A machine includes a steering column assembly and a mechanical strut pivotably attached to the steering column assembly. The mechanical strut, free of pressurized gas, is positioned to tilt at least a portion of the steering column assembly about an axis. A tilt adjustment mechanism is movable to release...http://www.google.com/patents/US8020893?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US8020893 - Steering column assembly including a mechanical strut and machine using same