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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 12:03 AM
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Steering wheels??

Since the wheel decision is moving along, i'd like some refreshed info on the steering wheels out there??

I remember MP Designs, Kleeman, and I saw RENN's on their site.

What I want is a thicker one (than stock) and I'd like wood (birds eye maple), but that isn't mandatory.

Who has one of these and what did it cost? What does install cost and how long?? Which brand is preferred and why?

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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 12:46 AM
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MP Design is the best looking one. Looks like a factory part. Its much thicker then stock with a really cool grip, and it also come with the birdseye maple and charcoal leather.
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 12:50 AM
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I do agree, but I was under the impression that the Kleeman is the exact same, no? If not, please explain and tell PM prices. I had hear about $1400 for either, is that so?
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:06 AM
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Originally Posted by jangy
I do agree, but I was under the impression that the Kleeman is the exact same, no? If not, please explain and tell PM prices. I had hear about $1400 for either, is that so?
I don't sell Kleemann so I can honestly say I never seen a Kleemann Steering wheel in person, so I am not sure. The MP Design is close to $1,400 yes. I will PM you some info.
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:17 AM
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I don't sell Kleemann so I can honestly say I never seen a Kleemann Steering wheel in person, so I am not sure. The MP Design is close to $1,400 yes. I will PM you some info.
Mint, thanks. Also can you tell me what to expect on install?

Give me quantity prces, like 2, 5, 10. that's about all I can russtle up.

That yellow thing is one supped up BlackC230coupe!!
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:27 AM
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what about the e63 wheel? should be out soon....
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:29 AM
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Mint, thanks. Also can you tell me what to expect on install?

Give me quantity prces, like 2, 5, 10. that's about all I can russtle up.

That yellow thing is one supped up BlackC230coupe!!
The install is not bad at all. Although i would have a shop or the dealer do it for you since the airbag needs to be taken out. Then you just reuse the stock Mercedes cover and have them install the shift buttons on the back of the wheel. Can be done in a hour or less.

I am actually about to PM you a offer that a forum member brought up.

And yes, it was quite difficult to find a shop to totally modify a C230 and make it look like a Viper!
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:41 AM
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The install is not bad at all. Although i would have a shop or the dealer do it for you since the airbag needs to be taken out. Then you just reuse the stock Mercedes cover and have them install the shift buttons on the back of the wheel. Can be done in a hour or less.

I am actually about to PM you a offer that a forum member brought up.

And yes, it was quite difficult to find a shop to totally modify a C230 and make it look like a Viper!
HAHA!!! Thanks for the quote. We got 2...maybe I can get a few more??

Thanks for all your help tonight. i'm sure we'll be talking more...
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:51 AM
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Originally Posted by BlackC230Coupe
The install is not bad at all. Although i would have a shop or the dealer do it for you since the airbag needs to be taken out. Then you just reuse the stock Mercedes cover and have them install the shift buttons on the back of the wheel. Can be done in a hour or less.

I am actually about to PM you a offer that a forum member brought up.

And yes, it was quite difficult to find a shop to totally modify a C230 and make it look like a Viper!
Neal,

Tried to PM you but your box is FULL!
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:54 AM
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Full? My stuff is all cleaned up. he got me.
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:55 AM
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I need three more people willing to get the MP Design wheel with wood inserts at a slamming deal. Let me know soon.
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 01:56 AM
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Neal,

Tried to PM you but your box is FULL!
Yeah i just got the email, sorry about that, its clear now. Send again!
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 02:00 AM
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Group Buy on MPO Design Steering Wheel

I need three more to get in on the buy. It is the MP design aggressive wheel with birds eye maple wood insert. Three more needed for a nice price.
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 02:11 AM
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Yes. I am intrested...depends on the prices we get...
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 02:13 AM
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I went with the Renntech wheel, thick and feels great.
Any pics of the MP Design?

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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 02:48 AM
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Here are pics of the MPDesign E55 wheel. MP Design = Renntech wheel only you save $600 just from not buying from renntech.
Attached Thumbnails Steering wheels??-mpde55w1.jpg   Steering wheels??-mpde55w2.jpg  
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 04:40 AM
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I need three more people willing to get the MP Design wheel with wood inserts at a slamming deal. Let me know soon.
anyway i can get in on this? im in hong kong...
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I need three more to get in on the buy. It is the MP design aggressive wheel with birds eye maple wood insert. Three more needed for a nice price.
How come "birds eye maple" looks like rotten wood....?
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 06:14 AM
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 07:38 AM
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Jangy, I'm interested. PM with the details when you have them.
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 08:09 AM
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i have had the MP Design for about 1year now , excellent product and feels great!
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 08:17 AM
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What's the price you're getting? I might consider as well, PM me.
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Old Aug 11, 2006 | 09:02 AM
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Jangy - can you PM me the cost also? Is it available in the burl walnut wood instead of the birdsey maple for the same price? My trim is walnut and I'd have to hang with that.
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I just bought one of those MP Design wheels from Neal a few days ago... Charcoal leather w/Birds Eye Maple wood trim..

Hey Neal: Is that mine?????

Anxiously awaiting new steering wheel..
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Originally Posted by MACHC5
How come "birds eye maple" looks like rotten wood....?
It's not... It's just dark.
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