1978 steering column fit a 1976?
 

Will a 1978 tilt steering column fit a 1976? Thanks

Yes, but it does require cutting back on the plastic shroud that reaches toward the dash. Take a look at this paper:
http://jimshea.corvettefaq.com/wp-co...3rev06au07.doc

I have been waiting for someone to report with pictures that they have been successfull. By the same token, I am sure that others would have thrown rocks at me if my dimensions weren't correct.

Jim, I am sorry this project has taken a back seat to the FI system and may not get done until the fall. Other "house" projects have also come into play. :(

Are electrical connections different between '76 and '78? I thought the '78 had the headlight dim/dip switch on the indicator stalk. The '76 is on the floor.

Here is a pic of the standard column from the 72 and a 79 column that has been trimmed according to Jim's instructions.

[IMG]http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...h/compare2.jpg[/IMG]

These pics show the difference between the standard and tilt/tele wheel installed in the car. Huge difference in driving comfort.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...winch/new2.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...winch/new6.jpg

:cheers:

Rick B.

You can either leave the floor switch as it is or extend the wiring and plug into the column. The connector is the same for both switches.

:cheers:

Rick B.

I will be extending mine to the column. I am looking forward to not having the column in my lap and further away.

I got to get working on mine. I have it all apart and painted just need to reassemble it.

This isnt a bad deal for someone....

http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/pts/1100225254.html