Fwd: <VV> steering column interchangeability

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In a message dated 12/5/04 6:23:01 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
Lazypine@earthlink.net writes:

> virtualvairs@corvair.org

I switched the long shaft in a '65 convertible to a '66 short shaft.  You 
will need to have a gasket on hand or the material to make one to seal the shaft 
flange where it goes through the firewall.  The biggest hassle was getting to 
the coupling.  On the '65 there is an "xed" area in the left wheet well that 
you will have to open with a chisel.  If the gas tank is out things are easier. 
 Wear gloves unless you have carbon fiber knuckles.

Bob Hall
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Date: Sun, 5 Dec 2004 06:24:43 -0500
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Hi, I'm working on a 65 with the long steering box shaft(box to horn button).
I have a telescopic column that looks like it is out of a 66 or later. I
planned on changing the steering box out with one of the "flaming river" quick
ratio boxes that has the very short shaft (67-69). I realize I will be
required to figure out the length of shaft needed with appropriate couplers.
My biggest concern is the differences in the firewall where the column base
attaches. Anyone been down this road? Thanks Neal
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