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ianclark1275

posted on 2/12/06 at 12:15 PM Reply With Quote
steering wheel too far from dash

Hi,

when fitting the standard sierra column, to the MK modified lower column, the steering wheel is where it is.

now if i want to shorten the column, can you push the triangular section back up into the outer column ?

it is only pressed in by looking at it.

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StevieB

posted on 2/12/06 at 12:37 PM Reply With Quote
If you have the adjustable column, it should be able to move a little.

PS - where in York are you?

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ianclark1275

posted on 2/12/06 at 12:43 PM Reply With Quote
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PaulBuz

posted on 2/12/06 at 04:49 PM Reply With Quote
Ian, your steering wheel is not fixed sticking that far out to the side is it?





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RichardK

posted on 2/12/06 at 05:24 PM Reply With Quote
Haven't seen front lower wishbones like them before with the coilover mounting bracket underneath, where are they from?

Just been nosey

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andrew.carwithen

posted on 2/12/06 at 06:25 PM Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by ianclark1275
Hi,

when fitting the standard sierra column, to the MK modified lower column, the steering wheel is where it is.

now if i want to shorten the column, can you push the triangular section back up into the outer column ?

it is only pressed in by looking at it.


It is certainly easy to extend the column by knocking the inner section out. I applied a pair of molegrips to it and gave them a few smart downward taps with a hammer.
So, it should be worth trying to do the opposite. Though, if it takes more than gentle persuasion using the above method to push it up, then I'd say it is already fully 'bottomed out.'

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lexi

posted on 2/12/06 at 06:34 PM Reply With Quote
Methinks they are built to accomadate a nice long pair of coilovers?
Alex








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DavidM

posted on 2/12/06 at 07:37 PM Reply With Quote
I think the triangular bit is one of the key parts that makes the column collapsible as it slides into the column body in the event of a frontal impact. If you push it in too far it may give you problems at SVA dependant on final configuration.

David





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ianclark1275

posted on 5/12/06 at 04:01 PM Reply With Quote
Paul, No steering wheel is not fixed, actually got rid of the escort one and used the sierra column.

Richard, The lower wishbones came with the struts as a job lot. (second hand)

Also i have tapped the triang tube into the coulmn about 1.5 inch and i stopped hitting it., dont know about how much travel is left but can knock it in max and then reset to desired.

also, there is something about >15 deg angle in steering system? (fixed systems) i think it passes this also.

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ianclark1275

posted on 19/1/25 at 10:18 PM Reply With Quote
Hi fellow builders

Thanks for the advice

Getting closer to IVA....its taken longer than expected lol

Just a few question to see what you can recommend..

1. Dashboards - anyone go Carbon ? and does it have the radius required at the bottom ?
2. Rear arches - do they need rubber edging on them?
3. seats (MK) do they need rubber edging all round then not just in seat belt holes?
4. Moveable seat runners - Long legs (Me) and short legs (Dad) 2 lock positions - is that ok?
5. Brake master cylinder - does it need additional steel plate in bulkhead ie doubled up ?
6. Centre rear view mirror ? as well as side mirrors (we are non windscreen)
7. Decent set of compliant dash switches - BMW mini ?

Also

VIN Pack - We are using MK2 Escort - do you apply to DVLA and get a Chassis number sent back and then put the plate on and the chassis stamped (welded plate) ? Then apply for IVA?

Car in York so will take it to Beverley i recon.





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ianclark1275

posted on 19/1/25 at 10:21 PM Reply With Quote
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JoelP

posted on 19/1/25 at 10:22 PM Reply With Quote
18 years later lol. At least you've not quit in that time!
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ianclark1275

posted on 19/1/25 at 10:27 PM Reply With Quote
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18 years later lol. At least you've not quit in that time!




Honestly, you need the Dunkirk Spirit sometimes lol

I recall dropping into the lads at Maltby and getting bits welded and it was all exciting etc

its go to be the final push this summer.

We have done Donnington Track day in 2023 and Cadwell Park in 2024 (first high speed run) for shakedowns which were very useful

Just needs last bits doing





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