Get a grip!
As I was looking around the cabin for things to fix or improve my attention was drawn to the steering wheel. As you can from the photo the cover was in need of replacement.
You will also notice the metal work is a bit rusty and could use a buffing. I'll attempt that too.
Removing the steering wheel isn't a complicated process but it does take some effort. I started by removing the horn button and contact. Then using a socket I loosened the steering wheel nut. I did not remove it all the way but left it at the end of the shaft. I did this so I might avoid damaging the threads during the next step.
To remove the steering wheel I sat in the driver's seat with my knees firmly against the wheel and pulled the steering wheel toward me. At the same time I gently, but firmly, whacked the end of the column with my hammer to jar the wheel loose. After a few solid swings the steering wheel was persuaded to come off.
After removing the steering wheel I used my sander and some 2500 grit sand paper to remove the rust and dirt from metal work. I also removed the cover and retired it to the rubbish bin.
With some elbow grease and a power tool the steering wheel cleaned up nicely. I also resprayed the hub with some black paint.
Here's result...
After reinstalling the steering wheel I moved on to stitching on the new wrap. For this I used the best value I could find on Amazon.com, the Aully Park Universal Cover.
For installation, I found it a little easier to do this while it was mounted vs. on my work bench.
Now the steering wheel has a more firm, comfortable grip and this leads to a more enjoyable rid!
Resources
Aully Park Universal Cover: http://a.co/a814BxN
Removing the steering wheel isn't a complicated process but it does take some effort. I started by removing the horn button and contact. Then using a socket I loosened the steering wheel nut. I did not remove it all the way but left it at the end of the shaft. I did this so I might avoid damaging the threads during the next step.
To remove the steering wheel I sat in the driver's seat with my knees firmly against the wheel and pulled the steering wheel toward me. At the same time I gently, but firmly, whacked the end of the column with my hammer to jar the wheel loose. After a few solid swings the steering wheel was persuaded to come off.
After removing the steering wheel I used my sander and some 2500 grit sand paper to remove the rust and dirt from metal work. I also removed the cover and retired it to the rubbish bin.
With some elbow grease and a power tool the steering wheel cleaned up nicely. I also resprayed the hub with some black paint.
Here's result...
After reinstalling the steering wheel I moved on to stitching on the new wrap. For this I used the best value I could find on Amazon.com, the Aully Park Universal Cover.
For installation, I found it a little easier to do this while it was mounted vs. on my work bench.
Now the steering wheel has a more firm, comfortable grip and this leads to a more enjoyable rid!
Resources
Aully Park Universal Cover: http://a.co/a814BxN
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