Removable steering wheel

[65 3 times]

I need to convert to a removable steering wheel for entry clearance. I have used and can find stuff for solid race columns but I want to retain factory column. I can use either factory or aftermarket wheel but need a large diameter because of manual steer. Any Ideas..or thoughts. Thanks....Dave (I do not want to weld to end of factory column)

 

[mmissile]

Build another complete column, if you want to retain and not alter factory stuff.

 

[Budnicks]

Get an adapter to bolt to the OE column &
weld {or drill & bolt} the quick disconnect & new steering wheel connection to it

 

[dvw]

I used the OE column. I repaced the shaft with .750x.083 molt tube. The upper bowl is gutted and glued back on to an aluminum disk cut from .125" aluminum. The bowl is now just a cover The top part of the column is a aluminum tube holding a bearing. The adapter bolts to the wheel and the hex is welded to the shaft. Pics tell the story.
Doug

 

[mmissile]

Looks nice. I did something similar....but a pull type release.

http://www.strangeengineering.net/dragrace/steering-components/quick-release-couplers.html

 

[flyingfarley]

I need to convert to a removable steering wheel for entry clearance. I have used and can find stuff for solid race columns but I want to retain factory column. I can use either factory or aftermarket wheel but need a large diameter because of manual steer. Any Ideas..or thoughts. Thanks....Dave (I do not want to weld to end of factory column)

Grant Industries used to make a removable steering wheel adapter for stock steering columns, used as a theft prevention thing...they may still make it?

 

[65 3 times]

I am always humbled by the skill and knowledge available on this site. Thank you all. I ordered a Grant
GRT-3021 adaptor. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/grt-3021 I will let you know how this works out.
Once again Thank You all. (pictures really help. We always see new methods and skills)

 

[SUPERSTOCKRACER]

I used the OE column. I repaced the shaft with .750x.083 molt tube. The upper bowl is gutted and glued back on to an aluminum disk cut from .125" aluminum. The bowl is now just a cover The top part of the column is a aluminum tube holding a bearing. The adapter bolts to the wheel and the hex is welded to the shaft. Pics tell the story.
Doug

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Stop freaking teasing me with that work of art. Geez.

You know how bad I want that in my 65 Plymouth.

 

[dvw]

Stop freaking teasing me with that work of art. Geez.

You know how bad I want that in my 65 Plymouth.

Trade ya for a pair of those Book Carbs

 

[SUPERSTOCKRACER]

Trade ya for a pair of those Book Carbs

Why,
am I teasing you? lol

 

[OldFolksMopar]

Looks nice. I did something similar....but a pull type release.

http://www.strangeengineering.net/dragrace/steering-components/quick-release-couplers.html

Damn, that is one nice looking interior!! What is it in? Larry

 

[mmissile]

Thanks. My WO car.