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75silverstep · 02-16-2011, 12:24 AM

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...

lindstromjd · 02-16-2011, 10:52 AM

You could always use an old Corvette column instead... they're telescopic/tilt.

Goats86 · 02-16-2011, 11:42 PM

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

75silverstep · 02-17-2011, 12:17 AM

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.

**N2TRUX** · 02-17-2011, 11:40 AM

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.

Anadrol · 02-17-2011, 05:36 PM

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.

WigglesTheHoly · 02-17-2011, 07:10 PM

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.

*lakeroadster* · 02-17-2011, 07:18 PM

You can gain some space by using a flat (non-dished) aftermarket steering wheel. That's what I did on my 65.

75silverstep · 02-17-2011, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

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.

Thnx everyone...I have a smaller wheel on it already so ill keep looking and trying..n2trux time for a new photoshopped avatar haha...

02-16-2011, 12:24 AM	#1
75silverstep KEEP ON TRUCKIN. Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: TULARE,CALIFORNIA Posts: 604	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... __________________ 1975 C-10 STEPSIDE (ALMOST DONE AGAIN)90 percent done wheres that other 10 haha .1994 GMC Z71 .

02-16-2011, 10:52 AM	#2
lindstromjd Gentleman Jim owner x2 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: West Des Moines, IA Posts: 464	Re: steering wheel to close... You could always use an old Corvette column instead... they're telescopic/tilt. __________________ 1975 GMC Gentleman Jim #1 -357 / 700r4 1975 GMC Gentleman Jim #2 -350 / TH350

02-16-2011, 11:42 PM	#3
Goats86 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Waxahachie, Texas Posts: 144	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

02-17-2011, 12:17 AM	#4
75silverstep KEEP ON TRUCKIN. Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: TULARE,CALIFORNIA Posts: 604	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. __________________ 1975 C-10 STEPSIDE (ALMOST DONE AGAIN)90 percent done wheres that other 10 haha .1994 GMC Z71 .

02-17-2011, 11:40 AM	#5
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	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. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

02-17-2011, 05:36 PM	#6
Anadrol Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Indy Posts: 151	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.

02-17-2011, 07:10 PM	#7
WigglesTheHoly IT Guy/ Father/ Chevy lover Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hoisington, KS Posts: 568	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. __________________ 78 Chevy (Pictures) SOLD 79 Chevy LWB (pasture) 83 Chevy LWB (crushed rusted beyond repair) 02 TrailBlazer SOLD 03 VW Passat wagonSOLD 95 extended cab silveradoSOLD (still in family) 05 Crew Cab Silverado 5.3 (The Turd) WTB: 66 El camino Technology Specialist aspiring to be a gear head.

02-17-2011, 07:18 PM	#8
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	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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