Does anyone out there have any ideas on how to extend the steering wheel out? Are there any aftermarket kits available? I have a 07’ GT Premium and love it. The only thing that really bothers me is the location of the steering wheel. I know this sounds little weird but hear me out. I am 6’3” and by the time I adjust my seat to a comfortable height and back far enough to keep my knees out of the dash, my arms are extended out almost straight (maybe a 5-10 degree bend at the elbow). I like to have the steering wheel a little closer for better control and handling (approx. 35-45 degrees of bend at the elbow). Ford decided not to have a telescoping feature in the design so I am looking for an aftermarket solution. Ideas anyone?
Steering wheel extenders? Any ideas?
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I've been trying to find the same answer. 6'2 here, and if I'm close enough to the wheel to bend my arms, my head touches the roof. Anyone know of a steering wheel extension? Is there an aftermarket wheel that comes closer to the driver, and for that matter, can you replace the wheel at all? I don't need an airbag.
seal614
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Ditto, and I'm 6'4". The interior just seems to be arranged such that the wheel is not proportionally distanced with the pedals & dash. To get comfortable with one is to ruin your comfort with the other.
Car & driver mentioned this as one of their 2 or 3 complaints with the entire car (not bad).
Car & driver mentioned this as one of their 2 or 3 complaints with the entire car (not bad).
347strokin
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I'm 6' 3" and I find the car very comfortable and accomodating. Now that you guys started this thread I'm probably going to get a complex about it now. Thanks 
Other than a jeep truck that I had, this is the second best fitting car that I have had. My old Focus wagon was a slightly better fit, it had an inch more headroom. I need to sit up straight cuz my back has been a problem for more than ten years. If you sit with your head a half inch off the headliner the reach to the steering wheel isn't bad at all. BTW I'm 6'4".
tom281
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Dang I'm only 5/10 and I have the same complaint. What do all of you tall dudes do for a living, LOL, NBA??? 
I would love additional steering wheel adjustment but haven't seen it anywhere.
I would love additional steering wheel adjustment but haven't seen it anywhere.
jerzeykilla
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you must be all arm then.Hmmm...thats weird. 6'8'' here and mine feels fine
Pssst... An adjustable pedal assembly can be retrofitted.
Steering Column has to be tested with air bag in that specific model.
Not likely anyone wants to take on the expense and liability.
Im 6'2" with short arms and average length legs and torso and I dont have a problem. Seat full down, adjust slider and tilt until my head is at the tallest point in the ceiling and I can cross my wrists while gripping the wheel at the top. Gives a roughly 15 degree bend in my knee with clutch fully depressed. Head does rub just a little when wearing a helmet.
As a comparison I cant set in a Crossfire with the seat in any position without my head in the roof. Never mind drive!
Steering Column has to be tested with air bag in that specific model.
Not likely anyone wants to take on the expense and liability.
Im 6'2" with short arms and average length legs and torso and I dont have a problem. Seat full down, adjust slider and tilt until my head is at the tallest point in the ceiling and I can cross my wrists while gripping the wheel at the top. Gives a roughly 15 degree bend in my knee with clutch fully depressed. Head does rub just a little when wearing a helmet.
As a comparison I cant set in a Crossfire with the seat in any position without my head in the roof. Never mind drive!
jerzeykilla
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you must be all arm then.
hahah, maybe, long arms comes with being this tall. Looked today, and my arms seem to sit at a 45 degree angle with left hand on the top of the steering wheel.
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