Hey Stephen. Nice work on the brackets.👍 I like the trick on welding the nut on the back of the plate. it turns a 2 man job into a 1 man job. Cool steering wheel. You are really coming along with your truck. My hat's off to your wife. She is doing a fantastic job videoing your channel. 👍👍
You just made my day! I just stuck my ls with trans on the frame with the cab and have been making myself sick figuring this all out! You made me feel so Mich better seeing my EXACT set up on your lift! Thank you sir!
Steve, Awesome video. This is just what I needed for my 54 Chevy Truck. I also have an LS Motor. I just ordered all my universal joints for my steering. I feel confident I can accomplish this task now. I love the dowel wood trick. Thanks for all the knowledge
Great video I'm working on a 55 1st series and basically following your 53 build. I like all your videos and thank you for taking the time to share your expertise. Tony
I tell to what! You do a awesome job, I stumbled onto your videos and I couldn't be happier. The measurements, the ideas are all great. A couple videos of yours I sat down with a pen and piece of paper! I'm building a 53 chevy 5 window 3100 short bed myself, if you ever get the time I'd love to get your email for more pictures from you! Thanks
Nice job with all the mods! I only have one problem with all the changes you've made. Just speaking for myself, I really don't like to mix all the Ford parts with Chevy parts but sometimes you just take the best of both worlds and make them work together. Good job!
Awesome video you should look into and Obs bench seat I nowticed right of the bat that I have more head room inside the cab with that obs seat you drop down a couple inches down and its more comfortable then the original seat
Great work Wondering if you can tell me what model headers you installed? I have tried the Shorty block hugger headers and they stick out to far from the LS engine. I makes my joint angles more than 30 degrees which causes a lot of play in the steering. Thanks Mark
It's frustrating. With all the goings on And now retired in Tennessee. The truck in Miami. My plans are changing. I bought a 1993 Chevy C10 for the engine.and of course When Juan is bored.... I'm thinking of dragging the body and all parts up here. My cheesy is nothing to write home about. So I'm thinking of using the 93 chassis. Shortening it. Bot I have everything I need .tank brakes TBI .everything for $300 bucks. Retirement price
Hi Steve. I'm still there. Finally retired from AA. And moved to Tennessee. Trying to figure out how I'm going to drag my 54 up here ( I have a huge shop here ).Lucky it came with a house. Keep up the good work. If you are ever in Tennessee again. I would love to meet you.
Very nice fix for the steering column, but couldn't you have bought a longer column in the first place and avoid all the "tinkering"? Love your build videos!
The problem with the longer column is it would’ve come really close to the exhaust manifold on the motor so I wanted it close to the firewall but still sticking through it a little bit
Your channel has been such a help restoring our 52 five window short bed. Did you remove the the brace that controls the outside air vent when you installed the brace for the brake booster? We can't find the brace for the brake booster from Classic, do you have a part number. They can't seem to get me a catalog.
Hi Steve, This is J. Barturen in Miami Springs ,Florida . I have been following your work on the 53, and you do awesome work. I just resurrected my 54 Chevy truck BEATER . It had been in hibernation for over 25 years. Now that I am retiring from AA, airlines, I am working on it, getting lots of Ideas from you. Thank you... Im trying to do it in the CHEAP. trying to make due with the original steering column, connected to the 1987 Chevy front suspension power steering via a Jeep Cherokee steering shaft. What could I use for the end of the 54 column tube ?. m using the on the 3 0n the column shifter as an automatic shifer... Ilove your work...
Juan that sounds like a cool project I would measure the inside diameter of the steering column and the outside diameter of the steering shaft if you’re lucky there might be a bearing available that could slide inside of the column to support the shaft if not I would use a bronze bushing that would slip into the column to support the shaft you could hold it in place with some set screws just drill and tap the column in three spots and probably 1/4 28 set screws to lock the bearing or bushing in place around the column
@@idahofabricator8710 Thank you very much for your Quick response . You now I'm addicted to your channel ... The bed on mine was trash, so after shortening the frame to what would have been a short bed.. I sold the remnants of the bed, Hey someone wanted them. I building a flat bed,, Yeah I like being different.. someday maybe I can send you pictures..
@@idahofabricator8710 I forgot, I plan to modify the original steering wheel , It's worth a try, I plan to find a good smaller diameter wheel cut the spokes on mine just enough to weld on the smaller diameter wheel , then epoxy and paint,, Hey ,, like I said, I like being different,,
Thank you.... You are helping me with the bet I made with my sons , that I would drive the truck to my Retirement home in Tennessee . They dont think I will do it ,HA !
Hi Steve. I have been working on my 54 again. I got a care package yesterday, My body mounts came in.One question. On the rear shackle style body mounts, How do one figure out how many shims to use, I took this apart Like an eternity ago.. Thank you..
