Thread: Which salvage steering column to use?

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Here it is in kit form.

Discounting the steering column drop, etc. you'll have to machine up some pieces.

The ball bearing retainers may not be required depending on the column diameter, wall thickness etc.
Using a steel column may make retaining the bearings easy.

What you will need is a couple of retainers that clamp to each end of the steering shaft proper so as to keep it in place and have the proper bearing play - which is set at zero.

Ball bearings used are sealed bearings.

Steering shaft used is a stock GM non-tilt shaft that's 37" long.
It comes out at the right length for most roadster type cars.
Found in vans and passenger cars circa 1970's - 1980's or so.
Last one I bought was $5.00

Cockpit ergonomics will be correct and the U-joints will end up at a good angle with reasonable clearance to the rear exhaust port. (455 Buick engine.)

I've used a similar steering setup in my 32, 44,000 miles and no probs.