Steering Column Bracket

[Bouncy B]

Is there some sort of bracket that attaches the steering column to the dash? My truck was missing some parts when I got it and I think this is one of them. So, what does it look like and where can I get one?

Richard

[bkahler]

Is there some sort of bracket that attaches the steering column to the dash? My truck was missing some parts when I got it and I think this is one of them. So, what does it look like and where can I get one?

Richard

Richard,

The bracket is made of of two U shaped clamps that have ears on them. I can send pictures later today if you would like. The ears bolt to the dash.

Brad

[Merle Coggins]

Here's a shot of the one on my parts truck. It looks like the rubber sleeve is shot, but it's your's if you want it. Send me a PM or email (luv2wingit@sbcglobal.net)

Merle

[Vintrader]

Has anyone ever tried to modify this bracket so that the steering column is more upright? This would give a little more Belly Room, that I for one could use. Dutch

[MBF]

I think the columns on the 48-50 are tiltled a little more forward than those in the '51's and later. My 52 (actuall a '49)has the wheel is much closer to being horizontal than the later model trucks. To change the angle of the steering shart I think you're going to have to redrill the steering box mounting holes in the frame since the u shaped bracket only supports the outer tube of the steering shaft which supports the steering wheel bearing. That was the reason I didn't replace my steering box-I liked the angle that it is at, and the parts box from the 52 I have is not just a bolt in swap. Mike

[mackster]

or you can just try a smaller steering wheel....wouldn't that work?

[Vintrader]

Yea but I like that Big Ole Dodge Wheel, and I need to keep her stock lookin. I think it is one of those things that seem like it would be easy. Until you try and do it.

Guess I will have to start walkin to the BEER STORE . Dutch

[MBF]

Dutch-you can see how mine is setup and compare it to yours at our show in Rhinebeck. Mike

[Young Ed]

In the 39-47 trucks I've seen 2 different styles. One like the one pictured above and one where the top of the circle is pretty much touching the dash. So the column would sit about 2 inches up with that style. You can kind of see mine in this picture.