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Feb 14, 2013 | 09:44 PM

jsnbuck

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Tilt column

I want one for a manual floor shift, Ford only. Who's got one? Am I dreaming?

Or, is it possible to convert an auto column be to a manual column?

Feb 15, 2013 | 08:39 AM

gpence

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Someone posted one on ebay a while back with a buy it now price of like $400 or $500. Their out their just not cheap

Feb 15, 2013 | 09:06 AM

psquare7575

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I did a down and dirty conversion

1. remove auto shifter arm
2. grind off pivot point for the arm
3. cut spot welds on the mounting brackets
4. buy an empty quart sized paint can from lowes.
5. Cut the top and bottom of the can, leaving a sleeve.
6. slide sleeve over column
7. Reweld brackets.

Feb 15, 2013 | 11:48 AM

jsnbuck

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I've been watching eBay for a while. Not ready to spend $500.00 for one yet. I just missed one that went for $300 about a month ago.

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Originally Posted by gpence

Someone posted one on ebay a while back with a buy it now price of like $400 or $500. Their out their just not cheap

Got a pic?

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Originally Posted by psquare7575

Feb 15, 2013 | 02:36 PM

GHoss

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I have a 1979 Bronco with a four speed and a tilt wheel. I came with the Bronco and is original. Maybe you should look at Broncos, probably more abundant.

Feb 15, 2013 | 03:38 PM

ranger429

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Originally Posted by jsnbuck

Or, is it possible to convert an auto column be to a manual column?

Yes it is possible, been there done that.

Feb 16, 2013 | 01:56 AM

highoctane74

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I have one in my 79. 4 spd, 429, cruise, tilt. It is originally from my 79 Ranger Lariat cab. I may know where there is another mt one, I can check next week.