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1966 F100 Steering Column Advice

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Old 09-16-2014, 01:11 PM
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1966 F100 Steering Column Advice

I have been searching high and low for a Manual shift tilt steering column for my restoration. I am a large guy and the Ginormous Stock wheel is a no go if at all possible just for rooms sake, any advice!!!!
 
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Old 09-16-2014, 04:33 PM
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I expect that is gonna be as scarce as hens teeth. Tilt wheels were used in upgraded packages and I have only seen them with autos.



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Exact fit. accepts a gm type steering wheel. AKA just about every aftermarket wheel made.

1953-79 Ford Half-Ton Truck Column Shift

http://www.ididitinc.com/retrofit-st...ruckFS_Retr-49

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Tilt steering wheel was first offered as an extra cost option for 1978 F100/350, Bronco & Econoline. It was not available with 3 speed manual, 4 speed manual & A/T only.

The problem with 1961/66's is, the cabs are tight, leg room can be wanting, the 3 spoke 17" or 4 spoke 18" steering wheels do not allow for much "belly" room.

Some members of this forum like garbz2 and Bill W don't have a problem, but if your over 6' feet tall & 200 lbs. that is the problem.

Plus the older you get, the tighter the cabs become, especially when "Arthur" arrives.
 
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thanks for the info guys!
 
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