American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**K10-Kansas** · 02-12-2023, 09:36 AM

I found a 15 inch original style steering wheel.

When I bought my 67-68 steering wheel from LMC and sat it onto my new steering column I was shocked. I've never sat in a C10 and held a 17 inch steering wheel. I don't know if it takes some getting use to but man it was comical. It's like holding a bus steering wheel while sitting in a pickup truck. It's disorienting for a person that is new to this.

I decided I didn't want to risk it so went looking for a 15 inch wheel knowing I wouldn't find anything classy that looks OEM like my favorite, the 67-68 wheel!

After 3 hours searching for something to settle on, I found a company that makes a 15 inch, 67-68 original style replica steering wheel!

https://americanretro.com/

Does anyone prefer the 17 inch wheel?

suville · 02-12-2023, 11:37 AM

If you dont mind me asking what was the cost? They dont show that on the web site ya hafta call for pricing Thanks for your time

tim_mc · 02-12-2023, 11:57 AM

I'm interested in a 15" that looks like '67 OEM. I use my original 17" with power steering and would be interested in hearing from others on if steering improved with a smaller steering wheel, maybe making it less sensitive and more positive.

**LockDoc** · 02-12-2023, 12:12 PM

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The Impala one is $417 at Speedway Motors.

https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Speed...eel,58574.html

I didn't see the '67-'68 Pickup one on there.

LockDoc

**FirstOwner69** · 02-12-2023, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by suville

If you dont mind me asking what was the cost? They dont show that on the web site ya hafta call for pricing Thanks for your time

I found these sellers.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/266009631522

https://www.speedwaymotors.com/1967-...ch,506475.html

Casper42 · 02-12-2023, 05:12 PM

yes the 17's are just too big, and difficult to get use to if you've been driving modern vehicles for a while. I have a 15" in my 1972 and it's about the right size. I cannot imagine a 17" for daily use

**K10-Kansas** · 02-12-2023, 10:19 PM

I ordered mine from Affordable Street Rods for 365 because I already have a horn button.

https://www.affordablestreetrods.com...-rp-20001.html

I also found one on SpeedWay https://www.speedwaymotors.com/1967-...ch,506475.html for 400

**chiefcfd** · 02-12-2023, 11:01 PM

I just installed a 14 inch Forever Sharp wheel in mine. Much better feel.

**68 C10 Driver** · 02-16-2023, 02:32 PM

This is what I installed. It is a restored '65 El Camino wheel that was modified to fit my column.

ESC · 02-16-2023, 04:24 PM

They have em in stock at http://www.truckandcarshop.com/

I saw one hanging on the wall behind the counter.

ghackett1 · 02-20-2023, 06:22 PM

I wouldn’t mine the look and feel of a smaller wheel but with manual steering and not wanting to change it I’m gonna stick with the full size and leave it alone. Maybe someday I’ll upgrade to power steering and go for a smaller option.

CG · 02-20-2023, 06:23 PM

I like the original size wheel, probably would like the smaller wheel too, just something you would need to get used to. But man are they expensive, whew!

54blackhornet · 02-20-2023, 07:01 PM

Do all the 70/80 up to air bag wheels fit our pickups ?

**K10-Kansas** · 02-23-2023, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by CG

I like the original size wheel, probably would like the smaller wheel too, just something you would need to get used to. But man are they expensive, whew!

Yeah buddy they are. I'm glad the new 15 didn't cost anymore than the 17 inch but I wish in general they were cheaper.

**K10-Kansas** · 02-23-2023, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 54blackhornet

Do all the 70/80 up to air bag wheels fit our pickups ?

I know my 67-68 wheel is a direct fit for my 67-72 column but what's your setup?

**Palf70Step** · 02-23-2023, 09:09 AM

I believe all steering wheels up to 94 interchange. in 95, because of air bags, things changed. Not sure if splines are different or what. Just told they don't fit by local mechanic. Biggest difference is the horn connections or configuration between the generations. I have a 93 C1500 steering wheel on my 70. I believe before 67 they fit but the turn signal cams are way different and may not light up correctly.

**FirstOwner69** · 02-23-2023, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

I believe all steering wheels up to 94 interchange. in 95, because of air bags, things changed. Not sure if splines or different or what. Just told they don't fit by local mechanic. Biggest difference is the horn connections or configuration between the generations. I have a 93 C1500 steering wheel on my 70. I believe before 67 they fit but the turn signal cams are way different and may not light up correctly.

I agree.

I'm using a steering wheel from a 1993 S10 Blazer LT to preserve my near mint '69 wheel. There were at least 3 versions of this wheel used on '87 to '94 trucks Blazers and Suburbans depending on trim level and model. Mine is the leather wrapped version. See pictures below.

**FirstOwner69** · 02-23-2023, 07:17 PM

Closeups of the other 2 styles.

