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Old Sep 19, 2013 | 09:16 AM
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I have a question on the early C3's steering columns.

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I do not like how close the steering wheel is to me, and was wondering does a tilt / telescopic column move the steering wheel closer to the dash and is this something someone else has done and give me their opinions.

The vette originally had a 350, but now has a 454, so originality is not an issue to me.

Also, how about a smaller diameter steering wheel???

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a smaller 14", flat, wheel versus your current 15", dished, wheel will help
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Old Sep 19, 2013 | 12:36 PM
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A t and t will allow the wheel to raise up making it possible to get in under it. Something I wasn't expecting is moving the wheel towards you just a little, also moves it away from you legs. It's a must have if your tall.
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