New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

72Levi · 12-03-2008, 10:42 AM

I picked up a factory tilt for my Blazer that has a 4speed and I finally got a chance to install it. I also went ahead and ordered the wood steering wheel. I've always liked this style with the wood and bowtie emblem. The horn was a bit of a PIA but I got it working. It looks great and next is a factory AM/FM radio I picked up. This is a nice hobby, it sure relieves the stress of the real world

**Thealien** · 12-03-2008, 10:56 AM

Looks great, tilt is my next addition.

**jaros44sr** · 12-03-2008, 11:12 AM

Looks great, any more info on the install...got a tilt in the basement. Didn't want to take anything else apart, before I get it on the road.

Was it a direct install, with no surprises?

72Levi · 12-03-2008, 11:15 AM

Yes it was a direct install, very easy, I just took off the clamp near the firewall and it pulled right off. I thought it would be a PIA after being in there for 36+ years, but it easily came off. Adapting the new horn contact to work was more work than anything else. I LOVE this steering wheel, not to mention the tilt

It came down to 15" from the stock 17" wheel and it looks great.

vtblazer · 12-10-2008, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72Levi

It came down to 15" from the stock 17" wheel

Loosing the 2" diameter makes a huge difference IMO, definitely an upgrade.

Looks great!

clean cut creations · 12-03-2008, 11:18 AM

Please explain the horn install with the Grant adapter. I am installing the same wheel and I am confused about which parts get replaced/reused and how the turn signals are canceled with the tilt and wood wheel.

Jtrux · 12-03-2008, 11:25 AM

I was wondering when you were gonna post about this. Looks good, now drive over here and work on my blazer.

Big J · 12-03-2008, 11:49 AM

WOW! Very sharp.

sdailey · 12-03-2008, 11:56 AM

Very nice. That's the same setup I'm plan on installing in my '69 K10.

72Levi · 12-03-2008, 06:34 PM

Yes the horn is a bit complicated. I used the Grant horn kit but you must use parts from the existing horn and from the kit. I probably should have done a faq but I had to finish it that day. I do remember that I did cut the Grant white plastic tube and had to cut their spring. I then used the existing horn contact, its been a few weeks since I did it so this info is probably not much help to you. As for the turn signals, I simply used all of the existing hardware and it works fine. Jtrux, I'll come over so we can finish it!

bama51 · 12-04-2008, 10:28 AM

Looks great. I have that same wheel and I think it looks great on these trucks. Funny how many people will look at my truck with its custom interior and comment on the steering wheel (cheapest upgrade I've made).

65-72 chevytoys · 12-04-2008, 11:59 AM

That looks nice and goes well with the interior color.

70 Suburban · 12-04-2008, 12:06 PM

could you post the info on where you got that wheel. I have a grant billit and wood wheel but i like yours better

Jtrux · 12-04-2008, 12:16 PM

LMC has them.

70 Suburban · 12-04-2008, 01:29 PM

Thanks i havent orderd one of ther catalogs in ages

Slick71 · 12-06-2008, 04:10 PM

Love the new wheel...classic yet new!

BLUE THUNDER · 12-07-2008, 02:49 AM

Lookin good Richard. That is the same steering wheel that I am gonna put on mine. Sweet dude!! Later, Mario

**Yukon Jack** · 12-07-2008, 10:27 AM

Nice upgrade!

72Levi · 12-07-2008, 11:33 PM

Thanks all, I def recommend this upgrade.

Wootdog · 12-08-2008, 11:16 PM

nice
Kerry

BLUE THUNDER · 02-08-2009, 09:27 PM

Hey Richard, what's up. I'm gonna need your help installing the steering wheel on Ol' Yeller if not busy. I even picked me up a tilt column today too. Let me know. Later.

KY Colonel · 01-15-2012, 03:49 AM

Hey thanks for posting about your steering wheel! I've been on the computer all night trying to figure out which wood to get hahaha and what size. Anyway, thanks to your posted pic I'm going with my original thought, I think you picked a winner.
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rsavage · 01-16-2012, 12:01 AM

Looks great. I just installed the same wheel in my Blazer.

12-03-2008, 10:42 AM	#1
72Levi Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: sa tx Posts: 851	New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) I picked up a factory tilt for my Blazer that has a 4speed and I finally got a chance to install it. I also went ahead and ordered the wood steering wheel. I've always liked this style with the wood and bowtie emblem. The horn was a bit of a PIA but I got it working. It looks great and next is a factory AM/FM radio I picked up. This is a nice hobby, it sure relieves the stress of the real world Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer ALL ORIGINAL paint & engine, A/C, Tilt, 4sp, AM/FM, Tow Hooks, Aux Battery Tray, Tach, Vacuum 2004 FORD FX4 SuperCrew 2005 CTS-V 12 sec family car 2008 Buick Enclave AWD, Nav, & DVD, Wife LOVES it! Last edited by 72Levi; 12-03-2008 at 10:43 AM.

12-03-2008, 10:56 AM	#2
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,135	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Looks great, tilt is my next addition.

