Replacement steering wheel - viable?
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Replacement steering wheel - viable?
My last 30 yrs of car ownership has found me pretty much replacing the steering wheels to either racier, smaller, etc. The last 20 yrs I've owned the same (only) pick up truck. So during the last month, I've been trying to acclimatize to my 'new' 99 E320. But one thing that I miss is that smaller steering wheel.
I am guessing that a replacement wheel is impractical, eh? Would lose the bag function, etc. But thought I'd ask about this possiblity anyhoo. Never know what fancy aftermarket thang is out there.
(I miss the ability to quickly maneuver the car in slalom like fashion)
I am guessing that a replacement wheel is impractical, eh? Would lose the bag function, etc. But thought I'd ask about this possiblity anyhoo. Never know what fancy aftermarket thang is out there.
(I miss the ability to quickly maneuver the car in slalom like fashion)
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You can sure upgrade to the AMG, Brabus, Schatz or other MB tuners' sports steering wheels AND you won't lose the bag or any other of the functions your original one may have had 
Do a search on the board and you'll find lots of pics and choices of real pimp wheels
Do a search on the board and you'll find lots of pics and choices of real pimp wheels
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there are steering wheels that are pimping for the Merc..uses back the original air bags and all..
however, your steering wheel would be the one with the control stuff on it right? i think they'll be making new steering wheels for those..they're stopping production for the pre 98 ones soon..
I saw one that was sweet but at RM3500, its wayyy too much compared to a Momo.. :P
however, your steering wheel would be the one with the control stuff on it right? i think they'll be making new steering wheels for those..they're stopping production for the pre 98 ones soon..
I saw one that was sweet but at RM3500, its wayyy too much compared to a Momo.. :P
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Originally posted by raymond g-
duh.....i was trying too hard (aftermarket) when the answer may have been much simpler. thanks, bro for the lead!
duh.....i was trying too hard (aftermarket) when the answer may have been much simpler. thanks, bro for the lead!
Carlsson9, stop quoting in RM's! LOL!
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lol..sorry dude! a whole lot easier then punching in the numbers in the calculator and putting it up in US figures...
but for info, the racing wheel i saw was about US950...
exactly like the AMGs. Brabuses and Carlsson sport steering wheel..uses back the original air bag
but for info, the racing wheel i saw was about US950...
exactly like the AMGs. Brabuses and Carlsson sport steering wheel..uses back the original air bag
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What brand? Sounds/priced like a Schatz - they're nice and you can get matching leather colors too, Stemags has it.
Hey, you gotto think "international" - USD is the "international currency"! (p.s. everyone should know where you're at by now, LOL!)
Hey, you gotto think "international" - USD is the "international currency"! (p.s. everyone should know where you're at by now, LOL!)
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not too sure of the brand..but its basically the OEM manufacturer for all the tuners. The steering wheels are used exactly the same by Brabus, AMG and Cralsson, just that the logo's aren't on it
haha..well, its good to be malaysian now Whitey! We always have this saying over here.."Malaysia Boleh" 'translation: Malaysian Can Do it." :p
haha..well, its good to be malaysian now Whitey! We always have this saying over here.."Malaysia Boleh" 'translation: Malaysian Can Do it." :p
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There's also a German company called Raid that makes aftermarket airbag steering wheels, but as someone else mentioned, you'll lose all your steering wheel functions (if you have the multi-function wheel).
Link
The site's in German, and it'll do some funky things as far as frames are concerned, but there's a nice lineup of steering wheels. I'm seriously thinking of one for my car, since I don't have a multi-function steering wheel.
EDIT: I forgot, there's a US importer/dealer, they may be able to help you with fitment's, etc.
http://tuningzubehor.com/
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The site's in German, and it'll do some funky things as far as frames are concerned, but there's a nice lineup of steering wheels. I'm seriously thinking of one for my car, since I don't have a multi-function steering wheel.
EDIT: I forgot, there's a US importer/dealer, they may be able to help you with fitment's, etc.
http://tuningzubehor.com/
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Originally posted by jimmydagreek
Here is a pic. of my Brabus sport wheel and I love it!
Here is a pic. of my Brabus sport wheel and I love it!
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Originally posted by Whitey
Hey jimmy, just out of curiosity, is that wheel any smaller than the stock one?
Hey jimmy, just out of curiosity, is that wheel any smaller than the stock one?
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Originally posted by jimmydagreek
No, I believe it's the same size wheel as the stock, only feels completely different because of the thickness and the grips. It's a very thick wheel so you get more grip and control when steering. It's one of the best mods I ever did...
No, I believe it's the same size wheel as the stock, only feels completely different because of the thickness and the grips. It's a very thick wheel so you get more grip and control when steering. It's one of the best mods I ever did...
Jimmy - Do you know where I can get one for my car?
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Originally posted by vng999
Jimmy - Do you know where I can get one for my car?
Jimmy - Do you know where I can get one for my car?
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jimmy, how much did you pay for the brabus steering? looks like the one i want to get but can't afford yet..
Raid is basically the OEM company that does stuff for AMG and even Brabus (example pedals)
Raid is basically the OEM company that does stuff for AMG and even Brabus (example pedals)
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Originally posted by carlsson9
jimmy, how much did you pay for the brabus steering? looks like the one i want to get but can't afford yet..
Raid is basically the OEM company that does stuff for AMG and even Brabus (example pedals)
jimmy, how much did you pay for the brabus steering? looks like the one i want to get but can't afford yet..
Raid is basically the OEM company that does stuff for AMG and even Brabus (example pedals)
