47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

Would anyone know if there is a difference in steering columns between these 2 models? Does the columns make any difference if 2spoke or 3spoke steering wheels? Steering shafts different?

Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

I cannot recall any differences between the two, but then again I wasn't looking for any. It seems I have mixed steering wheels from 2 spoke to 4. Never tried a 3. So my answer is rather vague. If you want me to measure anything I could do that tomorrow. I have only had one half ton and that's the woodie so I have something to compare with my tonners.

Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

The 1 ton steering shaft is bigger but necks down to take the same size wheel hub.

Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

The Parts Book shows 21C-3503-A Gear assy (steering) less wheel
and arm-LHD (commercial 1942-47) (122" Truck 1940-47)

Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

'Commercial' being the 1/2 ton, 122" being the tonner and if it's got a 131" or longer it's called a 'Truck' in Ford lingo and is a 1 1/2 or 2 ton.

Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

Bob C,
Are you saying the parts book shows 1/2 ton & Tonner parts from steering box up are the same?
Thanks all for responding!!
Rick

Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

That's what I get from the parts book.

Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

The steering box itself seems to be the same. I have swapped them from one to the other with no alterations.

Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

Here's a clip of this section of the Ford "Green" Parts book. The image is small but legible if enlarged.

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Re: 47 1/2 ton pickup vs Tonner pickup steering column
 

Good detective work Mr. 51. Everyone should have a copy of 'the Good Book' in their automotive library.