Steering column options
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Steering column options
I have a 49 Merc 1/2 ton and was wondering what kind of steering columns others have used. I am planning on using one from a donor car or truck with a column shift, and most likely out of a Chev (not by choice just easier for getting wiring harnesses). What I'm looking for is donors that guys have used before and possible lengths. I know all the after market columns work really well, but I seem to like doing everything just a little bit cheaper and a whole lot harder.
Thanks for any help
Take er easy
Thanks for any help
Take er easy
Cargo Master
Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Hot AZ (Phoenix Valley)
I looked for pics of your install. Did you have to run a shaft from your column to the steering box? did you change the angle of the column (hole threw firewall)?
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Joined: Apr 2002
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From: Littleton, New Hampshire
Sorry, I have no pictures of the column yet. The column went through in the same place as the original, possibly a bit lower to improve the angle to the Chrysler steering box (83 Chrysler 5th Ave). I used two Borgeson U-joints.
