Extend steering wheel out

[NoGuru]

What is the best or best practice for extending a steering wheel from the Hub?
I have some Nelson racing paddles but they are just a little to close to the sticks on the column for me to fit my fingers where I like.
So I thought about pulling the wheel, adding a washer or two and it should be in the correct location. Then I realized that might be a dangerous idea but I am not really sure.

Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[Rob09msport]

Would a telescoping column retro fit do what you need ?

 

[NoGuru]

Would a telescoping column retro fit do what you need ?

No, my column already moves. I just need space between the sticks on the column and the wheel.

 

[NoQuarter]

It is a pretty big nut and plenty of threads available. Seems pretty harmless. but I would be wary of how the washer may compress and alter the torque?

 

[Torgus]

I guess if you use grade 8 washers you should be fine...

 

[NoGuru]

Humm, I guess I will try it and see what happens unless someone else chimes in that have done it.
Yeah, I will look for Grade 8.

 

[nsjames]

if you can find machine spacers they are a much higher quality.
They will be perfectly flat and made of hardened steel.