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CRoe
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 Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 10:40 pm Post subject: Turn signal lever clearance problems |
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I just put a Grant GT 13 1/2 inch steering wheel on my 65 and have a slight problem..........the turn signal lever is very close to and nearly touches the wheel. I can't turn without turning on the signal so I need to move it out of the way. Has anyone successfully straightened the lever? I know it's probably pot metal but do you think it could be heated and bent straight or would any other year lever fit my 65? Thanks
Clyde
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DerekR
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You will not be able to straighten the t/sig arm, it will break. Dont ask how I know 
You need the extension kit to move the wheel out more to clear
Here:
http://64.60.165.189/p-314-steering-wheel-extension-kit.aspx
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CRoe
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| Posted: Thu Feb 25, 2010 12:05 am Post subject: Turn signal lever clearance problems |
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Thank you (and I won't ask...ha ha.) I never thought of that. Thanks again.
Clyde
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runamoc 
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Or just 'chop' off the length needed so the stalk doesn't hit you hands when driving.
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Culito
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| Posted: Thu Feb 25, 2010 9:43 am Post subject: |
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| Or just 'chop' off the length needed so the stalk doesn't hit you hands when driving. |
I did this in my old bug - made the turn signal arm a 'stubby'.
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