feel your pain! Try putting together a complete "Basket Case" I literally, had to put every single piece of this truck back together, and what was missing or damaged (not very much) I searched for good used parts where I could find them, or settled for some small repro parts.
I'm hoping to fire it up tomorrow for the first time! I still have to install the bulk of the exterior
trim, and the door windows/door panels, but, I have my priorities!
Have a good one!
Ben Smith

30 a truck · 03-17-2016, 12:16 PM

I ask the same question about 2 months ago. My truck was completely disassembled when I bought it. PO just threw everything in boxes, nothing labeled or marked in any way. This gang sure helped me start to get mine back together.

justin_nelson · 09-27-2016, 10:30 PM

Sorry for reviving old thread......Are these brackets year specific or are they same across the board for 67-72. Also, are they the same for auto vs 3 speed on column? I have a 68 3 speed on column and I have located some brackets off of a 71 auto. Will they work?

**LockDoc** · 09-27-2016, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by justin_nelson

Sorry for reviving old thread......Are these brackets year specific or are they same across the board for 67-72. Also, are they the same for auto vs 3 speed on column? I have a 68 3 speed on column and I have located some brackets off of a 71 auto. Will they work?

No they are not all the same. The '67 and '68 brackets are different because the emergency brake handle bolts to the bracket in those two years. The '69-'72 are all the same and the only difference as far as the transmissions would be that the automatic pedal stop bracket would have one rubber pedal stop pad and the manual would have two. You can't see the rectangular holes for the rubber pads in the picture.

LockDoc.

justin_nelson · 09-27-2016, 10:59 PM

Ok. Great. Thank you for your help!

**LockDoc** · 09-27-2016, 11:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by justin_nelson

Ok. Great. Thank you for your help!

No problem.

LockDoc

Theboatandcarman · 04-12-2017, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LockDoc

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Here are the brackets you should have....

LockDoc

ok. the only bracket i do have is the one on the left! any mounted up photos please?

El Dorado Jim · 04-12-2017, 09:35 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...unts+installed these are all the pieces you need

09-14-2014, 08:36 AM	#1
Bean Counter Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Conyers, GA Posts: 29	Steering Column Mount to Dash?? I need help AGAIN! I've started trying to re-install my steering column. No problem with the firewall mount but I've gone totally brain-dead on the dash. I have the two metal brackets that bolt up to the bottom of the dash, one underneath and the one where the instrument panel is - but even after tightening these the column is sitting loosely at least 1/4" to 1/2" below the rounded fitting in the dash. Of course, I didn't take pics when I pulled it out so I can't remember if there was another piece that helped sandwich the column securely between those brackets and the dash. Any help - pics or otherwise - would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, David __________________ David Next project - 1953 Chevy 150 2 Dr Sedan. https://www.chevytalk.org/fusionbb/s...hp?tid/355913/

09-14-2014, 09:13 AM	#2
1972BlueC20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 722	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Do you have the black rubber donut piece that goes around the column and fills the gap between the column and where it touches the cutout in the bottom of the gauge cluster bezel? __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne Custom Camper LWB - 350 / 330 HP GM Crate - TH350 / Mild Shift Kit - Dark Blue / Medium Blue - Paint Code 559

09-14-2014, 09:22 AM	#3
70shortfleet Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: St.Peters, MO Posts: 2,240	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Take a picture and show us what you have

09-14-2014, 09:52 AM	#4
Bean Counter Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Conyers, GA Posts: 29	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Here are some pics of what I have. I took everything apart about 5 years ago and THOUGHT that I had bagged/tagged everything. Apparently, my organizational skills are on par with my powers of recollection. Apologies for the pics being oriented wrong. Attached Images __________________ David Next project - 1953 Chevy 150 2 Dr Sedan. https://www.chevytalk.org/fusionbb/s...hp?tid/355913/

09-14-2014, 05:55 PM	#5
70shortfleet Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: St.Peters, MO Posts: 2,240	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? There is a U shaped bracket that is above the large square bracket that has the rubber stop pad for your brake pedal. That is the bracket that holds it tight, is that bracket there?

09-14-2014, 06:02 PM	#6
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? You have to take the brake stop plate back off and the black trim piece. Look under the dash above the square brake plate. A u shaped bracket goes around the column and bolts into the under side of the dash. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-14-2014, 09:53 PM	#7
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,803	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? - Here are the brackets you should have.... LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

09-15-2014, 05:36 AM	#8
Bean Counter Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Conyers, GA Posts: 29	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Thank you all! It's the bracket on the left of Lockdoc's pic that I've misplaced - but since I never throw anything away I know it has to be around. And now that I know what it looks like, the search will be much easier. I really appreciate the help. David __________________ David Next project - 1953 Chevy 150 2 Dr Sedan. https://www.chevytalk.org/fusionbb/s...hp?tid/355913/

09-28-2014, 08:20 AM	#10
Bean Counter Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Conyers, GA Posts: 29	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Thanks for the help everyone. I FINALLY located a spare bracket on the pedal assembly from a donor cab . Haven't found the original bracket yet. When I do this again, I'm going to take a picture every time I breathe and have a separate, labelled box for every assembly. David __________________ David Next project - 1953 Chevy 150 2 Dr Sedan. https://www.chevytalk.org/fusionbb/s...hp?tid/355913/

09-28-2014, 05:06 PM	#12
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Land of Entrapment Posts: 6,498	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Where does the black piece go? I bought my truck with the column hardware missing and I've acquired the plate and u strap but have not seen the black plate till now. If someone could post a pic of it all together that would be awesome! __________________ 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

09-29-2014, 01:08 PM	#14
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Land of Entrapment Posts: 6,498	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Ok. Thanks for that. Putting together what someone else took Part with all pieces missing can be challenging. If any one has a pic that would be great. __________________ 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

03-16-2016, 09:39 PM	#15
lawest Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Tuttle, OK Posts: 205	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? This site is amazing! The exact thing happened to me and I found this thread with a search for 'steering column mount'. Great information even though it was 2 years ago. __________________ 69 K10 SWB Project Dream '69 2011 K2500 Silverado Beat to fit, Paint to match Dream '69 Build Thread

03-17-2016, 10:23 AM	#16
snipescastle2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: WARRENSBURG,MISSOURI,64093 Posts: 1,518	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? I feel your pain! Try putting together a complete "Basket Case" I literally, had to put every single piece of this truck back together, and what was missing or damaged (not very much) I searched for good used parts where I could find them, or settled for some small repro parts. I'm hoping to fire it up tomorrow for the first time! I still have to install the bulk of the exterior trim, and the door windows/door panels, but, I have my priorities! Have a good one! Ben Smith

03-17-2016, 12:16 PM	#17
30 a truck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Cowpens S.C. Posts: 138	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? I ask the same question about 2 months ago. My truck was completely disassembled when I bought it. PO just threw everything in boxes, nothing labeled or marked in any way. This gang sure helped me start to get mine back together.

09-27-2016, 10:30 PM	#18
justin_nelson Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brooksville, FL Posts: 35	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Sorry for reviving old thread......Are these brackets year specific or are they same across the board for 67-72. Also, are they the same for auto vs 3 speed on column? I have a 68 3 speed on column and I have located some brackets off of a 71 auto. Will they work?



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09-27-2016, 10:59 PM	#20
justin_nelson Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brooksville, FL Posts: 35	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? Ok. Great. Thank you for your help!

04-12-2017, 09:35 PM	#23
El Dorado Jim Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: El Dorado Ca Posts: 3,374	Re: Steering Column Mount to Dash?? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...unts+installed these are all the pieces you need

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