Re-wrapping or replacing steering wheel

R3ctivision · 08-09-2018, 12:43 PM

My suede steering wheel looks and feels terrible. It's already worn through the alcantara in the primary hand positions, and has some sweat staining I've been unable to remove.

I was thinking of having the same wheel re-wrapped in leather or fresh alcantara (to keep the factory look). Anyone done this? Otherwise, might just buy a factory SS leather wheel.

Is replacing the wheel a DIY job? Haven't done it before, curious what tools are needed and how to deal with the air bag.

BMR Sales · 08-09-2018, 12:50 PM

I have used a company before called Dallas Steering Wheel - they did a nice job.

kropscamaro16 · 08-09-2018, 01:05 PM

i have a leather one if you need one let me know!

TRZ06 · 08-09-2018, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by R3ctivision

My suede steering wheel looks and feels terrible. It's already worn through the alcantara in the primary hand positions, and has some sweat staining I've been unable to remove.

I was thinking of having the same wheel re-wrapped in leather or fresh alcantara (to keep the factory look). Anyone done this? Otherwise, might just buy a factory SS leather wheel.

Is replacing the wheel a DIY job? Haven't done it before, curious what tools are needed and how to deal with the air bag.

A fellow San Jose 1LE owner, welcome!!

I just got my 1LE a few weeks ago. I just placed an order with Wildhammer to replace the wheel and shift boot with the standard SS leather ones.

I can't stand the Alcatara for daily driving. It feels weird and gives me chills, like running a fingernail across a chalkboard. With gloves on and on the track it would be awesome, but for daily driving with bare skin, it sucks.

D3adpool · 08-09-2018, 02:29 PM

I saw a guy at a car show with a '17 1LE and took one look at his wheel....

I went home afterwards and instantly ordered these, lol.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My car is my weekend Warrior, but still...one glance at his poor wheel made me cringe.

FH212 · 08-09-2018, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by D3adpool

I saw a guy at a car show with a '17 1LE and took one look at his wheel....

I went home afterwards and instantly ordered these, lol.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My car is my weekend Warrior, but still...one glance at his poor wheel made me cringe.

Maybe its just me but NO WAY can I possibly bust out driving gloves driving down the street. If my wheel gets that bad I will just replace it heck with it!

artey34 · 08-09-2018, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by R3ctivision

My suede steering wheel looks and feels terrible. It's already worn through the alcantara in the primary hand positions, and has some sweat staining I've been unable to remove.

I was thinking of having the same wheel re-wrapped in leather or fresh alcantara (to keep the factory look). Anyone done this? Otherwise, might just buy a factory SS leather wheel.

Is replacing the wheel a DIY job? Haven't done it before, curious what tools are needed and how to deal with the air bag.

Do you have any pics of this? How many miles/track days with it?

MATTY-1LE · 08-09-2018, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by D3adpool

I saw a guy at a car show with a '17 1LE and took one look at his wheel....

I went home afterwards and instantly ordered these, lol.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My car is my weekend Warrior, but still...one glance at his poor wheel made me cringe.

LMAO I actually have those same ones. I was inspired by Ryan Gosling on his movie Drive and bought some for my then Vette

R3ctivision · 08-09-2018, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by artey34

Do you have any pics of this? How many miles/track days with it?

I can take some when I get home. I have 6 track days, 11000 miles total. I use gloves on track, but yeah, not dealing with that on the street.

I will say the alcantara rules on track with gloves -- a lot better grip than leather and your hands don't fatigue as much.

Bad Anvil Garage · 08-09-2018, 03:14 PM

It may just be dirt and skin oils. I had spots that looked worn too but was able to clean it and the shift knob with this stuff, a damp towel and a soft brush. Works great!

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Sonax-206...&wl13=&veh=sem

I did buy a spare steering wheel for down the road though because I plan to drive it for ten years...

kropscamaro16 · 08-09-2018, 04:21 PM

yup that sonax stuff is the shit btw i clean my wheel and booth and shift knob about every year or so but i dont drive much anymore

zr1chris · 08-09-2018, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D3adpool

I saw a guy at a car show with a '17 1LE and took one look at his wheel....

I went home afterwards and instantly ordered these, lol.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My car is my weekend Warrior, but still...one glance at his poor wheel made me cringe.

I've been seriously considering buying some gloves. I really like those. Might have to pull the trigger

JK001 · 08-09-2018, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D3adpool

I saw a guy at a car show with a '17 1LE and took one look at his wheel....

I went home afterwards and instantly ordered these, lol.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My car is my weekend Warrior, but still...one glance at his poor wheel made me cringe.

I have had these gloves for over one year now. They seem to be holding well, they are soft. Good purchase

Gabhart · 08-10-2018, 05:24 AM

I love the Alcantara against bare skin however driving the car makes my palms sweaty. I find myself constantly drying my palms on my pant legs. Gloves may be the answer but I would hate to be "that guy".

08-09-2018, 12:43 PM	#1
R3ctivision 1LE Convert Drives: 2018 ZLE Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Mountain View, CA Posts: 367	Re-wrapping or replacing steering wheel My suede steering wheel looks and feels terrible. It's already worn through the alcantara in the primary hand positions, and has some sweat staining I've been unable to remove. I was thinking of having the same wheel re-wrapped in leather or fresh alcantara (to keep the factory look). Anyone done this? Otherwise, might just buy a factory SS leather wheel. Is replacing the wheel a DIY job? Haven't done it before, curious what tools are needed and how to deal with the air bag.

08-09-2018, 01:05 PM	#3
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,813	i have a leather one if you need one let me know! __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

08-09-2018, 02:29 PM	#5
D3adpool Drives: Garnet Red 2018 SS 1LE "Deadpool" Join Date: May 2018 Location: South Florida Posts: 86	I saw a guy at a car show with a '17 1LE and took one look at his wheel.... I went home afterwards and instantly ordered these, lol. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 My car is my weekend Warrior, but still...one glance at his poor wheel made me cringe. __________________

08-09-2018, 04:21 PM	#11
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,813	yup that sonax stuff is the shit btw i clean my wheel and booth and shift knob about every year or so but i dont drive much anymore __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

08-09-2018, 12:50 PM	#2
BMR Sales Drives: Race Car Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Seffner, FL Posts: 6,226	I have used a company before called Dallas Steering Wheel - they did a nice job.

08-09-2018, 03:14 PM	#10
Bad Anvil Garage Drives: 2000 GMPPSV SS & 2017 ILE SS Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 547	It may just be dirt and skin oils. I had spots that looked worn too but was able to clean it and the shift knob with this stuff, a damp towel and a soft brush. Works great! https://www.walmart.com/ip/Sonax-206...&wl13=&veh=sem I did buy a spare steering wheel for down the road though because I plan to drive it for ten years...

08-10-2018, 05:24 AM	#14
Gabhart Drives: 2018 Hyper Blue 1SS 1LE Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 198	I love the Alcantara against bare skin however driving the car makes my palms sweaty. I find myself constantly drying my palms on my pant legs. Gloves may be the answer but I would hate to be "that guy".

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