If you have two universals on that steering shaft, Then I think all you need to do is loosen the clamp and rotate it to the location you are desiring. (wheel and/or shaft angle may be an issue in this case).
If multiple drivers are the situation, there are some nice adjustable handle bolts available to make it quick and easy to tighten that sucker back up where you want it for each individual driver.
Without seeing the whole steering system, or knowing the full reason for tilt steering in your case, I'm still not sure what to suggest yet.
It sounds like you just want the wheel a bit lower.
I'm thinkin' you may be able to just rotate that clamp.