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column shifter
Does anyone know where I can get the column shifter for a 56 f 100? The po had switched to a floor shifter and I'd like to switch back to the column shifter.
Thanks for any help!
Scott
Thanks for any help!
Scott
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The original steering column in the '56 is shorter than the '53-'55. I forget how much, but it's like an inch or so.
The '56 has the dished steering wheel, while the '53-'55 is almost flat.
Please don't hurt the messenger!
The '56 has the dished steering wheel, while the '53-'55 is almost flat.
Please don't hurt the messenger!
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Column Shifter
Thanks ET - I'll just add that info to the long, long list of things I don't know about F100's but am learning on this forum.
Scott - If you decide you can modify it to fit, I'll bring it with me to the AutoFair in Charlotte next week. We have 4 spots in the Blue field that we've had for over 20 years. Ken
Scott - If you decide you can modify it to fit, I'll bring it with me to the AutoFair in Charlotte next week. We have 4 spots in the Blue field that we've had for over 20 years. Ken
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Not only is the steering column 1956 only, but so are the two shift rods that attach to the manual control selector levers on the column, then to the shift arms on the trans.
Attempting to locate these two 1956 shift rods might be almost impossible.
Pic from 1948/56 Ford Truck Parts Catalog (available on a CD from hipoparts.com) C (F100) & D (F250).
Attempting to locate these two 1956 shift rods might be almost impossible.
Pic from 1948/56 Ford Truck Parts Catalog (available on a CD from hipoparts.com) C (F100) & D (F250).
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Hi guys
I just wanted to make sure I'm calling it the right thing. I just need the arm that comes out of the column. The one you actually hold while shifting. The column is fine, just missing the arm itself.
Thanks!
Ken I'll let you know if I can get out there. I work weekends and will be out of town during the week but may be able to get out there!
I just wanted to make sure I'm calling it the right thing. I just need the arm that comes out of the column. The one you actually hold while shifting. The column is fine, just missing the arm itself.
Thanks!
Ken I'll let you know if I can get out there. I work weekends and will be out of town during the week but may be able to get out there!
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The earlier handle will work, but it's going to be just a little further away from your steering wheel. About an inch or so.
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B6C-7210-C .. 3 M/T Shift Lever-approx. 11 1/4" long / 1956/60 F100/350 - 1961/63 Econoline - 1964 Econoline before serial number 480,001 / Obsolete
CARPENTER NOS OBSOLETE PARTS in Concord NC has ONE = 800-476-9653.
ANTIQUE AUTO SUPPLY in Arlington TX shows TWO (817-275-2381), but webpage on partsvoice.com last updated 6/29/2012.
CARPENTER NOS OBSOLETE PARTS in Concord NC has ONE = 800-476-9653.
ANTIQUE AUTO SUPPLY in Arlington TX shows TWO (817-275-2381), but webpage on partsvoice.com last updated 6/29/2012.
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Here is a side-by-side pic. The one with a steering wheel and straight shift lever is the '53, the one without and bent shift lever is the '56.
The '56 column isn't that much shorter, they're not lined up exactly. The difference is more like 1 3/4" to 2".
The '56 column isn't that much shorter, they're not lined up exactly. The difference is more like 1 3/4" to 2".
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