Getting my steering wheel re-done
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Getting my steering wheel re-done
Guys I wanted to share a recent project I am doing with my car.
I recently decided to re-do my OEM P30 steering wheel since the term "Lipstick on a pig" was coming to mind when I would see my wheel.
The Alcantara was getting worn (being an 09 car) and the leather portion of the wheel was spray dyed before to repair a few tiny scuffs.
I searched around since I'm very picky and **** about my car and what I do.
I found a local gentleman (Tino) was is very professional and serious. I met up with him and after seeing his work on BMW, Audi, and Lamborghini's I decided to do the job. Tino suggested I re-do the wheel in CF and Alcatara. After seeing a few jobs he's done and taking the time to have his CF fabricator (John) call me and send me some pics of his work as well (he's very popular with the Lamborghini and GTR crowd). I went forward. Needless to say as of now I am very happy with the work ( I wish is was faster) but I guess with this type of work it takes time. I did stress I want PERFECT not 99% but PERFECT and I am very picky. Tino and John have both kept in contact with me and have kept me up to date.
Here's the wheel when I took it off
Here's the wheel in its current stage
Another shot
Wheel is getting finished up (needs some sanding and will be clear coated) and I will also have my shift knob re-done in black alcantara/CF
hope you enjoy
I recently decided to re-do my OEM P30 steering wheel since the term "Lipstick on a pig" was coming to mind when I would see my wheel.
The Alcantara was getting worn (being an 09 car) and the leather portion of the wheel was spray dyed before to repair a few tiny scuffs.
I searched around since I'm very picky and **** about my car and what I do.
I found a local gentleman (Tino) was is very professional and serious. I met up with him and after seeing his work on BMW, Audi, and Lamborghini's I decided to do the job. Tino suggested I re-do the wheel in CF and Alcatara. After seeing a few jobs he's done and taking the time to have his CF fabricator (John) call me and send me some pics of his work as well (he's very popular with the Lamborghini and GTR crowd). I went forward. Needless to say as of now I am very happy with the work ( I wish is was faster) but I guess with this type of work it takes time. I did stress I want PERFECT not 99% but PERFECT and I am very picky. Tino and John have both kept in contact with me and have kept me up to date.
Here's the wheel when I took it off
Here's the wheel in its current stage
Another shot
Wheel is getting finished up (needs some sanding and will be clear coated) and I will also have my shift knob re-done in black alcantara/CF
hope you enjoy
Last edited by Mikegpr03; Feb 8, 2014 at 09:09 PM.
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Here's an update just out of the booth with clear. John and Tino both have kept me updated
Props the these guys who are truly artist. I'm thinking of the cup holder going CF too.
Props the these guys who are truly artist. I'm thinking of the cup holder going CF too.
Last edited by Mikegpr03; Feb 8, 2014 at 09:51 PM.
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Looking good Mike! The question is how much do they charge?
I know Matt offers the same product (w/o core exchange) for reasonable price.
I know Matt offers the same product (w/o core exchange) for reasonable price.
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Here's an update the edges are smoked
The wheel will be buffed with a light cut and ready for the Alcantara. Then she's on my car. In thinking getting a clear 3m film on the CF to avoid any scuffs.. Any ideas? And please any opinions on the smoked edges.
Thanks for viewing
The wheel will be buffed with a light cut and ready for the Alcantara. Then she's on my car. In thinking getting a clear 3m film on the CF to avoid any scuffs.. Any ideas? And please any opinions on the smoked edges.
Thanks for viewing
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The smoked edges are hardly noticeable depending on the light and angle. You would think it is part of the CF finish. Difficult to say if I like it since the wheel is not finished.
As for the 3M film that is an interesting idea. Why not? I never thought about it.
As for the 3M film that is an interesting idea. Why not? I never thought about it
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Very unique, loving the fading... but I would finish it off with a nice leather with the color stitching of your choice. Alcantara will wear & make your wheels look old quickly.
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After owning my BMW performance steering wheel with alcantara inserts. I will never buy another suede steering wheel.
Unless you are wearing driving gloves all the time. After a while it gets really dirty and looks faded and old. I scrubbed it as well and still didn't take out all of the dirt.
I would stick with Leather / Carbon for longevity.
Unless you are wearing driving gloves all the time. After a while it gets really dirty and looks faded and old. I scrubbed it as well and still didn't take out all of the dirt.
I would stick with Leather / Carbon for longevity.
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I can get these done with no down time for anyone that is interested! We have cores so you don't have to take yours off until the new wheel comes in!
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Just back from carbon werks
Now it's time for the Alcantara
Hers a few shots of it in the Miami sunshine
I'm very satisfied with the carbon work and the light smoke on the edges. Hope you enjoy. It's almost done
The backside will have a bit of Alcantara as well
Now it's time for the Alcantara
Hers a few shots of it in the Miami sunshine
I'm very satisfied with the carbon work and the light smoke on the edges. Hope you enjoy. It's almost done
The backside will have a bit of Alcantara as well
Last edited by Mikegpr03; Feb 12, 2014 at 12:05 AM.
