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parb · 10-27-2018, 08:03 PM

Hi all,

As many of you know i'm in the process of finishing up the frame off restoration of my 72 GMC Jimmy. The truck was mostly stock but had an aftermarket steering wheel on it. That steering wheel isn't right for this truck (see picture).

I'm looking for inspiration. What steering wheel do you think i should put on the truck? My truck is mostly stock, its been repainted in the original color. there is no lift. I put in leather instead of vinyl seats and i'm reupholstering the doors in brown leather, but it is made to mimic the stock look. I'm using orange seatbelts rather than white to give it a little bit of custom look.

I have heard many talking up the chevelle 15" steering wheel with a softgrip on it. I'm considering that. What other ideas do you think i should consider? Pictures are worth a thousand words!!!

Thanks all!

**truckster** · 10-27-2018, 09:10 PM

Is the Chevelle wheel a 3-spoke? I do like the look of those.

parb · 10-27-2018, 11:22 PM

Yes, its a 3 spoke. polished aluminum.

I also like the rosewood 15" steering wheels that you see in many of the 67-72 truck catalogs.

**truckster** · 10-28-2018, 11:47 AM

You're going to have a very nice rig once you're done.

parb · 10-28-2018, 12:25 PM

Thanks! I see you're in orem, i travel there semi frequently. My brother lives on traverse mountain, just above the outlets in Lehi. I hope i get to bring my truck by his house one day.

Mike C · 10-29-2018, 08:20 AM

As mentioned above, the 69-72 GM “Comfort Grip” steering wheel. Buy a 67-68 Camaro installation kit which fits the smaller diameter columns before they had the ignition in the column. I have them in my Camaro, my ‘69 short step, and even in my CJ-5!

That or an ‘88-‘94 truck with either “Chevrolet” or “GMC” on the horn button depending on the flavor of your truck. If you like a larger diameter wheel, this is the way to go.

**A1971Blazer** · 10-29-2018, 08:32 AM

Never came on a K/5....but period correct...just an idea
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parb · 10-29-2018, 09:16 AM

A1971blazer, that steering wheel looks really nice. I only wish I could get a GMC horn cap or even a blank cap instead of the bowtie. Any ideas?

**A1971Blazer** · 10-29-2018, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by parb

A1971blazer, that steering wheel looks really nice. I only wish I could get a GMC horn cap or even a blank cap instead of the bowtie. Any ideas?

I never thought about a GMC horn button....?
I suppose there isn't one available...
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1970-1973-S...3:pf:0&vxp=mtr

Blazer690 · 10-29-2018, 09:48 AM

All of my trucks have this Chevett steering wheel

parb · 10-29-2018, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by A1971Blazer

I never thought about a GMC horn button....?
I suppose there isn't one available...
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1970-1973-S...3:pf:0&vxp=mtr

that is an awesome find on ebay! I'm going to order that steering wheel, it looks just like what you got on your truck + the GMC logo on the horn cap. Thank you so much for the link!!

**truckster** · 10-29-2018, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Blazer690

All of my trucks have this Chevett steering wheel

I worked for Hertz when the Chevette came out. I've driven too many of them; I'm afraid that steering wheel would give me horrible flashbacks.

viking427 · 11-02-2018, 10:58 PM

Grant 926. https://www.summitracing.com/parts/grt-926

16" classic design, real Mahogany

**Tom Vogel** · 11-03-2018, 08:33 AM

This is what I am doing. Will be padded and stitched leather.
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bmfm64 · 11-05-2018, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Tom Vogel

This is what I am doing. Will be padded and stitched leather.
Posted via Mobile Device

I'm interested in how this is going to go back together? Weld it up and bondo it or?

**MusicMan70** · 11-05-2018, 10:56 PM

I think these came on Safaris or GMC Canyons 1992 or earlier and are 15" diameter.

GM man · 11-08-2018, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Tom Vogel

This is what I am doing. Will be padded and stitched leather.
Posted via Mobile Device

Tom, this looks awesome. I've always wondered why somebody with the skills didn't offer a smaller diameter version of the factory steering wheel. No other wheel looks right to me. This looks like it's gonna be very cool. Please keep us updated on your progress.

black_k5 · 11-11-2018, 08:38 PM

Gm comfort grip steering wheel. I love it!

**68ls1** · 07-30-2021, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Tom Vogel

This is what I am doing. Will be padded and stitched leather.
Posted via Mobile Device

Tom, did you ever finish this wheel?

parb · 08-05-2021, 12:18 PM

I know this is all old thread, but this is what I ended up with. Very happy with the results.

The console is the LMC console, covered in ultra leather. RV trim rings for the cup holders and the original gmc logo moved over from the original console. The original console could not be rescued.

The door cards are the original, covered in ultra leather with contrast color insert made from the same material as the dashpad.

**raggedjim** · 08-08-2021, 02:16 PM

Nice, I like it! Rg

Blazer690 · 08-08-2021, 09:34 PM

Does any body know were I can get my steering wheel dipped in foam?

hemi43 · 08-09-2021, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by black_k5

Gm comfort grip steering wheel. I love it!

