1970 - 1973 Mercury Cougar / Ford Mustang Tilt Column Parts

This is the part of the tilt switch that the turn signal wand screws into. This part is always included when you purchase a new turn signal switch. 1967-69 mechanism has two springs on either side, the 1970-73 mechanism uses just one spring. There is an active thread on the Classic Cougar Community Forum discussing tilt columns and trouble shooting. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many...

This item holds the release bale to the upper knuckle. It is different than the 67 - 69 clip although both can be used. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Used in all of 1970 and the early part of 1971. This collar uses the 'small' access plate cover. Ford master part number D0AZ-3D505-A, casting number on the part is D0AA-3D505. Nice condition, no cracks or damage. Also fits 1970-71 Lincoln MKIII and Thunderbird.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year. ...

Tilt steering column cover plate for turn signal lever. Two versions, two different sizes of openings for the turn signal wand. Original used Ford part, plan on painting to match your steering column. Fits all 1970-71 Mercury Cougar, 1970 Ford Mustang, and other Ford/Mercury cars with factory tilt steering columns. Replaces Ford part number D0AA-9D793-AW.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent...

This linkage fits between the gear at the bottom of the key lock and rod that goes to the ignition switch on the tilt column.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Ignition cylinder for the cars manufactured after 5/17/1973. Ignition lock set is new original from the O.E.M. source. Factory fresh with two keys. Fits many ford makes and models manufactured in 73 - 76. Replaces Ford Part #: D4AZ-11582-A.

Reproduction ignition switch. This is only the electrical side, the mechanical key and lock section is not included. See appropriate shop manual for proper alignment and installation. Follow the instruction in your shop manual for installation and adjustment. Original Ford part number D1AZ-11572-A. Application also for 1971 Lincoln MK III and 1971 Ford Thunderbird. Ford had a service replacement ignition switch with a part number D4DZ-11572-A, that covered all years 1971-74. We have found that...

Reproduction ignition switch for the 1973 Cougar.  This version has a longer pigtail, and has a shield or tube covering the wires. This is only the electrical side, the mechanical key and lock section is not included. See appropriate shop manual for proper alignment and installation. Original Ford part number was likely D3AZ-11572-A. Application also for 1971 Lincoln MK III and 1971 Ford Thunderbird. Ford had a service replacement ignition switch with a part number...

1971 working, used ignition switch. This is only the electrical side, the mechanical key and lock section is not included. See appropriate shop manual for proper alignment and installation. Tested and working ignition switch. Follow the instruction in your shop manual for installation and adjustment. Original Ford part number D1AZ-11572-A. Application also for 1971 Lincoln MK III and 1971 Ford Thunderbird. Ford had a service replacement ignition switch with a part number D4DZ-11572-A, that...

1972 working, used ignition switch. This is only the electrical side, the mechanical key and lock section is not included. See appropriate shop manual for proper alignment and installation. Tested and working ignition switch. Follow the instruction in your shop manual for installation and adjustment. Original Ford part number was either D2AZ-11572-A or D1AZ-11572-B. Application also for 1971 Lincoln MK III and 1971 Ford Thunderbird. Ford had a service replacement ignition switch with a part...

1973 working, used ignition switch. 1973 version has a longer pigtail, and has a shield or tube covering the wires. This is only the electrical side, the mechanical key and lock section is not included. See appropriate shop manual for proper alignment and installation. Tested and working ignition switch. Follow the instruction in your shop manual for installation and adjustment. Original Ford part number was likely D3AZ-11572-A. Application also for 1971 Lincoln MK III and 1971 Ford...

Used tube insulator for the lower portion of the steering column found in 1969-72 Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang. Because of the very fragile nature of this unit, stock is limited. Reproduction version is normally available, see related items. Ford part # C9AZ-3E629-A. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year. ...

