I know that everyone seems to recommend a Sierra column but are there any sensible alternatives, perhaps from newer cars.

In addition I don't really like the look of a standard saloon car column cowl and would prefer a simple tube with the various switches on the dash. Is this a practical alternative or am I just making work?

John.

Early mini, only had indicator stalk

I have used the Nova column as suggested in Ron's book as an alternative.

Paul G

I have a mark 3 fiesta column

just cut off the sierra switch mounts and machine the top smooth like so