So after reading up on the 87-91 steering columns it seems that parts are a beach to find. I plan on keeping this truck for a long time and don't want to end up with a bad column and no parts available. Aside from finding a good JY part what are the current options? I need the tilt function or at least need the column locked in the uppermost position but even some of the $$$$ rebuilders just convert tilt to non-tilt. I still would have bought the truck if I knew this ahead of time but it's a bit unfortunate something essential like the steering column has so little available, unless I'm mistaken in my parts searching. I can deal with expensive but if it's NLA that's a whole different deal.
Aside from finding a good JY part what are the current options? What years/models can be swapped in? Does the column need to be setup for cruise control or can that wiring be swapped over? And I've found info about a full OBS dash swap but just wondering about swapping the column. I can't do the fab work but if it's not too much I do know an excellent welder and a master machinist that could assist me in making the OBS bracket fit--if it's even remotely possible.
Aside from finding a good JY part what are the current options? What years/models can be swapped in? Does the column need to be setup for cruise control or can that wiring be swapped over? And I've found info about a full OBS dash swap but just wondering about swapping the column. I can't do the fab work but if it's not too much I do know an excellent welder and a master machinist that could assist me in making the OBS bracket fit--if it's even remotely possible.