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« on: August 15, 2003, 06:56:52 AM » |
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I'm currently undertaking a V8 conversion into a FC sedan.
I have a CRS HR front end with front mounted rack.
For RTA requirements, I have to fit a collapsable column.
Can anyone suggest a suitable column that will enable me to meet the objectives of keeping an original look, ie dash ignition and FC wheel, column auto shift, and is also collapsable?
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Glenn 'Stinky' Stankevicius
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« Reply #1 on: August 15, 2003, 09:57:49 AM » |
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How about an LC Torana column auto? LCs had ignition on the dash so it would be a fairly plain column. AFAIK the LC column is collapsible.
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robbzfc58
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« Reply #2 on: August 15, 2003, 12:04:12 PM » |
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hk-t-g is also collapsable
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Dr_Terry
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« Reply #3 on: August 15, 2003, 06:57:49 PM » |
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Hi Guys.
The HK/T/G Column is similar to the LC Torana 6 column. However the LC has a better auto trans indicator, which is away from the dash facia.
It's the combination of tha original steering wheel & the column auto selector that is the most difficult.
If you go to a later model steering wheel or a floor selector (or both) your available choice will be wider.
Regards.
Dr Terry.
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ekmad
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« Reply #4 on: August 16, 2003, 09:32:15 AM » |
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There is a guy in Beaudesert who can convert EK auto holden steering columns to a collapsible rack and pinion system by using VB/C/H column parts. From inside the car you can't any difference and he rigs up the auto selector to do it's job. I am not sure whether he can rig up a manual column change.
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« Reply #5 on: August 16, 2003, 09:39:19 AM » |
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ekmad, I for one would like his contact details please, Beaudesert, thats where I got my Ambulance from!
Gary
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Fast_Eddie
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« Reply #6 on: August 16, 2003, 07:55:23 PM » |
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Ekmad,
That sounds promising.
Do you have the guy's details.
Where is Beaudesert?
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Chuck
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« Reply #7 on: August 17, 2003, 01:16:45 AM » |
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Fast Eddie I would contact this guy: Rod at rodsracks@hypermax.net.au (07) 5541 4967 0419 760 987. He makes a collapsible column utilising a commodore lower column section mated to your original upper. That way you can retain your factory wheel, blinkers etc... If you call him, he will e-mail you an excellent document including pictures - really, really helpfull bloke Cheers - Chuck |
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« Reply #8 on: August 17, 2003, 06:49:20 AM » |
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Fast Eddie -
Chuck has already given you the details of the same guy, Rodsracks at beaudesert.
EKMAD
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Fast_Eddie
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« Reply #9 on: August 17, 2003, 08:21:05 AM » |
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Thanks guys, I'll follow through on it, and let you know the result.
Ed
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Fast_Eddie
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« Reply #10 on: August 19, 2003, 06:06:55 AM » |
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Got the information from Rod.
Basically he makes a collapsable column out of your early Holden column, the floor plate and a early model Commodore column.
Anyone got a spare column, floor plate and early Commodore column they want to sell? I'll post on parts wanted.
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Ed
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