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Old 05-21-2009, 10:26 AM   #1
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55/59 Steering Column Question?

I have two Steering Columns one is 33 5/8 from the gear box to the top of outer housing. The other is 37 7/8 from the gear box to the top of outer housing.

WHAT THE HAY ? Anyone know?
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Old 05-21-2009, 04:16 PM   #2
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Re: 55/59 Steering Column Question?

I can measure my stock 59 column when I get home this evening, if that is the question you are asking.
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Old 05-21-2009, 07:33 PM   #3
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Re: 55/59 Steering Column Question?

my 1957 1/2 ton column length is 33 5/8. dont know for sure but longer one could be from larger truck like 2 ton.just a thought.
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Old 05-22-2009, 12:02 AM   #4
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Re: 55/59 Steering Column Question?

My 59 1/2 ton is 33 5/8 too.
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Old 05-22-2009, 11:55 AM   #5
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Re: 55/59 Steering Column Question?

Early Models had a flat steering wheel i.e. 55-56 and 57-59 had a dish steering wheel that is why lenght difference. I cut down a 55 to use on a 59 once all I did was after welding I sleeved it and welded for safety
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