Juan What I did one was I leveled the frame side to side front to back with jackstands and then I put a level in the cab and use the shims to level the cab to the frame I think I had three shims on one side and four on the other.
I had to come back and watch your video sir ..bin watching your build i myself are building a 53 chevy truck i got the same steering column .. would you be willing to make an sell the 2 brakets you made for your column they would make my installation way easier
I could build the brackets for you. Let me check out cost and shipping and I’ll get back to you. I’m not sure on payment process, but I believe PayPal would work if you have Paypal.
The original steering wheel won’t work with the aftermarket columns, splines are different and the the other difference is the original wheel is 18 inches in diameter and the new wheel that I got is 15 inches it’s a reproduction of a 1940 Ford steering wheel and with power steering you don’t need a large diameter wheel, originally these trucks were all manual steering so you needed the big diameter wheel.
SaintJames40 Check out this steering wheel at speedwaymotors.com the part number is 91032715 it’s a 1940 ford 15 inch steering wheel and will go on the idiot and flaming river columns without any adapters the steering columns are designed to except GM steering wheels for 1969 to 1994 that seems to be a universal adapter size for most aftermarket steering wheels the one from speedway motors doesn’t require an adapter the steering wheel just slips right on fits perfect and it looks old to check it out
Thanks for the question Louie all I did was use some hot glue and glued the doweling to a piece of 1x4 wood, I adjusted my tablesaw fence to cut the flat side on the dowel then move the fence a little closer, to cut off where the dowel was glued to the 1x4.
They’re made by Hooker they are cast iron headers rated for 500 hp they also use OEM Ls exhaust gaskets, I think you can get them in five different jet coat finishes I got them at summit racing.
I could make the brackets for you. Let me get back to when I figure out cost and shipping. I’m not sure about payment choices, but if you have Paypal I believe that would work. If not, let me know. Thanks
@@idahofabricator8710 i ordered some ididit parts that should be in soon. I'm curious to see how the column to dash mount works on what they're sending. Im not convinced and think your set up looks better. I'll let you know in the next week or so if you're still amenable to fabbing up that top/dash mount. Thanks!
@@smokeshow973 I got them both from speedway motors the part number for the column is 446-33010 and a part number for the steering wheel 910-32715 the column is from Ididit it very nice quality it’s a 30 inch long column plain steel so I can paint it to match and the steering wheel is a reproduction of a 1940 Ford and it fits the column without any adapters
It might not hurt to give Speedway a quick call just to double check but I’m almost positive they’re designed to fit GM style columns without any adapters
RIP Steve. I am still using these videos for my build
Hello from Nampa. Great job on the steering column and braces, the wood dowel trick is great. Keep up the good work.
Hey Stephen. Nice work on the brackets.👍 I like the trick on welding the nut on the back of the plate. it turns a 2 man job into a 1 man job. Cool steering wheel. You are really coming along with your truck. My hat's off to your wife. She is doing a fantastic job videoing your channel. 👍👍
Hey Steve , glad you are back , I have watched all of your videos , I'm doing a '52 Chevy short bed , your videos have been a terrific help , thx
going to start a 49 3100 soon. watch all your videos . will be a great help with some ideas l never thought of. thank you so much.
Great job, awesome example, it answered a few questions I had on completing my column installation.
Thanks for your kind words Gilbert I’m glad I was able to help with your project
You just made my day! I just stuck my ls with trans on the frame with the cab and have been making myself sick figuring this all out! You made me feel so Mich better seeing my EXACT set up on your lift! Thank you sir!
Always enjoy your videos, keep them going. Excellent step by step instructions and bracket ideas for easy installation.
Amazing. You are still Helping me. God Bless You Steve.
Steve, Awesome video. This is just what I needed for my 54 Chevy Truck. I also have an LS Motor. I just ordered all my universal joints for my steering. I feel confident I can accomplish this task now. I love the dowel wood trick. Thanks for all the knowledge
Great video I'm working on a 55 1st series and basically following your 53 build. I like all your videos and thank you for taking the time to share your expertise. Tony
Very creative ways of thinking thru and making your fittings, nice touch.
Thanks for diving into so much detail on all these videos!
Very nice brackets Steven, well though out, nice the gauges aren't in the way, everything fits real good
Excellent, videos, very detailed instructions. Thanks, i appreciate you sharing.
Good clean job, I wish I had a garage, my work on my 50 Chevy truck is all in the stupid back yard, but anyways good job nice.
Also great attention to detail you by far explain things to a t love it 💪👊
I tell to what! You do a awesome job, I stumbled onto your videos and I couldn't be happier. The measurements, the ideas are all great. A couple videos of yours I sat down with a pen and piece of paper!
