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Daaaanz67 · 08-17-2019, 12:50 PM

Subbed for review.

**dflarsen77** · 08-25-2019, 04:51 AM

I was hoping to see someone post a before and after review

**CUSTOM/10** · 08-25-2019, 07:12 AM

I received mine Friday but haven't installed it yet. It didn't seem to be flimsy, looked close to the original and is definitely a bit smaller. If I have time today I'll at least get it installed and possibly get some pics. I've been having trouble getting pics posted from my phone.

Gary

**Rods** · 08-25-2019, 04:18 PM

Ok so picked up my wheels from Tom yesterday.......drove truck today for about a 50 mile Cruze as its been a few weeks.

Got done with that and started in on the removal and install of the wheels.

All I can say is the second I sat in the seat to take truck back out for the wheel test run I immediately noticed the room I seemed to have without the old wheel.

As I cruised around what a difference seems as this should have been the size for the stock wheel all along.

I’m very happy with the wheel and would recommend it.......Ive included a few picks of the wheel installed in my C-20 daily driver I think it looks great......

Get ahold of T-Korinek here on the board he now has them in stock and can hook you up with deal.......

**CUSTOM/10** · 08-25-2019, 06:45 PM

So far I agree with Rods, just can't take mine for a test drive yet. Definitely have more room and the wheel is firm, not flimsy. Rods pics are much better than my crappy cell-phone pics so I didn't bother posting them.

Gary

dfwright · 09-08-2019, 07:12 PM

I am going to highly recommend this new wheel for anyone who:

1) Is a large, overweight person like me
2) Has power steering
3) Likes the stock look

I think this is the best non-original part I've put on the truck. I love it!

**tim71** · 09-08-2019, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dfwright

I am going to highly recommend this new wheel for anyone who:

1) Is a large, overweight person like me
2) Has power steering
3) Likes the stock look

I think this is the best non-original part I've put on the truck. I love it!

Does the wheel bolt on just like the original without the need of any kind of adapter kit?

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-08-2019, 10:04 PM

Yes, no adapter needed!

Astro-Balls · 09-08-2019, 11:01 PM

Will this wheel be a direct for or a '68 also?

68 P.O.S. · 09-09-2019, 11:11 AM

Should be a direct fit, however it's not the correct wheel for 67-68.

Astro-Balls · 09-09-2019, 09:09 PM

Thanks, I know that, I would prefer a smaller wheel.

**tim71** · 04-12-2020, 06:59 PM

Curious if anyone else has went with the 15" wheel? Any more reviews? For those that have, does the Automatic transmission shift lever look awkward sticking out beyond the 15" wheel? I'm really considering this steering wheel, seems like it could add comfort plus it's appearance would better my existing driver+ wheel.

**CUSTOM/10** · 04-13-2020, 06:27 AM

I haven't installed it yet, but I bought a van shifter lever just for that reason.

**HeloCrewChief** · 04-13-2020, 10:38 AM

I usually go with the 69-72 Comfort Grip wheels in my trucks but, decided on the 15” stock reproduction for my Suburban. They’re just too cool to pass up. I don’t feel the shifter sticks out that far and I really like the quality and feel. Will be getting one for my Blazer when the time is right.

**tim71** · 04-13-2020, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeloCrewChief

I usually go with the 69-72 Comfort Grip wheels in my trucks but, decided on the 15” stock reproduction for my Suburban. They’re just too cool to pass up. I don’t feel the shifter sticks out that far and I really like the quality and feel. Will be getting one for my Blazer when the time is right.

Wheel looks real good. I'm thinking that I will purchase a new 15" steering wheel courtesy of the US government stimulus program.

71gmcC15 · 04-14-2020, 10:33 AM

Any one use one with out power steering? I want one but I dont have power steering. It would be a nice complaint to my new tilt column.

harrisoncole4 · 05-29-2020, 09:17 PM

How was the feel of the 15" reproduction wheel vs the standard sized reproductions? Does it feel more sturdy? i would assume they have greatly improved the quality of the full size reproductions over the years as well.

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 05-29-2020, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

I'd like to see pics of one installed.
Hard to beat a 3-spoke cushion grip wheel in these trucks.

Nice wheel.

Astro-Balls · 05-29-2020, 09:57 PM

If they offered a 15" '68 wheel I would buy one, Hint Hint, If you build it, they will buy it..

**KyleSeal** · 11-03-2023, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Astro-Balls

If they offered a 15" '68 wheel I would buy one, Hint Hint, If you build it, they will buy it..

Reviving an old thread, they now offer a 67-68 wheel in 15".

**PbFut** · 11-03-2023, 11:09 AM

Is the grip on this reproduction larger than original? The small grip make my hands ache within minutes. I had to replace my wheel with a Amazon wood. It is too shiny for my taste but my hands don't lock up in me.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 11-03-2023, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PbFut

Is the grip on this reproduction larger than original? The small grip make my hands ache within minutes. I had to replace my wheel with a Amazon wood. It is too shiny for my taste but my hands don't lock up in me.

My wheel is identical aside from the diameter, so the same skinny grip.
Mine came from LMC, but I believe these are all the same.

