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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 08:56 AM
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Steering Column Suggestions???

I have just finished a Volare front clip in my 54 and would like some ideas on a steering column. I am trying to stay under the Flaming/Ididit price range, so a junk yard raid is in order. I want tilt, auto, and no key, any dos and don'ts would be helpful.

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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 09:33 AM
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I want tilt, auto, and no key
These were the same criteria I wanted to satisfy when I searched for a column for my '51. Check in '73-'79 Ford trucks. That's where I found mine.
 
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 10:05 AM
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Originally Posted by 54Sgt
I want tilt, auto, and no key, any dos and don'ts would be helpful.
Early (70-80) GM G van with ignition switch on the dash and hard to find P vans (parcel delivery step van).

PS; frequently some used ones on eBay.
 

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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 10:58 AM
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77-81 Ch&vyGMC Van columns seemed to please many folks. If you need help finding one pm me. Thanks
 
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 12:06 PM
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Should I expect to do any shortening or other modification? Advantages to ford vs gm? Thanks for the help...I'll give you a yell if have trouble finding one close to home tac.
 
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 12:32 PM
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Shouldnt have to shorten. Just get the wrong Borgenson joint. What advantage is most aftermarket wiring harness are setup for this column.
 
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 01:57 PM
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I too have 79 Ford pickup with Volare clip.Tilt, no key, no mods..
 
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Shouldnt have to shorten. Just get the wrong Borgenson joint. What advantage is most aftermarket wiring harness are setup for this column.
I meant get the correct borgenson joint....
 
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