MO Shortened Automatic tilt steering column

[Don D]

Shortened automatic tilt steering column for those who want a little extra room between the steering wheel & the seat. This moves the steering wheel 2” closer to the dash. It is a direct bolt in with no modifications. ( See Pictures Below ) The column was painted semi gloss black. The following parts are new, shift lever, turn signal lever, tilt lever, turn signal switch & wiring harness with correct wiring harness connector, neutral safety switch, upper & lower rubber seals, indicator lense, indicator pointer, & warning lights knob.
$685.00 plus shipping. Shipping to U.S. Only. No Shipping to Alaska or Hawaii. Payment / Personally Check or Postal Money Order
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[Don D]

Originally Posted by Don D

Shortened automatic tilt steering column for those who want a little extra room between the steering wheel & the seat. This moves the steering wheel 1 1/2” closer to the dash. It is a direct bolt in with no modifications. ( See Pictures Below ) The column was painted semi gloss black. The following parts are new, shift lever, turn signal lever, tilt lever, turn signal switch & wiring harness with correct wiring harness connector, neutral safety switch, upper & lower rubber seals, indicator lense, indicator pointer, & warning lights knob.
$525.00 plus shipping. Shipping to U.S. Only. No Shipping to Alaska or Hawaii. Payment / Personally Check or Postal Money Order
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The pictures below have the shortened tilt column & a unrestored truck tilt column to show the difference in the length.
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[Custom 68]

I am looking for a shortened but on the engine side if that makes sense. I added rack and pinion so I needed a bit more for that connection. Is there two ways to shorten these? May be a silly question but didn't know where it is shorter if that make sense?
I can't remember if the firewall mount is fixed or slides it's been a long time since I had mine out.
Thanks
Dave

[Don D]

Originally Posted by Custom 68

I am looking for a shortened but on the engine side if that makes sense. I added rack and pinion so I needed a bit more for that connection. Is there two ways to shorten these? May be a silly question but didn't know where it is shorter if that make sense?
I can't remember if the firewall mount is fixed or slides it's been a long time since I had mine out.
Thanks
Dave

This column is shortened at the top to give more room in the cab. You do not have a lot of room at the bottom to shorten the column, how much room do you need to connect to your steering?
Don
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[Custom 68]

Thanks Don. That's what I assumed. I currently have the steering hooked up and working. It just has a little catch as the joint is close to the limit. I was told thebbest option is to get a shorter column. I would rather stay gm. In fact I currently have a truck tilt. I'm not sure how much is really needed. I figured the 1.5 inches would do it. Looking at my column it do see it is close now to the outer housing. Can a van tilt be shortened any more or is it the same story?
Thanks
Dave

[Don D]

Originally Posted by Custom 68

Thanks Don. That's what I assumed. I currently have the steering hooked up and working. It just has a little catch as the joint is close to the limit. I was told thebbest option is to get a shorter column. I would rather stay gm. In fact I currently have a truck tilt. I'm not sure how much is really needed. I figured the 1.5 inches would do it. Looking at my column it do see it is close now to the outer housing. Can a van tilt be shortened any more or is it the same
story?

Thanks
Dave

Dave, the truck tilt, the van tilt & the RV tilt all have the same length column tube. The truck & RV tilt have the same length splined shaft. The van splined shaft is 2 1/2” longer at the bottom of the column. I took some pictures of a truck tilt & a van tilt to show you. If you only need 3/4” of a inch I could get that by having a van splined shaft cut down 3/4” shorter & have it resplined. Another 5/8” to 3/4” could be gained by shortening the bottom of the tube between the bearing & shift arm. Just throwing a couple of options to you to gain some space without creating other problems.
Don
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[Don D]

ttt
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[kilokoa]

ill take the shortened column if its still available. how exactly is it shortened? send me a PM to discuss pay. thanks

[Don D]

Originally Posted by kilokoa

ill take the shortened column if its still available. how exactly is it shortened? send me a PM to discuss pay. thanks

PM sent, Thanks
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[Hosedragger622]

How do these columns work with say a 700R4 or 4l60e transmission, they have 4 forward gears and the pic of the shift indicator on yours only shows 3 forward gears ?

[Don D]

Originally Posted by Hosedragger622

How do these columns work with say a 700R4 or 4l60e transmission, they have 4 forward gears and the pic of the shift indicator on yours only shows 3 forward gears ?

They make a 4 speed overdrive indicator lense. Several places sell them, LMC , Brothers & several other parts vendors. Just change the lense out & you have will have adjust the neutral safety switch. It is not a perfect fix since these column’s wasn’t designed for a overdrive transmission but it does work ok. You can’t have any excessive wear & play in your transmission linkage.
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[Hosedragger622]

Sounds good thank you

[70cst10_05]

Anything still available here ?

[Don D]

Originally Posted by 70cst10_05

Anything still available here ?

The shortened column has been sold. I will have other tilt column’s ready soon.
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[70cst10_05]

Originally Posted by Don D

The shortened column has been sold. I will have other tilt column’s ready soon.
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Sounds good. If any good "driver" quality ones come up, let me know. I'll keep an eye out on new posts.

Thanks!

[72 paul]

Sent a message

[Grandpa's CST]

Sending PM Don D

[pappy 2]

Don,

Interested in purchasing one of your shortened columns. Do you have them on hand? How much to ship to Nebraska? Do you take Pay Pal? Any references?

Send me private mail.

Pappy 2

[425HP409]

If I sent you my column that came out of a van, would you shorten it and how much would that be?

[Don D]

Originally Posted by 425HP409

If I sent you my column that came out of a van, would you shorten it and how much would that be?

$ 475.00 plus parts it may need & you want to change out to make it look like new & shipping fees. Thanks, Don
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[bertvert72]

Do you still shorten tilt steering columns for 72 c10's ? And do you already have any done?

[Don D]

Originally Posted by bertvert72

Do you still shorten tilt steering columns for 72 c10's ? And do you already have any done?

Yes, I still shorten tilt steering columns. I do not have any extra columns built right now. When I get caught up with orders I will build a couple.
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[bertvert72]

Please Message me and I'll buy one. How much shipped? Live in Dickson,Tn 37055

[2wd73blazer]

I'm interested in a shortened tilt column also.

[Don D]

Originally Posted by bertvert72

Please Message me and I'll buy one. How much shipped? Live in Dickson,Tn 37055

PM sent to you.
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