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11-01-2003, 02:13 PM
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Shortening Steering Column
All my steering columns are to long,I've heard of shortening a steering column.would someone know how to do this and whats involved,is this possoble? Did a search in KB couldn't find anything.Thanks
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11-01-2003, 04:54 PM
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Most people avoid shortening columns because of the liability problems if things don't go 100%. You can shorten any shaft and housing if you use common sense and are a good welder. Just remember to reinforce any welds on the shaft with an outer brace.
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11-03-2003, 11:14 AM
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Check out Speedways newest catalog, they are selling a super short column now, have not talked to anyone that has used it, but might be a good idea.
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11-03-2003, 02:04 PM
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Shortened a T-Bird column for my 53 ford. It had a splined lower end that I needed so I went up about 3" and made the first cut, then cut the rest off. I then found a 4" piece of Heavy Wall (at least 1/8-3/16") tubing that fit snugly over the shaft. Installed it 2" over one end and welded it all around and then did the other end. Make sure the sleeve fits with No slop and that your welds are good and your done.
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11-04-2003, 03:50 AM
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Thanks for the advice and help,found a S-10 that might work,or take a look on the way Pony did his,
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