67 Ramp got a tilt

[Andy4639]

I finally got around to installing the tilt column into the ramp today.

A friend let me barrow his shop to do the work. I got all the old steering column out and the newer tilt installed with 2 minor problems but hopefully tomorrow they will be covered. I forgot to order a turn signal cam for it and the column rubber boot for the fire wall. I got to order them.
I took the old out and installed the tilt to get my measurements then I cut the DD to fit. Was simple enough. reinstalled the rag joint then slid the column in and tightened down the union and then put all the inside pieces back.

[Andy4639]

I used a chop saw to cut the DD off with then cleaned it up good and it slid right in. I didn't crush the pin's either and moved the wheel about a inch are so closer to the dash. I could go further but it didn't feel right but I can always move it later.
I just put the wheel back on to see how it felt until I get the turn signal cam.

In another post which I had forgotten who posted it I remembered it when I hooked up the wiring harness to the column and the horn started blowing. I fixed it with a small piece of paper.
I also took the turn signal lever and put t in the vise and bent it straight out.

[dozerbill72]

What did you use to fill the hole where the shifter was? I'm getting ready to do the same thing on a four speed truck.

Thanks, Bill

[Andy4639]

Originally Posted by dozerbill72

What did you use to fill the hole where the shifter was? I'm getting ready to do the same thing on a four speed truck.

Thanks, Bill

Here is my thread on shaving the column.
I used plumbers roll to fill the holes and sanded it down. It dries hard and is sandable after 24 hrs of drying.


http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=760936

[dozerbill72]

Thank you.