'64 F100 Build! Part 23: driveshaft and steering column install.

[@victoryrider]

I like the fact. You're doing these jobs without a huge shop full of expensive tools. Most everything ive seen you do any enthusiast would most likely have these tools already. And if you don't can be had for not much money.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@419fl]

Thanks for this video, literally doing the same setup on my 65. I did a Scott’s Hot Rods full front suspension so I am fighting the angles a bit on my steering swap. After this video, I ordered the old eBay steering column after a measurement and the firewall ball and socket and they are working great.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

That’s awesome!

[@419fl]

Question, my column and ball and socket are set. I’m trying to figure out the shifter and spring, any tips? Mine seems to be hitting inside before I am able to get in it the right position.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

@@419fl Is it your shift indicator making contact? Also, the shifter bracket on the bottom of the column is crucial to be adjusted properly.

[@419fl]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV thanks for the response! I have the column completely installed on a Forever Sharp column bracket. I am waiting on my new wheel to show up so I can pin it down for good. I used the ball and socket on the firewall and after swapping to rack and pinion steering, a 351W swap with headers in the way and the shifter linkage I had to pause. I think I am going to build the exhaust and steering shaft linkage before tackling the shift linkage. I plan to remove and replace the stock I-beam cross member since the I-beam eyelets hang so low now. That will change my spacing for the linkage.

[@joeschlotthauer840]

You remind me of Christian Slater the actor...

[@ChristopherBritztopher]

What length column did you go with 28 or 30"? You're about the same height as me. The description for the video has 28" but you reference a 30" in your video. Also, do you know if the manual shift column would work if I had a floor shifter instead of a column shifter?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Sorry about that. I checked and it was a 30”. No reason any 30” wouldn’t work. Make sure it’s a tilt though.

[@joeschlotthauer840]

The four thousandths was the paint on the column...

[@denniscanales2804]

Any chance you could do a detail video on how to do the intermediate shaft to the 1 inch DD? I see you use the grinder but I'm not really sure what to cut. Thanks

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Truck was sold 5 months ago.

[@CarolLewis-gd7xu]

Did you buy are build your motor mounts for the 64 f100 to drop in that LS motor???? Would love some pics of them if you built theme!!!!

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

I bought them from someone. Not sure which video covers it and can’t remember the website

[@ChristopherBritztopher]

I know this is a long shot, but forever sharpe couldnt tell me, do you remember the hole diameter for the steering column ball and socket fitting? I think it should be 2 and 7/8 inches but want to make sure before I drill it

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Sounds right. Not 100%.

[@jeffchandler3390]

What did you do about neutral safety switch?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Nothing. The Holley doesn’t care. I did do a video on installing a backup/ neutral safety switch.

[@BradKosier]

Would you happen to have the part number for that Steering Column firewall swivel that you had to sand?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

FM20

[@402garage4]

What Miller welder do you use in your shop? I’m looking at buying one my self.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

211 Autoset

[@ramrodou812]

just a thought. i would have used a P71 crown vic drive shaft. they're aluminum. i was actually surprised one wasn't used.

[@yeboscrebo4451]

Your left hand is just asking to get chopped up the way you hold that grinder!! It’s makin me nervous

[@Wayz5145]

I hear you. My son just recovered from a 4 1/2" grinder mishap where he severed his tendon on his other hand when you grinder bound and jumped. Gave me a new respect for power tools. Things happen so quickly.

[@ithinkicangarage8026]

What did you paint your drive shaft with?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Rustoleum

[@kennethhudson8013]

Electric steering would be cool

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

For sure. Just another $2K lol

[@kennethhudson8013]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV its being done cheaper