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02-16-2011, 12:24 AM
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KEEP ON TRUCKIN.
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: TULARE,CALIFORNIA
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steering wheel to close...
Anyone know how to get the steering column closer to the instrument panel... ive got a tilt out of a monte carlo i believe now ..dont know if they are longer or closer to the driver then any others i could use... thanks for the help...
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02-16-2011, 10:52 AM
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Gentleman Jim owner x2
 
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: West Des Moines, IA
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Re: steering wheel to close...
You could always use an old Corvette column instead... they're telescopic/tilt.
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02-16-2011, 11:42 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Waxahachie, Texas
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Re: steering wheel to close...
I cut mine down 2 inches. No problems about 4 hours modding brackets etc. I lucked out on the reverse light switch since I am using a 4L60E, it has the reverse switch on it
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02-17-2011, 12:17 AM
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KEEP ON TRUCKIN.
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Re: steering wheel to close...
I was thinking about that wasnt sure if i cut and moved the brackets if that was an option .. I feel like im arm tied .haha just trying to get more room thnx.
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02-17-2011, 11:40 AM
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Location: Cypress, TX
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Re: steering wheel to close...
I'll try to look later, but I think there is a post in the FAQ forum about this. I know its a concern on the 67-72 and has been done.
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02-17-2011, 05:36 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Indy
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Re: steering wheel to close...
I went through this last year. If you check my post history, you can read my whole journey.
My end result was 1. Buy a smaller steering wheel - 13" diameter or there abouts. Makes a huge difference. 2. Bought a column from the good folks at Ididit. Gives you about 3 extra inches. |
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02-17-2011, 10:26 PM
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Re: steering wheel to close...
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02-17-2011, 07:10 PM
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IT Guy/ Father/ Chevy lover
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Hoisington, KS
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Re: steering wheel to close...
I'm going the losing some weight route myself lol. I'm a short fat guy doctor said lose some weight so it will save me some cash as well.
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02-17-2011, 07:18 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: High Plains of Colorado
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Re: steering wheel to close...
You can gain some space by using a flat (non-dished) aftermarket steering wheel. That's what I did on my 65.
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