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  1. Nathan

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    #10 Nathan, Nov 1, 2013
    Sorry I just had to...

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    #2 Nathan, Nov 1, 2013
    Why not put a spacer under the steering wheel to move it closer to you.
     
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    #6 Crashton, Nov 1, 2013
    I think growing longer arms might be easier. :wink:
     
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    #7 ScottinBend, Nov 1, 2013
    Actually shorter legs would be easier.........they have electric tools to do that.
     
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  6. Nathan

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    #4 Nathan, Nov 1, 2013
    I happened to chime in way back then in 2008 when this was brought up.

    I wrote...

     
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    #5 eMINIparts, Nov 1, 2013
    ^^^

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    #8 TheModFather, Nov 1, 2013
    Stop thuggin around with your seat laid back...

    A spacer would be the easiest option.
     
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    #9 Dave.0, Nov 1, 2013
    The seat moves back and fourth or are you a T-Rex? (Long legs, short arms)
     
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    #11 mrntd, Nov 4, 2013
    I'm not quite as bad as old T-Rex. It does look like a lot of work. I figured it would be.

    Is there such a thing as a spacer for the stock wheel set up? I know I've had them for my MOMO wheels in the past. I'd like to keep the controls and air bag.

    Thanks for all the input.
     
  11. Nathan

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    #12 Nathan, Nov 4, 2013
    You will probably need to machine this yourself. Just be sure to keep the center hollow to pass the wiring. Also, before you take the steering wheel off and disconnect the airbag disconnect the battery to prevent the airbag light from coming on. Mark the TDC on the column and steering wheel to make sure it goes back on in the same spot.