12-03-2008, 11:12 AM	#3
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,768	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Looks great, any more info on the install...got a tilt in the basement. Didn't want to take anything else apart, before I get it on the road. Was it a direct install, with no surprises? __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

12-03-2008, 11:15 AM	#4
72Levi Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: sa tx Posts: 851	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Yes it was a direct install, very easy, I just took off the clamp near the firewall and it pulled right off. I thought it would be a PIA after being in there for 36+ years, but it easily came off. Adapting the new horn contact to work was more work than anything else. I LOVE this steering wheel, not to mention the tilt It came down to 15" from the stock 17" wheel and it looks great. __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer ALL ORIGINAL paint & engine, A/C, Tilt, 4sp, AM/FM, Tow Hooks, Aux Battery Tray, Tach, Vacuum 2004 FORD FX4 SuperCrew 2005 CTS-V 12 sec family car 2008 Buick Enclave AWD, Nav, & DVD, Wife LOVES it! Last edited by 72Levi; 12-03-2008 at 11:16 AM.

12-03-2008, 11:18 AM	#6
clean cut creations Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: st louis MO Posts: 60	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Please explain the horn install with the Grant adapter. I am installing the same wheel and I am confused about which parts get replaced/reused and how the turn signals are canceled with the tilt and wood wheel. __________________ Don't tell me what you're gonna do...SHOW me what you've DONE!!! Click here for the TRUTH... Last edited by clean cut creations; 12-03-2008 at 11:19 AM.

12-03-2008, 11:25 AM	#7
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) I was wondering when you were gonna post about this. Looks good, now drive over here and work on my blazer. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

12-03-2008, 11:49 AM	#8
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) WOW! Very sharp. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

12-03-2008, 11:56 AM	#9
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Very nice. That's the same setup I'm plan on installing in my '69 K10. __________________ Shannon

12-03-2008, 06:34 PM	#10
72Levi Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: sa tx Posts: 851	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Yes the horn is a bit complicated. I used the Grant horn kit but you must use parts from the existing horn and from the kit. I probably should have done a faq but I had to finish it that day. I do remember that I did cut the Grant white plastic tube and had to cut their spring. I then used the existing horn contact, its been a few weeks since I did it so this info is probably not much help to you. As for the turn signals, I simply used all of the existing hardware and it works fine. Jtrux, I'll come over so we can finish it! __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer ALL ORIGINAL paint & engine, A/C, Tilt, 4sp, AM/FM, Tow Hooks, Aux Battery Tray, Tach, Vacuum 2004 FORD FX4 SuperCrew 2005 CTS-V 12 sec family car 2008 Buick Enclave AWD, Nav, & DVD, Wife LOVES it! Last edited by 72Levi; 12-03-2008 at 10:44 PM.

12-04-2008, 10:28 AM	#11
bama51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 140	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Looks great. I have that same wheel and I think it looks great on these trucks. Funny how many people will look at my truck with its custom interior and comment on the steering wheel (cheapest upgrade I've made).

12-04-2008, 11:59 AM	#12
65-72 chevytoys Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wesley Chapel, Florida Posts: 1,113	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) That looks nice and goes well with the interior color. __________________ 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500LS SWB 5.3L 2004 Corvette Z16 #770 Wish I had not sold 72 blazer

12-04-2008, 12:06 PM	#13
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) could you post the info on where you got that wheel. I have a grant billit and wood wheel but i like yours better

12-04-2008, 12:16 PM	#14
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) LMC has them. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

12-04-2008, 01:29 PM	#15
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Thanks i havent orderd one of ther catalogs in ages

12-06-2008, 04:10 PM	#16
Slick71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Savannah, MO. Posts: 513	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Love the new wheel...classic yet new! __________________ 1972 Chevy Blazer 4X4 Savannah, MO. www.thefarmatadair.com



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12-07-2008, 02:49 AM	#17
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Lookin good Richard. That is the same steering wheel that I am gonna put on mine. Sweet dude!! Later, Mario

12-07-2008, 10:27 AM	#18
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Nice upgrade! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-07-2008, 11:33 PM	#19
72Levi Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: sa tx Posts: 851	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Thanks all, I def recommend this upgrade. __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer ALL ORIGINAL paint & engine, A/C, Tilt, 4sp, AM/FM, Tow Hooks, Aux Battery Tray, Tach, Vacuum 2004 FORD FX4 SuperCrew 2005 CTS-V 12 sec family car 2008 Buick Enclave AWD, Nav, & DVD, Wife LOVES it!

12-08-2008, 11:16 PM	#20
Wootdog Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va, USA Posts: 1,684	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) nice Kerry __________________ 1967 C10 Got it back after three years Boy I sure missed Peppy 1969 Chevelle 1990 IROC Z Convertible 2002 Silverado LT

02-08-2009, 09:27 PM	#21
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Hey Richard, what's up. I'm gonna need your help installing the steering wheel on Ol' Yeller if not busy. I even picked me up a tilt column today too. Let me know. Later.

01-15-2012, 03:49 AM	#22
KY Colonel Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Georgetown, KY Posts: 45	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Hey thanks for posting about your steering wheel! I've been on the computer all night trying to figure out which wood to get hahaha and what size. Anyway, thanks to your posted pic I'm going with my original thought, I think you picked a winner. Posted via Mobile Device

01-16-2012, 12:01 AM	#23
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: New Wood Steering Wheel Before and After pics + Tilt :) Looks great. I just installed the same wheel in my Blazer. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

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