steering wheel help
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steering wheel help
I have a 64 convertible, now with power steering. I want a smaller steering wheel, but want to keep the same look. I'm trying to avoid the $550 purchase of Eric Freeman, custom 15" wheel.
The best option looks to be a 15" C3 (69-75) version. The issue is that I need a spacer, due to the design. They fit perfectly on a 67, not a 64.
Help! Where can I find a a spacer?
The best option looks to be a 15" C3 (69-75) version. The issue is that I need a spacer, due to the design. They fit perfectly on a 67, not a 64.
Help! Where can I find a a spacer?
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cheaper option?
I'm looking for a cheaper option. The C3 wheel is $200, plus a new hub is $115. Now I'm half way to a C2 teakwood.... If I can find a spacer for $ 10 - 20 bucks, I think I'll go that way.
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who said anything about buying a new hub. I am sure you can find a used one much cheaper. its the same hub used on all GM cars with wood wheels.
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No kidding? I was looking for a hub for my 65 to mount a 69 Camaro wheel and aftermarket hub part numbers are different between models. To me that meant the hubs were different. I never looked for gm numbers. Also, I thought when the ignition swt was moved to the column on gm cars the hub diameter increased. Hmmmmmm. Now you got me wondering. Maybe I can find a hub.
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The hub outside diameter is exactly the same between midyears and '69 GM locking columns; don't know if the internal configuration is the same or not (just measured my '67 Corvette and '69 Camaro with the rosewood wheel).
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project almost complete
Got my C3 steering wheel installed today. The trick ws getting the adapter plate made to match my hub. Local tool & die shop...no problem.
By the way, if you need the part made call John @ Accurite Tool & Die. He's got it fully designed and ready to make more parts.
330-497-9959 North Canton, Ohio
Now for the next part....who has done a leather wrap on a C3 wheel? Did you do it yourself or have a leather shop do it?
Chris
By the way, if you need the part made call John @ Accurite Tool & Die. He's got it fully designed and ready to make more parts.
330-497-9959 North Canton, Ohio
Now for the next part....who has done a leather wrap on a C3 wheel? Did you do it yourself or have a leather shop do it?
Chris
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Got my C3 steering wheel installed today. The trick ws getting the adapter plate made to match my hub. Local tool & die shop...no problem.
By the way, if you need the part made call John @ Accurite Tool & Die. He's got it fully designed and ready to make more parts.
330-497-9959 North Canton, Ohio
Now for the next part....who has done a leather wrap on a C3 wheel? Did you do it yourself or have a leather shop do it?
Chris
By the way, if you need the part made call John @ Accurite Tool & Die. He's got it fully designed and ready to make more parts.
330-497-9959 North Canton, Ohio
Now for the next part....who has done a leather wrap on a C3 wheel? Did you do it yourself or have a leather shop do it?
Chris
