Calling all tall C3 drivers

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Jul 14, 2005 | 05:10 PM

#21

DollaGreen

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From: Waukesha WI

Im the guy who's car hes talking about. Jay...forgot to tell you that IS a smaller steering wheel...I believe it is the grant everyone is talking about. I will check my stuff to see which one it is exactly. Might be as good as it gets unless you want a little chain "Cheech and Chong" wheel.

OK FOUND IT here it is http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...H5WGKBCD1C83C9

Its a 14 inch so maybe there is hope with a little smaller one.

Last edited by DollaGreen; Jul 14, 2005 at 05:17 PM.

Jul 14, 2005 | 05:32 PM

#22

DRKCYDE

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From: Metro Detroit -- Farmington Hills MI

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Tall Boy

I am 6'5" and have no problem driving my 80 auto, it feels better to me than most other cars

I am 6'4". I leave the wheel set in the position I drive in.

Jul 14, 2005 | 05:40 PM

#23

bkerlee

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From: Reynoldsburg Ohio

St. Jude Donor '05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vette Rx

Thanks for all the replies so far guys. I experienced the "clutch knee" when I first started driving my friends '73. I forgot that the wheel telescoped as well as tilted. Every time I would shift my knee would press against either the door or the steering wheel. It made for awkward driving. Once I figured out the telescoping ability I had plenty of room. I just don't want to have to rule out the non tilt/tele cars. It would suck if I found the perfect car for me only to find out it doesn't have this option. Seems like such a small thing. Keep the replies coming. I like to hear how others make themselves fit into their cars. Gives me good ideas.

I'm 5"6 - but pack a good 270 onto that short frame with a non tilt-tele '79 - with the stock wheel. It's doable - the knee does get a bit stiff from working the clutch at such an odd angle, but them's the breaks!

Seriously - if I fit, anyone can.

Jul 14, 2005 | 06:19 PM

#24

JungleCat

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From: Concord VA, U.S.A.

St. Jude Donor '05 thru '26

I'm 6'2" and fit just fine.

Jul 14, 2005 | 06:37 PM

#25

lowbrowser

Heel & Toe

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From: Los Angeles CA

I take a deep breath and squeeze. I think it's called 'Vette Yoga'

Jul 16, 2005 | 11:50 AM

#26

Jims79

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From: Jersey Shore Exit 98

I'm 6'2" I put a smaller 3 spoke wooden wheel in my 79 looks great & I have more room. You can add a tilt setup which I may do some day.
My problem is I hit my head if I put on the T-Tops..........

What were all Americans shorter 25 years ago?

Jul 16, 2005 | 01:14 PM

#27

big_G

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From: Austin Texas

Y'all should hear the tech guys at the drag strip bitch at me for not keeping my T-Tops on when racing....With a helmet on, my head sticks out 3 inches......LMAO....BTW, last time out, I kicked pony ***....ha ha

Jul 16, 2005 | 10:06 PM

#28

A C

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From: Bloomington MN

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Don't let the tilt/tele feature scare you away. There were (are) LOTS of C3's with tilt/tele, and it's easily retrofitted. It's just under a grand for a very nice rebuilt column that will bolt right in, so if you see a car you just HAVE to have, it's still doable (you can swap the column in your garage easily). It will just be a little bit of extra dough.

I have driven C3s, C4s, C5s, and ridden in a C6, and I have to agree the C3 is the most fun so far. I have yet to even sit in a C2 or C1 (I would love a ride in either!). Good luck with you search!