Column angle?

[jps]

As i'm not that happy with my current layout in the 'cockpit' I am thinking the steering column angle needs to change. I'd like the wheel to be closer to my chest and my thighs...

Has anyone fitted the column differently - e.g. horizontally across the top of the chassis rails rather than angled down above the pedal box? I've found a pic of a Locost that look like it has been done like that...?

Not sure what the implications would be for the angle of the steering wheel or the stalks, etc?