02-12-2023, 09:36 AM	#1
K10-Kansas Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Kansas City Posts: 481	American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel I found a 15 inch original style steering wheel. When I bought my 67-68 steering wheel from LMC and sat it onto my new steering column I was shocked. I've never sat in a C10 and held a 17 inch steering wheel. I don't know if it takes some getting use to but man it was comical. It's like holding a bus steering wheel while sitting in a pickup truck. It's disorienting for a person that is new to this. I decided I didn't want to risk it so went looking for a 15 inch wheel knowing I wouldn't find anything classy that looks OEM like my favorite, the 67-68 wheel! After 3 hours searching for something to settle on, I found a company that makes a 15 inch, 67-68 original style replica steering wheel! https://americanretro.com/ Does anyone prefer the 17 inch wheel? __________________ 1971 C10 manual cab. 76 4x4 chassis. Cut short frame. Carbureted Blueprint 350, automatic 700r4. ~ James

02-12-2023, 11:37 AM	#2
suville Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mtn. Home, Idaho Posts: 906	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel *If you dont mind me asking what was the cost? They dont show that on the web site ya hafta call for pricing Thanks for your time*

02-12-2023, 11:57 AM	#3
tim_mc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: St Peters, MO Posts: 436	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel I'm interested in a 15" that looks like '67 OEM. I use my original 17" with power steering and would be interested in hearing from others on if steering improved with a smaller steering wheel, maybe making it less sensitive and more positive. __________________ 1967 C20, 350 SBC w/Comp roller cam, 700R4 w/3.42 posi, PS, 4-wheel PDB, Old Air AC & GM Tilt column.

02-12-2023, 12:12 PM	#4
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,376	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel - The Impala one is $417 at Speedway Motors. https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Speed...eel,58574.html I didn't see the '67-'68 Pickup one on there. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

02-12-2023, 05:12 PM	#6
Casper42 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 312	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel yes the 17's are just too big, and difficult to get use to if you've been driving modern vehicles for a while. I have a 15" in my 1972 and it's about the right size. I cannot imagine a 17" for daily use __________________ '72 C10 Cheyenne SWB North Carolina truck for 50 years, 72k original miles, Medium/Hawaiian Blue, 3 owners - one for 40 years, garaged kept, original: sheetmetal, undercarriage, moldings, glass * * * New - engine rebuild at 65k in 2015, one repaint in 2010, new front bumper, houndstooth seat, carpet, 8 inch rally wheels on 275-60R-15, LED lighting. - Semper Paratus!

02-12-2023, 10:19 PM	#7
K10-Kansas Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Kansas City Posts: 481	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel I ordered mine from Affordable Street Rods for 365 because I already have a horn button. https://www.affordablestreetrods.com...-rp-20001.html I also found one on SpeedWay https://www.speedwaymotors.com/1967-...ch,506475.html for 400 __________________ 1971 C10 manual cab. 76 4x4 chassis. Cut short frame. Carbureted Blueprint 350, automatic 700r4. ~ James

02-12-2023, 11:01 PM	#8
chiefcfd Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Cadiz, Ky Posts: 512	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel I just installed a 14 inch Forever Sharp wheel in mine. Much better feel. __________________ 1972 Chevy LWB Roadster 1999 Chevy Silverado 2wd 2015 Chevy High Country 4x4 Crew Cab

02-16-2023, 02:32 PM	#9
68 C10 Driver Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Kathleen, GA Posts: 623	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel This is what I installed. It is a restored '65 El Camino wheel that was modified to fit my column. Attached Images

02-16-2023, 04:24 PM	#10
ESC Registered User Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 28	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel They have em in stock at http://www.truckandcarshop.com/ I saw one hanging on the wall behind the counter.

02-20-2023, 06:22 PM	#11
ghackett1 68 C10 Longbed Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 520	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel I wouldn’t mine the look and feel of a smaller wheel but with manual steering and not wanting to change it I’m gonna stick with the full size and leave it alone. Maybe someday I’ll upgrade to power steering and go for a smaller option.

02-20-2023, 06:23 PM	#12
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,813	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel I like the original size wheel, probably would like the smaller wheel too, just something you would need to get used to. But man are they expensive, whew! __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

02-20-2023, 07:01 PM	#13
54blackhornet Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Eastern Oregon Posts: 2,291	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel Do all the 70/80 up to air bag wheels fit our pickups ? __________________ 71 C-20 07 Magnum RT AWD

02-23-2023, 09:09 AM	#16
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,754	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel I believe all steering wheels up to 94 interchange. in 95, because of air bags, things changed. Not sure if splines are different or what. Just told they don't fit by local mechanic. Biggest difference is the horn connections or configuration between the generations. I have a 93 C1500 steering wheel on my 70. I believe before 67 they fit but the turn signal cams are way different and may not light up correctly. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God! Last edited by Palf70Step; 02-23-2023 at 07:01 PM.

02-23-2023, 07:17 PM	#18
FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,841	Re: American Retro 15 in replica steering wheel Closeups of the other 2 styles. Attached Images __________________ Jim



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