1958 Steering Wheel Install

[Bob W.]

Can someone tell me whaere to find install directions and pictures of how to install the steering wheel back on my 1958. Took it apart over 5 years ago with the intention of getting it back on right away. Never took pictures so I'm in a bind now.

[Philip P.]

Re: 1958 Steering Wheel Install

There is a little about it in the ST-12 section 9, mainly have the wheels pointing straight and place the steering wheel with the spokes in the proper orientation and tighten the nut if you did not mark it, that should get it close.

[Jerry W.]

Re: 1958 Steering Wheel Install

Copied from Rarecorvettes.com

Another important thing to know is that the steering wheel must only be installed in one position on the steering shaft. Even though the wheel can be installed in about two dozen positions on the spline, it can only work properly in one position. If you will look closely, you will see that there is a "hash mark" on the upper end of the steering shaft. It is right on the end of the shaft, encircled by the nut that holds the steering wheel on. This mark looks like the hands of a clock. As you turn the steering wheel, the mark will pass the 12 o'clock position five times from lock to lock. When the hash mark is placed in the 12 o'clock position, in the center of its travel, the steering wheel must be installed with the two turn signal cancelling pins close to the left door. They will be one above the other, and equally close to the left door. At this time, one spoke of the steering wheel will be pointing straight down. This is the only way the wheel should be installed. With the steering wheel held in this position, the third arm of the steering linkage should be oriented straight ahead as shown in the illustration

[Bob W.]

Re: 1958 Steering Wheel Install

I was also looking for how to install the turn signal mechanism

[Dennis C.]

Re: 1958 Steering Wheel Install

I was also looking for how to install the turn signal mechanism

Bob,

The turn signal switch screws to the right side of the hub. You will see the screw holes for it. The wires need to snake down the steering column and exit by the slot in the lower half.

Be sure to tighten the nut holding the steering wheel securely to the proper torque and be sure to use the flat washer and lock washer. Also,once you are done, you should stake the nut so it doesn't loosen up.

Dennis

[Jerry W.]

Re: 1958 Steering Wheel Install

Bob..Here's a link to complete list of repairs...you'll find one on Turn Signal

http://rarecorvettes.com/RARE/HowTo.html

[Bob W.]

Re: 1958 Steering Wheel Install

Thanks, this is what I was looking for.

What is the best way to set the rivets for putting the steering wheel and hub back together

[John F.]

Re: 1958 Steering Wheel Install

Hope these help.

[Bob W.]

Re: 1958 Steering Wheel Install

Thanks Guys for the help, pictures are great