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Old Dec 3, 2001 | 09:02 PM
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Can anyone recommend an aftermarket steering wheel for my '76. The only brand I've found so far is GRANT. Are they OK?
 
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Old Dec 3, 2001 | 09:29 PM
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I just put a Grant wheel in the 77 I am fixing up for my dad, and it is really nice. It is walnut with a brushed aluminum center, and my only complaint is that it is a little smaller than stock. Very good quality, easy to install, and does wonders for the interior. You won't be disappointed. Check Summit Racing for a good selection, though I got mine at an auto parts store.
 
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Old Dec 3, 2001 | 10:11 PM
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Some of the Grant wheels are available in up to 15" diameter.
 
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Old Dec 3, 2001 | 10:20 PM
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i would spent the extra cash and get a stock replacement. some grant models can reach up to and more than 150 bucks, but i think you can get a stock replacement for 200 flat.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2001 | 03:31 PM
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I have a Grant and I like it being smaller but the horn mechanism sucks. You have to step up to a signature model to get a real horn.

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Old Dec 4, 2001 | 06:00 PM
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i like the stock too much myself but a lot of my buddies have got a chrome plated, punched steep with rubber hand grip replacement at wal*mart that looks real good.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2001 | 10:37 PM
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[updated:LAST EDITED ON 04-Dec-01 AT 11:38 PM (EST)]Grant billet aluminum dual-plane polished leather 14 3/4 inch wheel..
OH MY GOD! Part # 1180.

$350 can.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2001 | 11:14 PM
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I just installed a steering wheel yesterday. I got it from Auto Zone for $24.95 and had to get the adapter kit for $15.85.

It looks nice and drives good. It is a little smaller than my origional wheel, but it doesn't make the truck drive different. The only complaint is I have to move a little to see all of my gauges.

Guess I'll put in tilt steering next :-)

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Old Dec 8, 2001 | 09:45 AM
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I got a Grant wheel for my '73. I went all the way down to '14. I'm 6'3", and it's easier for me to get in and out with the smaller wheel. It seems to be of good quality, and I can see all the guages just fine. It is a four spoke with a polished center and thick black rim. It was about $130 with the hub adapter. I hope you have a steering wheel puller!
 
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Old Dec 9, 2001 | 08:02 PM
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Oops! I lied. I can't see the oil or battery guage. Sorry about that!
I guess they were so hidden, I didn't know they were there!
 
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Old Dec 10, 2001 | 01:13 PM
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TC,
AutoKrafters can refurbish your factory whell for about $225. They claim its beautiful. I've never seen one or have I? I'll be paying them soon for my 76. The NOS 76 wheel is no longer available and the later wheels are distictly different. I insist on factory but, some people have standards, other drive chevys.
Good luck, Have Fun,
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Old Dec 11, 2001 | 02:53 PM
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If anybody is interested I just pulled the factory wheel from my '78 f100 and would sell it if anybody could give me a fair price.I really don't know what they would be worth.Great shape but the truck did not come with cruise.
 
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Old Dec 11, 2001 | 05:35 PM
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FYI,
The steering wheel changed after 76. They look different and had a softer texture to them.
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