[matts37chev]

I see measurements on steering column adds
where are they measuring from and to?
Steering wheel mounting surface to?

[eloc431962]

I figure it would be measured from the collar down to the end of the shaft it self where it would slip into the coupling to connect at the sector. JMO




Cole

[Joe G]

Yup, like Cole said.......

[Irelands child]

For most cars, IDIDIT has a pretty good write up and recommendation. You can call them as well. I ended up speaking with the owner at an NSRA show and purchased mine at a 'show' price, not a heluva big saving, but at least a few bucks.

Another way, and how I 'proved' his choice for me was to install my seat frames, add a bit for sliders(2x4's), a guesstimate using pillows for upholstery and made up a test set up using a piece of plywood, cut to the approximate diameter of a usual aftermarket steering wheel and attached it to a piece of large diameter dowel. That dowel and steering wheel plus the adapter length that IDIDIT suggested made my length. He was 100% correct with the 32" column. I'm also using a tilt version as well - being tall has it's advantages, but not for building '30s automobiles. The tilt makes it easy for me to get in and out easily.

Here's IDIDIT's TECH INFO



And one more point - there are two 'normal' adapters - 5 bolt for Grant steering wheels and 9 bolt for LeCarra and most others. There are others, but for race type wheels

[enjenjo]

Flaming river and Ididit measure from the top of the column shroud to the bottom end of the shaft.

[matts37chev]

thanks guys
nice link

I was walking around in the garage, and I seen a column that I have hanging on the wall (one that I'm hoping to use)

and I wondered how long it was, compared to all the adds I see?

then I realized, I dont know how to measure one

[matts37chev]

the one I have is 33" I hope its going to work

[Irelands child]

Originally Posted by matts37chev

the one I have is 33" I hope its going to work

If I already had one, I would by hook or crook, make it work My guesstimate is that a 34" would be better, but with Borgeson or Flaming River shafting, u-joints, vibration isolators, etc, that inch will reappear.