Dentside Steering Wheel
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Dentside Steering Wheel
I want to put an aftermarket steering wheel on my 73. The steering wheel is about an inch 1/2 from my thighs while driving. I do have power steering so going to a 15" or 14" shouldn't be too big of a deal. I really dont want to have to swap the column out.
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why not try and find a sport steering wheel, they look smaller to me (haven't measured it yet)...
Please don't put a grant in... I despise grant steering wheels, everyone has to put them in everything, and they are just a pain to deal with when the motor isn't running....
Please don't put a grant in... I despise grant steering wheels, everyone has to put them in everything, and they are just a pain to deal with when the motor isn't running....
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I dont know if a sport wheel hooks up to the 73 column or not. I haven't decided any way, I just am scared id hit a bump and knock the steering wibble wabble with my knees
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I was always told that the sport steering can be bolted to the 73-77 columns, but the horn won't work. It has to do with how it's wired with the turn signal cancel cam I think. I'm not positive though. Maybe someone with more knowledge on that can offer advice.
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Please explain the pain when the truck isn't running.
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Probably because most people have a messed up stock steering wheel, then they put the cheapest aftermarket one on.
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I just bought a Grant wheel and the installation kit they sent me was for a golf cart! I have the new kit ordered and on the way, so I'll be able to tell you how it effects the driveability of the truck.
I only have power assist steering, so I'm assuming it's going to take a little bit more effort with the smaller wheel.
I only have power assist steering, so I'm assuming it's going to take a little bit more effort with the smaller wheel.
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Well my truck has full power steering. I can use one finger in a parking lot to turn around in the parking lot. I'm probably going to look for a 14" or 15", I just wanted to hear what people thought of the different steering wheels