Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

PLANETGETLOW · 03-07-2011, 01:41 PM

We're ditchin the stock wheel and would like something a bit smaller. Thought about a billet design but wanted to see what others have done?

Any other models drop in without a kit?

What other sites or wheels have you used to buy one?

Post up a pic of yours

!

ubtripn · 03-07-2011, 02:32 PM

I used the chevelle, vega wheel, works great for gauge visibility, they sell on Ebay for no too much and are sporty. Perfect diameter I think they are 14 to 14.5.

JORGIE95961 · 03-07-2011, 02:36 PM

The PO threw obn a nice cavalier wheel. im diggin it

custom1970 · 03-07-2011, 05:07 PM

Here's mine, think i got ordered it from classic industries several years ago, has held up well.

ChevyLvr4Life · 03-07-2011, 11:16 PM

I'm currently using a wheel out of a 70's Jeep. I modified the horn button and put a bowtie emblem in it. I've used this wheel in 4 different vehicles ( all Chevys ). I recently bought a repro comfort grip wheel used in 69-70 Chevelles and Camaros, but haven't put it in yet. 2nd gen Camaro wheels fit and look good. Mid 80's Monte Carlo SS wheels are nice. I have seen the 90's Chevy truck wheel being used too.

profe56 · 03-07-2011, 11:47 PM

I'm using this,Grant, I found it at junk yard for cheap $$$$15.00 bucks
sometimes I'm thinking about colletct some parts and share with members of this forum for cheap as well.

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profe56 · 03-07-2011, 11:52 PM

I've a question for CUSTOM1970:
are those brake and gas pedals original?
I saw somethiing similar at Rivieras and Deltas88

Frank71 · 03-08-2011, 02:09 AM

I would love to find a 14.5 or 15 inch that has the stock look. I am sure they would sell a few?

darush01 · 03-08-2011, 02:16 AM

I might use a wheel off an 80's midel they look similar and i have at least 5 of them
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custom1970 · 03-08-2011, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by profe56

I've a question for CUSTOM1970:
are those brake and gas pedals original?
I saw somethiing similar at Rivieras and Deltas88

yes, they are stock chevy pedals. I think they only came on the CST's, but not positive

PLANETGETLOW · 03-08-2011, 10:21 AM

Some nice, different ideas goin on in here.

Is this a Chevelle wheel?

Andy4639 · 03-08-2011, 10:43 AM

These were taken as I redid the wheel and column. I painted the factory tilt for a four speed and put the Corvette leather wheel on it. I'm about ready for a new look though. Been thinking about a half wrap leather wheel.

shoob · 01-05-2013, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

These were taken as I redid the wheel and column. I painted the factory tilt for a four speed and put the Corvette leather wheel on it. I'm about ready for a new look though. Been thinking about a half wrap leather wheel.

what hub is used here for this wheel?

Z10 · 01-05-2013, 10:36 PM

Purchased this off ebay.

69GWC · 01-05-2013, 10:46 PM

Mine, stained the wood black.
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SHANE 73Z · 01-06-2013, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Z10

Purchased this off ebay.

Z10,

Can you give a little more info on your wheel? I couldnt seem to find one like it on Ebay anywhere.

Thanks,
Shane

Andy4639 · 12-04-2013, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by shoob

what hub is used here for this wheel?

Same one for any Chevy wheel. They fit most GM wheels to the column.

Here is my new 67 SS wheel I installed. I like it a lot better. I did the leather wrap myself.

Tmwoodall · 03-08-2011, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PLANETGETLOW

Some nice, different ideas goin on in here.

Is this a Chevelle wheel?

I'd like to know too, I REALLY like that one.

406 Q-ship · 03-08-2011, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PLANETGETLOW

Some nice, different ideas goin on in here.

Is this a Chevelle wheel?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tmwoodall

I'd like to know too, I REALLY like that one.

Yes that is a optional steering wheel for the 1970 Chevelle (and Novas I believe) and stardard in the Corvette it is called the cushion steering wheel. The steering wheel was also used in Buicks for quite a few years as the sport wheel option. My 1970 GS350 had one of those in it. I have an original one in 1971 Monte Carlo (not correct for the car).

PLANETGETLOW · 03-08-2011, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 406 Q-ship

Yes that is a optional steering wheel for the 1970 Chevelle (and Novas I believe) and stardard in the Corvette it is called the cushion steering wheel. The steering wheel was also used in Buicks for quite a few years as the sport wheel option. My 1970 GS350 had one of those in it. I have an original one in 1971 Monte Carlo (not correct for the car).

Will it bolt right in or do you need an adapter?

**71blksuper4x4** · 03-08-2011, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PLANETGETLOW

Will it bolt right in or do you need an adapter?

You need a 67-68 Camaro hub to mount it to the column. Here's mine when I get to it.

68 TT · 09-05-2018, 06:32 PM

I know really old thread but I had info that could help people out with a great factory steering wheel so I thought I would share.

This is the NK1 option code steering wheel that was standard on the 1969 through 1975 Corvette and optional on the 1969 Camaro, 1970 Chevelle, Monte Carlo & full-size passenger cars and optional on the 1971 through 1975 Buick GS. They are incorrectly referred to as the Comfort Grip steering wheel when Chevy actually called them the Cushioned Rim steering wheel. The nickname stuck and you will have a tough time finding them referred to as anything but Comfort Grip.

The Corvette wheel and some of the others were 15" outside diameter and are commonly referred to as the small Comfort Grip steering wheel but there is a 16" diameter version as well that is the large Comfort Grip wheel. Both sizes are commonly available as new reproductions for a pretty good price compared to many of the other options out there. I eventually put them on everything I build.