Casper42 · 11-04-2023, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PbFut

Is the grip on this reproduction larger than original? The small grip make my hands ache within minutes. I had to replace my wheel with a Amazon wood. It is too shiny for my taste but my hands don't lock up in me.

why are you gripping the steering wheel? I think you need to retrain your driving technique. Even under extreme driving the wheel should float within your palm.

08-17-2019, 12:50 PM	#26
Daaaanz67 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Idaho Posts: 857	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Subbed for review.

08-25-2019, 04:51 AM	#27
dflarsen77 Active Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Salida, CA Posts: 177	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels I was hoping to see someone post a before and after review __________________ David Larsen 1970 Chevrolet C-10

08-25-2019, 07:12 AM	#28
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,856	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels I received mine Friday but haven't installed it yet. It didn't seem to be flimsy, looked close to the original and is definitely a bit smaller. If I have time today I'll at least get it installed and possibly get some pics. I've been having trouble getting pics posted from my phone. Gary __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

08-25-2019, 04:18 PM	#29
Rods Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,488	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Ok so picked up my wheels from Tom yesterday.......drove truck today for about a 50 mile Cruze as its been a few weeks. Got done with that and started in on the removal and install of the wheels. All I can say is the second I sat in the seat to take truck back out for the wheel test run I immediately noticed the room I seemed to have without the old wheel. As I cruised around what a difference seems as this should have been the size for the stock wheel all along. I’m very happy with the wheel and would recommend it.......Ive included a few picks of the wheel installed in my C-20 daily driver I think it looks great...... Get ahold of T-Korinek here on the board he now has them in stock and can hook you up with deal....... Attached Images __________________ Az

08-25-2019, 06:45 PM	#30
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,856	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels So far I agree with Rods, just can't take mine for a test drive yet. Definitely have more room and the wheel is firm, not flimsy. Rods pics are much better than my crappy cell-phone pics so I didn't bother posting them. Gary __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

09-08-2019, 07:12 PM	#31
dfwright Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,376	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels I am going to highly recommend this new wheel for anyone who: 1) Is a large, overweight person like me 2) Has power steering 3) Likes the stock look I think this is the best non-original part I've put on the truck. I love it! Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 LWB, 350/350 Deconstruction began 5/2009, mostly completed restoration, 5/2017

09-08-2019, 10:04 PM	#33
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,856	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Yes, no adapter needed! __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

09-08-2019, 11:01 PM	#34
Astro-Balls Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 822	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Will this wheel be a direct for or a '68 also? __________________ 1968 C20 Fleetside 396 4sp PS PB AC CST . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA

09-09-2019, 11:11 AM	#35
68 P.O.S. Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Puyallup, WA Posts: 1,662	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Should be a direct fit, however it's not the correct wheel for 67-68. __________________ 72 C10 lwb fleetside -stock 350/350 combo

09-09-2019, 09:09 PM	#36
Astro-Balls Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 822	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Thanks, I know that, I would prefer a smaller wheel. __________________ 1968 C20 Fleetside 396 4sp PS PB AC CST . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA

04-12-2020, 06:59 PM	#37
tim71 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Brownsburg, IN Posts: 1,109	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Curious if anyone else has went with the 15" wheel? Any more reviews? For those that have, does the Automatic transmission shift lever look awkward sticking out beyond the 15" wheel? I'm really considering this steering wheel, seems like it could add comfort plus it's appearance would better my existing driver+ wheel. __________________ 1972 Blazer Highlander 1971 GMC K1500 SWB (sold) 2004 Corvette Z06 CE

04-13-2020, 06:27 AM	#38
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,856	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels I haven't installed it yet, but I bought a van shifter lever just for that reason. __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

04-13-2020, 10:38 AM	#39
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels I usually go with the 69-72 Comfort Grip wheels in my trucks but, decided on the 15” stock reproduction for my Suburban. They’re just too cool to pass up. I don’t feel the shifter sticks out that far and I really like the quality and feel. Will be getting one for my Blazer when the time is right. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

04-14-2020, 10:33 AM	#41
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Any one use one with out power steering? I want one but I dont have power steering. It would be a nice complaint to my new tilt column. __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

05-29-2020, 09:17 PM	#42
harrisoncole4 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: St.Thomas, ON Posts: 320	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels How was the feel of the 15" reproduction wheel vs the standard sized reproductions? Does it feel more sturdy? i would assume they have greatly improved the quality of the full size reproductions over the years as well. __________________ 1969 K5 Blazer - 507 Light Blue - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=802858



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05-29-2020, 09:57 PM	#44
Astro-Balls Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 822	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels If they offered a 15" '68 wheel I would buy one, Hint Hint, If you build it, they will buy it.. __________________ 1968 C20 Fleetside 396 4sp PS PB AC CST . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA

11-03-2023, 11:09 AM	#46
PbFut Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Ca Posts: 643	Re: Brothers Trucks is now offering 15" stock style steering wheels Is the grip on this reproduction larger than original? The small grip make my hands ache within minutes. I had to replace my wheel with a Amazon wood. It is too shiny for my taste but my hands don't lock up in me.

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