original steering wheel

[Don Smith]

suville: Glad to share

[nickp51chevy]

Cool, thanks. I'm gonna give it a try.

[67chevy1series]

wow that is awsome i like a big steering wheel it just symbolizes and old vehicle! ,but if i get bigger and more rounder then i will resort to this!

[spike38]

Originally Posted by Don Smith

nickp51chevy: I have used an 80's model Camero wheel that is a direct fit and is 14and 1/4 inches in diameter. I have also used a 90's Chevy truck wheel and it is 15 and 1/2 inches in dia. and does not require modification to fit.

I've been flip flopping back and forth about
whether to keep my original steering, Or
get a new smaller custom wheel.
I like the Camaro/C10 hybrid idea.

Thanks for the education.

Spike

[67chevy1series]

i would do stock if you are comfortiable with it spike

[jrdv]

My favorite wheel is one out of a 90's jeep cherokee. You can usually find one in a matching color and they bolt right up. The only problem is you have to use the jeep center cover.

[slick copper]

That looks awesome. I really really wanna do this to my steering wheel. Have you tried it on a truck? Is it centered?

[Don Smith]

I put this on my truck after I completed it. I really like the smaller diameter. I tried several other wheels (Camero, 90's truck, Grant) but I like this style. If I do another one I will make the cut in the wheel at the bottom where the spoke attaches after I have cut spokes out of course. I will also cut the spokes as close as possible to the rim so I wont have to weld pieces back to spokes. I can then trim the spokes if necessary. Plan on using several metal cutting blades, the core is hardened steel.

[msgross]

very cool... we should have a special thread for the FAQ section...

[slick copper]

Originally Posted by Don Smith

I put this on my truck after I completed it. I really like the smaller diameter. I tried several other wheels (Camero, 90's truck, Grant) but I like this style. If I do another one I will make the cut in the wheel at the bottom where the spoke attaches after I have cut spokes out of course. I will also cut the spokes as close as possible to the rim so I wont have to weld pieces back to spokes. I can then trim the spokes if necessary. Plan on using several metal cutting blades, the core is hardened steel.

But when driving and turning back through the corners does the wheel slide through your hands smoothley? Just wondering how hard it is to actually get it centered. Thanks,

[slick copper]

Guess I'm going to be attempting this in the near future. Just bought another steering wheel off of here. Don, sure wish you lived closer so you could help! Also did you used a paste to protect the plastic while welding? Soooo many questions, but can't wait to do this mod!

[slick copper]

There a thread in FAQ yet?

[Don Smith]

Yes, I used the blue heat absorbing paste, it comes in a tube and applied it liberally. It worked well, no melted plastic/rubber issues. The main issues I encountered 1) I cut the spokes too short initially and had to weld pieces back to the spokes.
(2)make the cut in the rim at the bottom spoke, it makes it easier to maintain perfect circle by giving some extra support to rim cut when welded (I cut the first one I did at the top)
Take it slow and clamp it well and you will have no problem keeping it centered. I will be happy to answer any questions.

[oldblue1968chevy]

TTT cool mod

any pic of the mentioned jeep wheel?

[litew8]

I like.

[junkcarguy]

Ok I'm now in the process of finishing moulds for a 15 inch 69-72 wheel for the mass market have not set a price but am wondering what the market will look like for them would start with a run of 50 in black and a run of 25 in grey to be painted to match any interest let me know
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[litew8]

I'd be interested to see them. Sandalwood color.

[shearjs]

I'm also interested in seeing where this goes.

[Pasby]

I'd be interested. $ - ?

[Bert W]

If I can swing the price, I'll put one in my 68 even if it's the wrong year. My son and I are on the large side and would love to have a smaller wheel. I don't need the big wheel w/PS.

[mrwilmoth]

Wow this is a cool mod, I'm really surprised no one has done a mold of this put them up forsale!

[rincones]

I copied John Smith's idea.
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[faribran]

I like the smaller steering wheel......now I am thinking the gear shift lever needs to be reduced accordingly

[K20chevy]

I´d take one for a 68! Converting mine to power steering so the smaller wheel would be great!