I have the same wheel, and have had problems keeping the horn button in place. Anytime I use the horn, the button either jams or falls off. Poor design.

**AsianBlazer** · 08-10-2021, 11:26 AM

Here's my recently installed wheel from LMC. It's pretty nice.

**Gary 70 Jimmy** · 08-10-2021, 06:40 PM

I all ways wanted a hickey steering wheel not cheap.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/203448631456

10-27-2018, 08:03 PM	#1
parb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: mountain view, CA Posts: 361	Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Hi all, As many of you know i'm in the process of finishing up the frame off restoration of my 72 GMC Jimmy. The truck was mostly stock but had an aftermarket steering wheel on it. That steering wheel isn't right for this truck (see picture). I'm looking for inspiration. What steering wheel do you think i should put on the truck? My truck is mostly stock, its been repainted in the original color. there is no lift. I put in leather instead of vinyl seats and i'm reupholstering the doors in brown leather, but it is made to mimic the stock look. I'm using orange seatbelts rather than white to give it a little bit of custom look. I have heard many talking up the chevelle 15" steering wheel with a softgrip on it. I'm considering that. What other ideas do you think i should consider? Pictures are worth a thousand words!!! Thanks all! Attached Images

10-27-2018, 09:10 PM	#2
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,977	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Is the Chevelle wheel a 3-spoke? I do like the look of those. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

10-27-2018, 11:22 PM	#3
parb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: mountain view, CA Posts: 361	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Yes, its a 3 spoke. polished aluminum. I also like the rosewood 15" steering wheels that you see in many of the 67-72 truck catalogs. Last edited by parb; 10-27-2018 at 11:59 PM.

10-28-2018, 11:47 AM	#4
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,977	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! You're going to have a very nice rig once you're done. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

10-28-2018, 12:25 PM	#5
parb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: mountain view, CA Posts: 361	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Thanks! I see you're in orem, i travel there semi frequently. My brother lives on traverse mountain, just above the outlets in Lehi. I hope i get to bring my truck by his house one day.

10-29-2018, 08:20 AM	#6
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,727	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! As mentioned above, the 69-72 GM “Comfort Grip” steering wheel. Buy a 67-68 Camaro installation kit which fits the smaller diameter columns before they had the ignition in the column. I have them in my Camaro, my ‘69 short step, and even in my CJ-5! That or an ‘88-‘94 truck with either “Chevrolet” or “GMC” on the horn button depending on the flavor of your truck. If you like a larger diameter wheel, this is the way to go. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

10-29-2018, 08:32 AM	#7
A1971Blazer Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 2,199	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Never came on a K/5....but period correct...just an idea __________________ 1967 C10 Step side 1968 C10 Step side 1970 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer 1972 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer .............

10-29-2018, 09:16 AM	#8
parb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: mountain view, CA Posts: 361	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! A1971blazer, that steering wheel looks really nice. I only wish I could get a GMC horn cap or even a blank cap instead of the bowtie. Any ideas?

10-29-2018, 09:48 AM	#10
Blazer690 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Monrovia CA Posts: 453	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! All of my trucks have this Chevett steering wheel Attached Images

11-02-2018, 10:58 PM	#13
viking427 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 225	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Grant 926. https://www.summitracing.com/parts/grt-926 16" classic design, real Mahogany

11-03-2018, 08:33 AM	#14
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,565	This is what I am doing. Will be padded and stitched leather. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

11-05-2018, 10:56 PM	#16
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! I think these came on Safaris or GMC Canyons 1992 or earlier and are 15" diameter. Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

11-11-2018, 08:38 PM	#18
black_k5 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 53	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Gm comfort grip steering wheel. I love it! Attached Images __________________ Anthony 1972 K5 4x4 1969 Camaro SS 1987 Grand National 1985 Cutlass

08-05-2021, 12:18 PM	#20
parb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: mountain view, CA Posts: 361	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! I know this is all old thread, but this is what I ended up with. Very happy with the results. The console is the LMC console, covered in ultra leather. RV trim rings for the cup holders and the original gmc logo moved over from the original console. The original console could not be rescued. The door cards are the original, covered in ultra leather with contrast color insert made from the same material as the dashpad. Attached Images

08-08-2021, 02:16 PM	#21
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,478	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Nice, I like it! Rg __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd '73 Firebird - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=853203 Ideas - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851743



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08-08-2021, 09:34 PM	#22
Blazer690 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Monrovia CA Posts: 453	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Does any body know were I can get my steering wheel dipped in foam?

08-10-2021, 11:26 AM	#24
AsianBlazer Active Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Juneau, Alaska Posts: 134	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! Here's my recently installed wheel from LMC. It's pretty nice. Attached Images

08-10-2021, 06:40 PM	#25
Gary 70 Jimmy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Burghill, Ohio 44404 Posts: 3,401	Re: Lets talk steering wheel ideas! I all ways wanted a hickey steering wheel not cheap. https://www.ebay.com/itm/203448631456 __________________ 1972 GMC Jimmy 1/2 4X4 4wheel camper 1970 GMC Jimmy 1/2 4X4 350 1969 Chevy Blazer 1/2 4X4 307 1967 chevy LWB 3/4 396

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