I'm building a 53 chevy 5 window 3100 short bed myself, if you ever get the time I'd love to get your email for more pictures from you! Thanks
I swear this gentleman is a legend!!!
Nice job with all the mods! I only have one problem with all the changes you've made. Just speaking for myself, I really don't like to mix all the Ford parts with Chevy parts but sometimes you just take the best of both worlds and make them work together. Good job!
Another great video !
Very useful video indeed. Thanks
I trying to set my column and shafts to mustang rack. It's hasn't been easy . Hope your feeling better..
Awesome video you should look into and Obs bench seat I nowticed right of the bat that I have more head room inside the cab with that obs seat you drop down a couple inches down and its more comfortable then the original seat
Thanks for the info I am going to check into those seats
Awesome
The steering column bracket
Great work
Wondering if you can tell me what model headers you installed?
I have tried the Shorty block hugger headers and they stick out to far from the LS engine.
I makes my joint angles more than 30 degrees which causes a lot of play in the steering.
Thanks
Mark
It's frustrating. With all the goings on
And now retired in Tennessee. The truck in Miami. My plans are changing. I bought a 1993 Chevy C10 for the engine.and of course
When Juan is bored.... I'm thinking of dragging the body and all parts up here. My cheesy is nothing to write home about. So I'm thinking of using the 93 chassis. Shortening it. Bot I have everything I need .tank brakes TBI .everything for $300 bucks. Retirement price
Hi Steve. I'm still there. Finally retired from AA. And moved to Tennessee. Trying to figure out how I'm going to drag my 54 up here ( I have a huge shop here ).Lucky it came with a house. Keep up the good work. If you are ever in Tennessee again. I would love to meet you.
What part of Tennessee are you in.
@@idahofabricator8710 Loretto.Tennessee 30 min . south from Lawrenceburg
Come over any time you are in the area
Do you fabricate and sell the column to firewall brackets?
WOULD YOU SELL OLD STEERING WHEEL
Do you sell the two brackets you made to install steering column?
Very nice fix for the steering column, but couldn't you have bought a longer column in the first place and avoid all the "tinkering"? Love your build videos!
The problem with the longer column is it would’ve come really close to the exhaust manifold on the motor so I wanted it close to the firewall but still sticking through it a little bit
Your channel has been such a help restoring our 52 five window short bed. Did you remove the the brace that controls the outside air vent when you installed the brace for the brake booster? We can't find the brace for the brake booster from Classic, do you have a part number. They can't seem to get me a catalog.
Part number for the firewall bracket is 4753FBB that’s from CPP,
@@idahofabricator8710 Thank you for taking the time to find the number. Your videos are a big help.
Hi Steve, This is J. Barturen in Miami Springs ,Florida . I have been following your work on the 53, and you do awesome work. I just resurrected my 54 Chevy truck BEATER . It had been in hibernation for over 25 years. Now that I am retiring from AA, airlines, I am working on it, getting lots of Ideas from you. Thank you... Im trying to do it in the CHEAP. trying to make due with the original steering column, connected to the 1987 Chevy front suspension power steering via a Jeep Cherokee steering shaft. What could I use for the end of the 54 column tube ?. m using the on the 3 0n the column shifter as an automatic shifer... Ilove your work...
Juan that sounds like a cool project I would measure the inside diameter of the steering column and the outside diameter of the steering shaft if you’re lucky there might be a bearing available that could slide inside of the column to support the shaft if not I would use a bronze bushing that would slip into the column to support the shaft you could hold it in place with some set screws just drill and tap the column in three spots and probably 1/4 28 set screws to lock the bearing or bushing in place around the column
@@idahofabricator8710 Thank you very much for your Quick response . You now I'm addicted to your channel ... The bed on mine was trash, so after shortening the frame to what would have been a short bed.. I sold the remnants of the bed, Hey someone wanted them. I building a flat bed,, Yeah I like being different.. someday maybe I can send you pictures..
@@idahofabricator8710 I forgot, I plan to modify the original steering wheel , It's worth a try, I plan to find a good smaller diameter wheel cut the spokes on mine just enough to weld on the smaller diameter wheel , then epoxy and paint,, Hey ,, like I said, I like being different,,
Thank you.... You are helping me with the bet I made with my sons , that I would drive the truck to my Retirement home in Tennessee . They dont think I will do it ,HA !
Hi Steve. I have been working on my 54 again. I got a care package yesterday, My body mounts came in.One question. On the rear shackle style body mounts, How do one figure out how many shims to use, I took this apart Like an eternity ago.. Thank you..
