Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted April 10 The original Ididit columns were only designed to fit GM steering wheels, but now are made to fit our Fords. The slip ring assembly for the horns didn't line-up. I don't know when these became available, but it was news to me, so this is like a public service announcement ;) I only checked for the 69, but the things to look for: The top of the column is a close match, the original was 3.965, and the new one is 4.00 It has the the EM flasher switch and turn signal switch This column will only work with the original factory power assist (or manual), but not Borgeson The slip ring works, fitting the original steering wheel so the horn will work. It is collapsible just like the OEM to meet safety regulations. The whole thing is said to be a direct replacement, giving you a tilt wheel. The part number for a 69 paintable column is 1300646010 (currently $781) The rag joint is 3000053434 I haven't tried this yet but now we have an alternative to finding the unicorn OEM columns 2 RPM and TexasEd reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
det0326 174 Report post Posted April 11 19 hours ago, Mach1 Driver said: This column will only work with the original factory power assist (or manual), but not Borgeson Terry, Why will it not work with the Borgeson? Length? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted April 11 6 hours ago, det0326 said: Terry, Why will it not work with the Borgeson? Length? Hi Dave, yes they said it was the length. I didn't get into it since I don't have Borgeson. 1 det0326 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boss429Dreamer 18 Report post Posted April 12 This is very tempting. I removed the Flaming River tilt column I had because the stock wheel didn't work with it, and I wasn't a fan of the manual rack as well. 1 Mach1 Driver reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stangs-R-me 120 Report post Posted April 16 Back in 2015 I was toying with the idea of swapping in a complete ready to bolt-in EPS (electric power steering) system that included a modified Ididit tilt column that would accept the stock 1969 steering wheel. So maybe it has been available for a while !! Doug 1 Mach1 Driver reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted October 12 Has anyone tried an Ididit column made for a Ford steering wheel yet? I think I've got a line on an OEM tilt column but it's ~$350 more Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stangs-R-me 120 Report post Posted October 13 Terry, I would think the factory Tilt/Tilt-A-Way would be an awesome upgrade and worth $350 more than a new Ididit tilt column. Especially if it is complete, ready to bolt-in and 100% functional. If it needs rebuilding/restoring and/or missing parts, maybe not. Doug Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted October 13 You may be right, I gotta check Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted October 14 FYI no one here or on VMF responded that they had bought an Ididit tilt column for the Ford steering wheel. It had 66 views on VMF, so apparently not too many people have bought it. I decided to get the OEM part while it was still available, and it should be delivered in about a week. 1 RPM reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,178 Report post Posted October 15 That extra cash you're gonna pay for an oem column just might be a blessing for you instead of being a guinea pig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted October 15 Bob, FYI, I clicked on the Like button and got this message: Sorry, there was a problem reacting to this content. I don't know if its the website or my new Win11 computer 1 RPM reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
69RavenConv 284 Report post Posted October 15 FWIW, I get the same message, and I'm running the same computer I have for years. Ghost in the machine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stangs-R-me 120 Report post Posted October 15 When I did my research in 2017 on the EPAS Kit that comes with a modded Ididit column for 1969, I thought there was a 1969 Boss 302 owner that bought and installed this kit. Pretty sure he had a stock steering wheel too. Here is the EPAS kit on stang-aholics site ... even states it works with stock 1969 steering wheels ... https://www.stang-aholics.com/i-26613555-1969-mustang-electric-power-steering-conversion-kit-with-ididit-tilt-column.html Here is the Ididit standard 1969 Tilt Column (non EPAS), it also states it specifically fits the 1969 steering wheel and uses a Ford T/S Switch ... https://www.stang-aholics.com/i-31643324-1969-mustang-ididit-tilt-steering-column-black.html?q=ididit Doug Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted October 17 The "LIKE" button is broken for me- how about you guys, is it working for you? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stangs-R-me 120 Report post Posted October 17 Yep, broke. 1 Midlife reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlife 811 Report post Posted October 17 Works for me...I guess I'm special! 2 RogerC and RPM reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,178 Report post Posted October 17 Works for me too, but I only use my phone here. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,178 Report post Posted October 17 1 hour ago, Midlife said: Works for me...I guess I'm special! We all know you're pretty special Randy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted October 17 3 hours ago, RPM said: We all know you're pretty special Randy. Really? Is that what we say? ;) I prefer to think that me and stangs-R-me are special. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
det0326 174 Report post Posted October 18 4 hours ago, Mach1 Driver said: Really? Is that what we say? ;) I prefer to think that me and stangs-R-me are special. Count me in with u guys, mines broke too Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,178 Report post Posted October 18 5 hours ago, Mach1 Driver said: Really? Is that what we say? ;) I prefer to think that me and stangs-R-me are special. My list isn't mutually exclusive with yours. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jjstang 50 Report post Posted October 19 On 10/14/2023 at 1:49 PM, Mach1 Driver said: FYI no one here or on VMF responded that they had bought an Ididit tilt column for the Ford steering wheel. It had 66 views on VMF, so apparently not too many people have bought it. I decided to get the OEM part while it was still available, and it should be delivered in about a week. I did the Ididit tilt . fits fine and fits my rimblow Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted October 19 Thanks, good to know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AusTex70 36 Report post Posted November 1 What about a 1970? I guess it would work, but the key is on the column of the 1970, I guess I could move it to the dash? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 540 Report post Posted November 2 I believe the 70 is the first year with the key on the column, and an interlock with the transmission (it stays in park if no key). Check with Ididit, I'll bet they have a 70 version- or find an OEM column. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