This linkage fits between the gear at the bottom of the key lock and rod that goes to the ignition switch on the fixed column.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year. Ford part number D0AA-3E715-D

Used lock insert for the steering column in the Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang equipped with the fixed steering column.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Used lock insert for the steering column in the Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang equipped with the tilt steering column.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Used locking pawl for the 1970 - 1979 Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang that is equipped with a factory tilt steering column. This unit works in conjunction with a pin and is responsible for locking the tilt column in place. In many cases, the pin tends to move out of place and break or chip the teeth of the locking pawl. We have found that 3 of 4 tilt columns that we have disassembled have locking pawls with broken or chipped teeth. These units will be mint with no broken or chipped teeth....

Locking pawl pin for your 70 - 79 tilt steering column for all Lincoln - Mercury - Ford products. This is an improved reproduction with cir-clips to prevent movement, avoiding damage to your locking pawl. These shafts are notorious for working their way out of place with normal use. Once the pin works its way out the locking pawl will not be aligned with the teeth and the cast part will break under pressure. Upgrading to this part can avoid several hundred dollars in damage. This precision...

Locking pawl catch pin and locking pawl pin for your 70-73 Lincoln - Mercury - Ford tilt steering columns. This is an improved reproduction with cir-clips to prevent movement, avoiding damage to you locking pawl. These shafts are notorious for working their way out of place with normal use. Once the pin works its way out the locking pawl will not be aligned with the teeth and the cast part will break under pressure. Upgrading to these parts can avoid several hundred dollars in damage. These...

Used pivot pin for the Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang / Thunderbird equipped with a tilt / tilt away column. This is a pressed pin with a flange and five are required per car. This pin is internally threaded with a # 8-32 thread. Ford part # D0AZ-3D739-A. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year. ...

Shrink-on plastic sleeve that is found on the lower part of the collapsible steering columns. Used sleeves are often ripped and torn. Simply cut off your old sleeve and install this item to give your column a newer look and feel. Installation: Make sure that your column is clean. Lube the column and inside of the sleeve. Do not remove the crease on the plastic, you need it to help you put the sleeve on the tube. Push the sleeve on as far as you can. Gently tap the sleeve down on a table top...

Tilt release lever or bale. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

This clip clamps together the two edges of the shroud and sets into the mounting holes on the column. It is very hard to remove, and often the tab will break off very easily.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

This retainer clamps together the two edges of the shroud and sets into the mounting holes on the column. The original is very hard to remove because of the saw blade teeth inside the grooves, and most times the tabs will easily break off. This reproduction will not have those teeth. Fits all factory 1970 Mercury Cougar and Ford Mustang, they use the same plastic collar around the column. If need be, simply widen the retainer for a better fit. *NOTE* For tilt column...

Used steering column tube retainer for the Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang equipped with the tilt steering column. These little units help hold the steering column together and there are 3 required per column. Sold individually. Ford part # C8SZ-3499-A. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year. ...

Used return spring for any 1970 - 1978 Cougar or Mustang Tilt Column. This spring provides return tension on tilt steering wheels.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Spring that fits into the steering column collar. Two springs in total that hold your key lock cylinder in place. Two required per car.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Spring used to apply tension to the tilt locking pawl. 1967 thru 1969 required two springs due to the tilt away function. 1970 and later required only one spring.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Used plunger spring used in the bale of the tilt / tilt away steering column found in the Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang. Small plunger spring for 1967-69 tilt columns. Maintains pressure on the heavy wire tilt release bale. This icon means that we're looking to buy this part!WCCC is a buyer of used and NOS hard to find 67-73 Mercury Cougar parts. Usually we give an in store credit of 50% of our web price for parts delivered in hand or by carrier to our Brooks, Oregon location. If you're not...

Used lower steering column knuckle for the Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang. This unit is used in the 1970-73 tilt only column and can be the issue when you have a sloppy feeling tilt column. The hard steel pin will often waller out the soft cast metal and cause play in the column. Ford part # D1AZ-3D651-A, casting number D1AA-3D651-AA or D0AA-3508-F. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent...

