S197 Steering Columns

Learn more about GM steering column identification, GM steering column lengths, and GM steering column compatibility.

Unsure what column would work best for your project? The three primary styles are explained here!

Installing a universal tilt steering column in an old car is a common upgrade. Check out this tech article to learn how to mount your custom steering column correctly.

This article explains how to install a chrome column shifter into the steering column itself. We will help you determine the length of steering column needed along with all the parts required to get the job done.

Watch our Steering Column Wiring Guide video for useful tips on wiring your new steering column for your vehicle. Ididit takes you through the wiring process.

Speedway Motors employee Pat O. talks about his decision to install a different steering column in his '64 Impala.

Tired of those nasty, sticky indicator levers on you GM steering column? Resurrect them with Speedway Motors' Column Dress-up Kit, reviewed here by one of our own employees!

Jared demonstrates how to install a Sweet Manufacturing collapsible steering column in his 3rd gen Camaro. The collapsible portion not only makes the column safer in a crash but also gives you the length adjustment.

If you're upgrading to an ididit tilt steering column, you'll need the dimensions of the column to make sure it fits. Click here for dimensional drawings of ididit's 4 different column designs.

In this Tech Tip, John responds to a customer question about the versatility of one of our steering columns and its potential uses.