Quote:

Originally Posted by PLANETGETLOW

Some nice, different ideas goin on in here.

Is this a Chevelle wheel?

Z10 · 09-06-2018, 01:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 TT

I know really old thread but I had info that could help people out with a great factory steering wheel so I thought I would share.

This is the NK1 option code steering wheel that was standard on the 1969 through 1975 Corvette and optional on the 1969 Camaro, 1970 Chevelle, Monte Carlo & full-size passenger cars and optional on the 1971 through 1975 Buick GS. They are incorrectly referred to as the Comfort Grip steering wheel when Chevy actually called them the Cushioned Rim steering wheel. The nickname stuck and you will have a tough time finding them referred to as anything but Comfort Grip.

The Corvette wheel and some of the others were 15" outside diameter and are commonly referred to as the small Comfort Grip steering wheel but there is a 16" diameter version as well that is the large Comfort Grip wheel. Both sizes are commonly available as new reproductions for a pretty good price compared to many of the other options out there. I eventually put them on everything I build.

Years ago I tried a one of these Repop wheels on my 69 Camaro. It looked great...however two of the spokes broke off at the rim from poor welds. It now is a wall hanger in my garage. So, then I found an OEM Corvette wheel on eBay and have been using it ever since. Maybe the newer repops are better I don't know. Just my experience.

Photo of my current wheel which is similar.

72longstepper · 12-08-2018, 11:34 AM

Hello,

Just bought '72 GMC. Can u tell me what year of Corvette wheel you used and what adapter kit did u have to get ? Been looking at Grant but like the Corvette wheel you used.

406 Q-ship · 03-08-2011, 01:47 PM

There are two different steering wheel hubs for that wheel. One fits the 68 and earlier GM and the second one is for the 69 and later GM cars, now which one is best for the truck column is not clear to me yet. I would bet the hub for the 68 and earlier is the corrected one as Trevor said.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

You need a 67-68 Camaro hub to mount it to the column. Here's mine when I get to it.

I really would love to do a bright blue interior car, that looks soooooo good.

03-07-2011, 01:41 PM	#1
PLANETGETLOW Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: California Posts: 161	Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 We're ditchin the stock wheel and would like something a bit smaller. Thought about a billet design but wanted to see what others have done? Any other models drop in without a kit? What other sites or wheels have you used to buy one? Post up a pic of yours !

03-07-2011, 02:32 PM	#2
ubtripn Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 1,280	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 I used the chevelle, vega wheel, works great for gauge visibility, they sell on Ebay for no too much and are sporty. Perfect diameter I think they are 14 to 14.5.

03-07-2011, 02:36 PM	#3
JORGIE95961 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: OLIVEHURST CA Posts: 570	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 The PO threw obn a nice cavalier wheel. im diggin it

03-07-2011, 05:07 PM	#4
custom1970 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 459	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 Here's mine, think i got ordered it from classic industries several years ago, has held up well. Attached Images

03-07-2011, 11:16 PM	#5
ChevyLvr4Life Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Martinsville, VA Posts: 150	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 I'm currently using a wheel out of a 70's Jeep. I modified the horn button and put a bowtie emblem in it. I've used this wheel in 4 different vehicles ( all Chevys ). I recently bought a repro comfort grip wheel used in 69-70 Chevelles and Camaros, but haven't put it in yet. 2nd gen Camaro wheels fit and look good. Mid 80's Monte Carlo SS wheels are nice. I have seen the 90's Chevy truck wheel being used too. Attached Images __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 LWB 307 3OTT 3.73 gear

03-07-2011, 11:47 PM	#6
profe56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chula Vista California Posts: 526	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 I'm using this,Grant, I found it at junk yard for cheap $$$$15.00 bucks sometimes I'm thinking about colletct some parts and share with members of this forum for cheap as well. Uploaded with ImageShack.us

03-07-2011, 11:52 PM	#7
profe56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chula Vista California Posts: 526	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 I've a question for CUSTOM1970: are those brake and gas pedals original? I saw somethiing similar at Rivieras and Deltas88

03-08-2011, 02:09 AM	#8
Frank71 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Red Deer, Alberta Posts: 190	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 I would love to find a 14.5 or 15 inch that has the stock look. I am sure they would sell a few? __________________ "If you need to tell everyone how good you are - your probably not"

03-08-2011, 02:16 AM	#9
darush01 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville ky Posts: 398	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 I might use a wheel off an 80's midel they look similar and i have at least 5 of them Posted via Mobile Device

03-08-2011, 10:21 AM	#11
PLANETGETLOW Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: California Posts: 161	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 Some nice, different ideas goin on in here. Is this a Chevelle wheel?

03-08-2011, 10:43 AM	#12
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 These were taken as I redid the wheel and column. I painted the factory tilt for a four speed and put the Corvette leather wheel on it. I'm about ready for a new look though. Been thinking about a half wrap leather wheel. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-05-2013, 10:36 PM	#14
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 Purchased this off ebay. Attached Images __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

01-05-2013, 10:46 PM	#15
69GWC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 1,089	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 Mine, stained the wood black. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

12-08-2018, 11:34 AM	#24
72longstepper Registered User Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Carnation, WA. Posts: 258	Re: Steering Wheel Options - 72 C10 Hello, Just bought '72 GMC. Can u tell me what year of Corvette wheel you used and what adapter kit did u have to get ? Been looking at Grant but like the Corvette wheel you used.



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