![]() Despite its popularity on the Thunderbird, thisĭid not carry over to the other Fords, and cars with this option are somewhat The Swing-Away was offered as an option on the 1963-1966 full-sized Ford Galaxie, Galaxie 500, Galaxie 500 XL, and LTD (1965-66) models as well. Prior to that, invoicesĪnd window stickers still listed "STEERING COLUMN MOVABLE" asĪn option. Steering Wheel officially became a standard feature. To become a standard item for the 1962 Thunderbirds.ĭuring September, 1961 production of the 1962 Thunderbirds, the Swing-Away Of all '61 T-birds were equipped with this option, making it popular enough ![]() Same reason, the steering wheel was securely locked in place for drivingĮxcept for when the transmission shifter was in park. The column had been moved back to normal driving position. The car could be started with the steering wheel in either position, butįor safety's sake, the transmission could not be shifted out of park until Vinyl panel filled the gap on the left side of the column when it had been Gap when the steering wheel was in the normal drive position, and a color-keyed On the instrument panel to the right of the steering column filled the On this design, the steering column itself moved, and a special metal plate Movable to the right about 10.5 inches to allow for easier entry and exitįor the driver, especially with a purse, briefcase, or packages in tow. Priced at $25.10, the Swing-Away used a special steering column that was New to offer Thunderbird's trendy customers. ![]() Styling for 1961, as well as a new Thunderbird 390 Special V-8 engine,Īnd lots of formerly optional items such as back-up lights, power steering,Īnd power brakes were made standard, so the options list needed something It was the perfect time to do it, as the T-bird had all new The Swing-Away Steering Wheel was a new option introduced on the 1961 Ford And that is how the idea behind the Swing-Away Should have something unique, not offered elsewhere caught on, however,Īs did the idea of finding a way to create more room for the driver especially To appear on styling exercise drawings for years. Was never seriously considered due to cost constraints, but it continued It would improve access for passengers entering or exiting the car. In addition to providing the T-bird with a feature no other car offered, Hardtop with hinged roof panels that would raise when the door was opened. Hope this helps and hopefully I haven't missed anything.History of Ford Swing-Away, Tilt-Away, and Tilt Steering Wheels | AUTOMOTIVEĭetails about the Ford Thunderbird's movable steering wheels!ġ967-Up for Car Lines: Ford, Lincoln, and Mercuryġ964-1965 Lincoln Continental Vertically Adjustable Steering Columnĭuring the late fifties, Ford stylists submitted a drawing of a Ford Thunderbird When you have the wheel on the work bench, you will see the three screws on the back that hold the horn ring etc so its just a matter of undoing them to remove the ring and the wheel is ready to be taken in for repair. Be sure to scribe a line on the steering shaft and the wheel so you can replace it in the exact same position. Remove the puller and carefully remove the wheel taking care not to damage the small, spring loaded horn contact. Undo and remove the the shaft nut, attach the puller with the appropriate long bolts at either side of the shaft and wind the centre bolt inwards against the steering shaft and the wheel will loosen. Just wiggle it gently while pulling towards you and it will unclip. ![]() You will also need a 15/16 socket and ratchet handle and a ring spanner for the puller bolt.įirstly, pull the chrome center cap off. They are fairly inexpensive and can be bought from most auto parts stores. You will need a steering wheel puller for the job. ![]()
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