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Old 08-01-2008, 08:51 AM   #1
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Tilt Column Signal Lever

I did a quick search and didnt find the exact info I needed. Ive got a tilt column out of an '80 that was shipped to me with the levers detached and Im wondering how to reattach the cruise/signal lever.

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Old 08-01-2008, 11:14 AM   #2
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Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

With the wheel off. Remove the lock-plate. You'll want a lock plate tool. Worth the money to avoid the 2 screwdriver snap-ring drama. You'll see right where to attach the lever. Just remember to thread your cruise wire down thru the column and plug it in.

Re-assemble.

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Old 08-01-2008, 11:22 AM   #3
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Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

Thanks for the info Dave.
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Old 08-02-2008, 01:04 AM   #4
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Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

I picked up the tool at the store and had it fixed up in about 5 minutes.
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Old 08-04-2008, 06:56 PM   #5
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Cool Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

BTO -

That tool almost makes you WANT to work on the column!

Glad it was so easy.

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Old 08-04-2008, 07:13 PM   #6
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Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

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I picked up the tool at the store and had it fixed up in about 5 minutes.
which one did you get ??
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Old 08-04-2008, 09:26 PM   #7
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Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

Im not sure of the brand but it was a lock plate removal tool from the local parts store...around $20.
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Old 08-06-2008, 04:33 PM   #8
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Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

Buy one, you will use more than once in your life. Mine fits many different column threads and sizes.

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Old 08-06-2008, 05:25 PM   #9
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Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

HF = Harbor Freight (discount "chinese" made tools) good when your in a pinch!
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Old 08-06-2008, 05:51 PM   #10
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Re: Tilt Column Signal Lever

I made my own lock plate remover check this... and here's a forum for GM tilt steering removal....

http://www.buickperformance.com/tilt...lumnwobble.htm
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Old 08-06-2008, 05:57 PM   #11
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I made my own lock plate remover check this... and here's a forum for GM tilt steering removal....

http://www.buickperformance.com/tilt...lumnwobble.htm
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Old 08-06-2008, 10:17 PM   #12
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HF = Harbor Freight (discount "chinese" made tools) good when your in a pinch!
Thanks! That is an awesome post for the column teardown and rebuild

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