Juan What I did one was I leveled the frame side to side front to back with jackstands and then I put a level in the cab and use the shims to level the cab to the frame I think I had three shims on one side and four on the other.
I'm building a 1955 chevy with 5.3 ls where did you get your brake booster and pedal assembly
I got it from a company called CPP they’re out of California.
I had to come back and watch your video sir ..bin watching your build i myself are building a 53 chevy truck i got the same steering column .. would you be willing to make an sell the 2 brakets you made for your column they would make my installation way easier
I could build the brackets for you. Let me check out cost and shipping and I’ll get back to you. I’m not sure on payment process, but I believe PayPal would work if you have Paypal.
That would be great if you could yes a would do PayPal
Love your videos... would you able to make and sell me them brackets i have a 52 chevy truck & my ididit steering column sits to low...thanks
Where did you order the steering column from?
I ordered my column from speedway motors they have the best price the part number is 446-1230D it’s a plain 30 inch tilt column with no shift
did you use the original column hole in the firewall.looks like its a little lower
You are correct Arthur I welded up original hole and when I found the exact spot I drilled a new hole The original opening was way too large
@@idahofabricator8710 thank you
Can I use the original 1952 steering wheel with a column like this?
The original steering wheel won’t work with the aftermarket columns, splines are different and the the other difference is the original wheel is 18 inches in diameter and the new wheel that I got is 15 inches it’s a reproduction of a 1940 Ford steering wheel and with power steering you don’t need a large diameter wheel, originally these trucks were all manual steering so you needed the big diameter wheel.
@@idahofabricator8710 i like the original look. so im wonder what will be comparable? I want something that looks old not new
SaintJames40 Check out this steering wheel at speedwaymotors.com the part number is 91032715 it’s a 1940 ford 15 inch steering wheel and will go on the idiot and flaming river columns without any adapters the steering columns are designed to except GM steering wheels for 1969 to 1994 that seems to be a universal adapter size for most aftermarket steering wheels the one from speedway motors doesn’t require an adapter the steering wheel just slips right on fits perfect and it looks old to check it out
What kind of Front end do you have on your 53 truck
It’s a weld in Mustang 2 front end from total cost involved
Where did you get your D shaped dowel rods?
Thanks for the question Louie all I did was use some hot glue and glued the doweling to a piece of 1x4 wood, I adjusted my tablesaw fence to cut the flat side on the dowel then move the fence a little closer, to cut off where the dowel was glued to the 1x4.
Can you tell me what exhaust manifolds you have on your engine?
They’re made by Hooker they are cast iron headers rated for 500 hp they also use OEM Ls exhaust gaskets, I think you can get them in five different jet coat finishes I got them at summit racing.
@@idahofabricator8710 thank you! I’m doing an LS swap in my 1952 3100 (on an s10 frame) and having trouble getting something that fits.
@@TurboNFRStwoK Let me know if you have any more questions.
What is the diameter of the steering wheel?
Thanks for the question Tim the steering wheel is 15 inches in diameter and got it from speedway motors part number 91032715 hope that helps
Don't suppose you want to make and sell a second set of those brackets?
I could make the brackets for you. Let me get back to when I figure out cost and shipping. I’m not sure about payment choices, but if you have Paypal I believe that would work. If not, let me know. Thanks
@@idahofabricator8710 i ordered some ididit parts that should be in soon. I'm curious to see how the column to dash mount works on what they're sending. Im not convinced and think your set up looks better. I'll let you know in the next week or so if you're still amenable to fabbing up that top/dash mount. Thanks!
I would like to purchase a bracket set up if you are willing to sell and ship
How much did u end up spending for both if u dont mind me asking
I don’t mind telling you I’m just not sure what two things you’re talking about the column and the steering wheel or something else
@@idahofabricator8710 yes both
@@smokeshow973 I got them both from speedway motors the part number for the column is 446-33010 and a part number for the steering wheel 910-32715 the column is from Ididit it very nice quality it’s a 30 inch long column plain steel so I can paint it to match and the steering wheel is a reproduction of a 1940 Ford and it fits the column without any adapters
@@idahofabricator8710 thank you again your truck is coming along nicely
WOULD YOU MAKE BRACKET TO SELL
Which bracket are you referring to Larry
Can you tell me where I can find the steering wheel.
Absolutely I got it from speedway motors it’s a reproduction of a 40 Ford but it’s sized for modern power steering very nice quality
@@idahofabricator8710 Thank you so much for the reply
Hello, I ordered the steering wheel. Can you tell me if this wheel is compatible with a standard universal speedway GM steering column ?
@@Romanrootergarage Yes the wheel is designed to fit GM style column that speedway sells
It might not hurt to give Speedway a quick call just to double check but I’m almost positive they’re designed to fit GM style columns without any adapters