Used upper steering column knuckle for the Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang. This unit is used in the 1970-73 tilt only column. Ford casting # D1AZ-3511-AWA.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Good used turn signal stalk with no rust or peeling chrome. The 1970-73 with tilt column used a stalk with an additional plastic bushing near the base. This used unit is only for the person who cares about originality in the smallest of details as our repro is a decent piece, just not exact.*NOTE* Need help diagnosing a Cougar turn signal problem? Victor Yarberry is the world’s most knowledgeable expert on the subject. Vic has owned Cougars since the 1970's and is the designer of all of our...

Good used upper collar for the tilt column on the 1971, 1972 and 1973 Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Tilt steering column cover plate for turn signal lever. Two versions, two different sizes of openings for the turn signal wand. Original used Ford part, plan on painting to match your steering column. Fits all 1970-71 Mercury Cougar, 1970 Ford Mustang, and other Ford/Mercury cars with factory tilt steering columns. Replaces Ford part number D0AA-9D793-AW.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent...

This extension holds the inner spring tube in place on the 70 - 73 tilt column. Fragile piece, should take great care when tapping on this pot metal piece. Limited supply. Ford casting number: D0ZA-3790-*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year. ...

Good used turn signal stalk with no rust or peeling chrome. The 1970-73 with tilt column used a stalk with an additional plastic bushing near the base. This used unit is only for the person who cares about originality in the smallest of details as our repro is a decent piece, just not exact.*NOTE* Need help diagnosing a Cougar turn signal problem? Victor Yarberry is the world’s most knowledgeable expert on the subject. Vic has owned Cougars since the 1970's and is the designer of all of our...

Good used actuating rod for the ignition switch on the 1971, 1972 and 1973 Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang. 8-1/8 inches on rod center long.

This is the electrical portion of the new for 1970, locking column mounted switch. This is the rod actuated device mounted on the top of your column under the plastic collar cover. See page 33-02-06 of your 1970 shop manual for proper installation and adjustment. Working, used ignition switch. This is only the electrical side, the mechanical key and lock section is not included. These are tested and repaired as necessary by our Electrical Dept. Ford part number D0AZ-11572-A. While there's...

Ford part number 3E629. Molded rubber construction, fixed and tilt steering columns. These may have been used as early as late 1972, not sure. Limited stock. The reproduction plastic version for 1969-72 will also fit and work in conjunction with the available foam insulation. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year. ...

Used tumbler linkage arm that connects to the to ignition switch on your 1970 Cougar or Mustang equipped with a tilt column.*NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.

Reproduction locking pawl for the 1970 - 1979 Mercury Cougar or Ford Mustang that is equipped with a factory tilt steering column. This unit works in conjunction with a pin and is responsible for locking the tilt column in place. In many cases, the pin tends to move out of place and break or chip the teeth of the locking pawl. We have found that 3 of 4 tilt columns that we have disassembled have locking pawls with broken or chipped teeth.  Replaces Ford part # D0AZ-3B661-A. *NOTE*...

Steering column to steering box coupler, also known as a 'rag' joint. Used on 1971 1972 1973 Cougar tilt columns. Good used condition, supplied with one, 12 point attaching bolt. You will need to reuse one of your factory ones. Splined end slightly larger than previous years, due to the upgraded integral steering box unique to the later Cougars. This icon means that we're looking to buy this part!WCCC is a buyer of used and NOS hard to find 67-73 Mercury Cougar parts. Usually we give an in...

Used rubber bumper for the tilt column. 70 - 73 tilt columns require 3 bumpers, one on the lower and two on the upper knuckles. *NOTE* For tilt column service, you can contact Tony Augustine at 6t8cougarguy@gmail.com. Tony is a trusted colleague of WCCC and we've sent many customers his way since our column specialist retired last year.