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edmonton72 · 12-05-2006, 02:42 AM

I have found a local ad for a GM Van tilt column. What kind of modifications would have to be done to fit this into my 72. Is the wiring plug the same? If it has a shifter what would I have to do to remove it because i am going with a B&M floor shifter. And finally what's the difference between these columns then then stock truck and aftermarket ones.

Southedisto · 12-05-2006, 08:05 AM

The part number for the adapter is 1894851 you GM dealer can get them, less than 10$. Someone on the board may have one to sell.

Here is the link that I used to mod mine.
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=modified+tilt

neonlarry · 12-05-2006, 08:12 AM

And this:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=63328

Huck · 12-05-2006, 09:40 AM

The van tilt needs to be a late 60's to early/mid 70's without the keylock on the column. The Van units are longer then the truck columns so the lower shaft will need to be shortened. The Van unit has the neutral safety switch located where the column come close to the pedal mount so it would have to be removed---you could rewire this to the floor shifter with some creative tweeking. You can get flat connector to curved connector from GM. Modifying the column for floor shift would require either cutting and smoothing the upper cover (shifter, indicator, pointer holder) or replacing this with the floor shift pieces (you'll never find them!!). Alternative is an aftermarket column from Ididit which will set you back around $400.
I would do the Van thing and keep it simple/cheap. Just be sure to position the steering wheel to allow for thanksgiving dinner impacts! hehehehe

Longhorn Man · 12-05-2006, 06:13 PM

if it is an early van unit, there will be 2 locations for the neutral safety switch... but you aren't going to need it anyways, just remove it and forget about it. (Hooking the NSS on your floor shifter is on you... if you go to a track that goes by NHRA rules, you'll get kicked out without it) The early van units have the 1/2 moon turn signal switch plug too.
How much are they asking for this column if I may ask... They aren't really worth a WHOLE LOT unless redone and real nice.

edmonton72 · 12-05-2006, 11:10 PM

The column is from an 82. I haven't phoned the guy yet so I don't know what kind of shape it is in. He's asking $140 cnd. for whuch is around $120 usd. I'm still wondering if I should go with this column or an ididit or flaming river column.

Longhorn Man · 12-06-2006, 01:30 AM

there were only a hand full of 82's without the ignition switch... make sure this is one of them. The *normal* 82 column will be a bit of a PITA to install.
120 isn't too bad if it is decent to nice.

12-05-2006, 02:42 AM	#1
edmonton72 Nothings as cool as my 72 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Edmonton, AB, Kanuckastan Posts: 181	Van Tilt Column Questions I have found a local ad for a GM Van tilt column. What kind of modifications would have to be done to fit this into my 72. Is the wiring plug the same? If it has a shifter what would I have to do to remove it because i am going with a B&M floor shifter. And finally what's the difference between these columns then then stock truck and aftermarket ones. __________________ 1972 C10 Longbox In the middle of body off restoration Rebuilt 355, turbo 400, 3.42 12-bolt Rolling chassis finally done and cab mounted. Now onto sanding, bondo and more sanding.

12-05-2006, 08:05 AM	#2
Southedisto River life...... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Orangeburg SC Posts: 1,078	Re: Van Tilt Column Questions The part number for the adapter is 1894851 you GM dealer can get them, less than 10$. Someone on the board may have one to sell. Here is the link that I used to mod mine. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=modified+tilt __________________ I like wheelin in Dixie!

12-05-2006, 08:12 AM	#3
neonlarry Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Vacaville, CA Posts: 2,746	Re: Van Tilt Column Questions And this: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=63328 __________________ 70 C/10 Light Red 350/TH350, HEI, Duals w/40 series Flows, 91 seat, LED taillights 99 Pontiac S/C GTP, SLP Ram Air hood, GMPP Konis & springs 95 Neon ACR, MP PCM, AFX UDP, 3.0 CAI

12-05-2006, 09:40 AM	#4
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Re: Van Tilt Column Questions The van tilt needs to be a late 60's to early/mid 70's without the keylock on the column. The Van units are longer then the truck columns so the lower shaft will need to be shortened. The Van unit has the neutral safety switch located where the column come close to the pedal mount so it would have to be removed---you could rewire this to the floor shifter with some creative tweeking. You can get flat connector to curved connector from GM. Modifying the column for floor shift would require either cutting and smoothing the upper cover (shifter, indicator, pointer holder) or replacing this with the floor shift pieces (you'll never find them!!). Alternative is an aftermarket column from Ididit which will set you back around $400. I would do the Van thing and keep it simple/cheap. Just be sure to position the steering wheel to allow for thanksgiving dinner impacts! hehehehe

12-05-2006, 06:13 PM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Van Tilt Column Questions if it is an early van unit, there will be 2 locations for the neutral safety switch... but you aren't going to need it anyways, just remove it and forget about it. (Hooking the NSS on your floor shifter is on you... if you go to a track that goes by NHRA rules, you'll get kicked out without it) The early van units have the 1/2 moon turn signal switch plug too. How much are they asking for this column if I may ask... They aren't really worth a WHOLE LOT unless redone and real nice.

12-05-2006, 11:10 PM	#6
edmonton72 Nothings as cool as my 72 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Edmonton, AB, Kanuckastan Posts: 181	Re: Van Tilt Column Questions The column is from an 82. I haven't phoned the guy yet so I don't know what kind of shape it is in. He's asking $140 cnd. for whuch is around $120 usd. I'm still wondering if I should go with this column or an ididit or flaming river column. __________________ 1972 C10 Longbox In the middle of body off restoration Rebuilt 355, turbo 400, 3.42 12-bolt Rolling chassis finally done and cab mounted. Now onto sanding, bondo and more sanding.

12-06-2006, 01:30 AM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Van Tilt Column Questions there were only a hand full of 82's without the ignition switch... make sure this is one of them. The normal 82 column will be a bit of a PITA to install. 120 isn't too bad if it is decent to nice.



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