63 vs 65 steering column

[Zimm63]

Looking to replace the steering column in my 63.  I understand the 65s are different in how the lower end is set up.  Can anyone provide a picture or description of the differences?

 

 

[gord14080]

I would like to see photo of a 65 steering column where it meets the flex coupler, 

thanks in advance! Gordon Purves.

[DualQuadDave]

I have 64 and 65 columns, will try to get pics up this weekend.  What is wrong with your 63 column?

[Zimm63]

Stiff/malfunctioning switch, broken cable, broken actuator lever, bad chrome.

Edited January 4, 2018 by Zimm63 (see edit history)

[telriv]

I installed a '63 tilt column in my '64 that originally came from the factory with a standard column. Don't remember running into any problems.

[gord14080]

I don’t have anything to keep the shaft centered ,seems I am missing something,some sort of bearing?

yes I have manuals,but cannot find good description.

[telriv]

The tilt columns don't have a bearing/sleeve at the end. The shaft just "Floats" in there. I made a bearing/sleeve from a piece of Delron ( a sort of slippery plastic) & held it in place with a couple self tapping screws. Also keeps the heat from coming up the column.

[pyntre]

I actually sent my original 65 column to Ididit a few years back and they used it to make a direct replacement ,,, the new column fits like a glove , although it lacks the chrome lower shielding the original had ... I would think they would have taken measurements for their inventory of columns ,,, maybe ???? 

[gord14080]

Telriv,that was my concern,yes I think I shall do something to close that tube like you did .

thanks for the reply, I thought I may have lost.something from the bottom of the column.

Thanks again,Gordon Purves.