Tilt steering column
05-21-08, 10:03 PM
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Tilt steering column
Hey all, I was wondering if anyone had swapped a non tilt steering column for one that does? I'm getting an FD next week and it doesn't have a tilt steering column and it would be nice if I could swap one in. I can drive it without it, but it would make it a bit more comfortable cuz I'm a pretty big guy. Any help would be nice. It's a 93 touring too, and the reason I'm getting it is it's the only local one that the owner is willing to sell.
05-22-08, 11:32 AM
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hmm... i thought some of them had it, guess not, but yeah, maybe I could look into the turboII steering column thing, or maybe a custom fab?
actually the guy I'm buying it from, this is his third FD, and he said his two previous ones had a tilt steering wheel, maybe the 94 or 95 ones did?
actually the guy I'm buying it from, this is his third FD, and he said his two previous ones had a tilt steering wheel, maybe the 94 or 95 ones did?
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hmm... i thought some of them had it, guess not, but yeah, maybe I could look into the turboII steering column thing, or maybe a custom fab?
actually the guy I'm buying it from, this is his third FD, and he said his two previous ones had a tilt steering wheel, maybe the 94 or 95 ones did?
actually the guy I'm buying it from, this is his third FD, and he said his two previous ones had a tilt steering wheel, maybe the 94 or 95 ones did?
No FD's ever came with tilt steering. Doesn't sound like it would be easy to do either. Most guys will buy a smaller steering wheel with a flat bottom. Also you could get a detachable hub for the wheel so you can take it off when you get out of the vehicle.
05-22-08, 01:02 PM
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Might do that, sounds like a reasonable solution, what diameter would is the stock one? I haven't actually gotten the car yet as the owner is out of town so I can't exactly go measure it.
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correct me if i'm wrong. but i think the reason it doesnt have tilt steering is because with right hand drive models, the downpipe has to bend around the steering column.
05-22-08, 04:13 PM
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I don't think the challenge is finding a column that will tilt and fit in, it's adapting the ignition stuff, airbag wiring, etc. It's a big job.
Most people looking for a better fit do well with a smaller wheel that is spaced closer to the driver. That brings the wheel further away from the knees.
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Most people looking for a better fit do well with a smaller wheel that is spaced closer to the driver. That brings the wheel further away from the knees.
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05-22-08, 05:04 PM
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As Sgtblue said, the Touring and PEP models are lacking in headroom, you may want to look for a Base or R1/R2 model so that you don't have to deal with the sunroof motor sucking up what little headroom we have to begin with.
05-28-08, 04:03 PM
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yeah, i don't care about the head room, i fit fine with that, it's just i keep banging my knees on the steering wheel, but i'll see what I can do about getting a smaller one, my only complaint with that is then I lose the airbag with most aftermarket steering wheels.
05-28-08, 04:09 PM
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yeah, i don't care about the head room, i fit fine with that, it's just i keep banging my knees on the steering wheel, but i'll see what I can do about getting a smaller one, my only complaint with that is then I lose the airbag with most aftermarket steering wheels.
05-28-08, 05:19 PM
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thanks for the advice guys, I'll totally look into that, any opinions on which company's products are the best quality? as far as spacers/ quick release adapters and steering wheels
05-28-08, 10:59 PM
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I don't know what is the "best quality", but here's what I went with:
DAIKEI Boss Hub Adapter for 1990-1997 Miata
NRG Steering Wheel Quick Release Adapter (not the slim adapter)
Momo 320mm Steering Wheel
Now, just FYI, I don't recommend a 320mm or smaller steering wheel unless you are tracking your car.
DAIKEI Boss Hub Adapter for 1990-1997 Miata
NRG Steering Wheel Quick Release Adapter (not the slim adapter)
Momo 320mm Steering Wheel
Now, just FYI, I don't recommend a 320mm or smaller steering wheel unless you are tracking your car.
09-27-08, 03:36 AM
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update: I bought a sparco 320mm steering wheel and got it on today finally, i love it, it's red and black and fits the car perfectly, thanks again for all the advice guys.
