emelianenkov
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Added a spacer
Then had to also sand, heat and bend the back cover
Now. It. Doesn't. Rub. Ughhh
Then had to also sand, heat and bend the back cover
Now. It. Doesn't. Rub. Ughhh
DIY: Steering wheel replacement with black wood wheel
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gshadow325
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how is the gap at the bottom two spokes between the wheel and the rear cover? thats a lot of rubbing
emelianenkov
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Gap is close
toyo
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So....... I get home and I have the dreaded slip from USPS in my mailbox stating that they have a package for me. It has a tracking # on it so I go and look on Ebay and it's my wheel. I go to USPS to look at the tracking and they show no such thing. No wonder USPS is broke! It says I can pick it up in the morning!!!
CookieRoe
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Comparo.............
So finally it's in! Ordered it Aug. 9 and arrived Aug. 15.
Gonna throw in my 2 cents b/c I've done this before with my Surfs.
First thoughts: Very Nice! I have to say, I remember my steering wheel for my Surf felt heavier and leather SEEMED to be of higher quality. Because this is black, I can't "study" it, but I will say it's a "mirror" finish, no flaws and leather feels nice. I had my Surf (and wheel) for about 3 years and it held up very well. Some nicks eventually showed up (due to wrist watch and wedding ring constantly tapping it), but the finish was never ruined. For now, I will say this is a quality wheel, but I've seen "better". Of course, this is relative being that there really isn't much to choose from for our beloved 4Runners. Let's see how it holds up. Time will tell.
Surf:
So finally it's in! Ordered it Aug. 9 and arrived Aug. 15.
Gonna throw in my 2 cents b/c I've done this before with my Surfs.
First thoughts: Very Nice! I have to say, I remember my steering wheel for my Surf felt heavier and leather SEEMED to be of higher quality. Because this is black, I can't "study" it, but I will say it's a "mirror" finish, no flaws and leather feels nice. I had my Surf (and wheel) for about 3 years and it held up very well. Some nicks eventually showed up (due to wrist watch and wedding ring constantly tapping it), but the finish was never ruined. For now, I will say this is a quality wheel, but I've seen "better". Of course, this is relative being that there really isn't much to choose from for our beloved 4Runners. Let's see how it holds up. Time will tell.
Surf:
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CookieRoe
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Please refer to (reply 140):
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-g...lacement-black-wood-wheel-10.html#post1769964
But honestly, it funny how we "NEED" to have it. It's very sweet, but I'll hold back further praise until it is installed and has "been in service" for awhile.
emelianenkov
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Hahaha so I kinda fixed my rubbing issue but I'm still gonna get in touch with the seller to try to see if I can't get another one
toyo
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Boom Bada Bing!
If anybody is worried about the swap, don't fret. It's very straightforward in how it comes apart and back together. If you disconnect the battery or just turn the ignition off with the key removed make sure you wait 90 seconds before disconnecting the air bag. They have a 90 second back up power source. Also, be sure you mark where the old wheel is exactly before you remove it so you know you get the new one on the correct spline.
If anybody is worried about the swap, don't fret. It's very straightforward in how it comes apart and back together. If you disconnect the battery or just turn the ignition off with the key removed make sure you wait 90 seconds before disconnecting the air bag. They have a 90 second back up power source. Also, be sure you mark where the old wheel is exactly before you remove it so you know you get the new one on the correct spline.
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gshadow325
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Hey no thumb grips!
gshadow325
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Looks like they sent the wrong one. Maybe you can get another one sent out on their dime l
emelianenkov
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That one looks good too!
koalaballa
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Just to update in case you are waiting for one like I am - just received this e-mail:
Dear Sir,
We are sorry to keep you wait.
We are out of stock for this
wheel, but already has in stock now. We will ship your order by EMS on
Monday. We will offer you the shipping advise as well as pictures after
dispatched.
Again, We are sorry for the inconvenient this may have
caused you.
Please feel free to contact me if any further I can assist.
Have a nice weekend.
Best regards
Cathy
-mitaccessories1
Dear Sir,
We are sorry to keep you wait.
We are out of stock for this
wheel, but already has in stock now. We will ship your order by EMS on
Monday. We will offer you the shipping advise as well as pictures after
dispatched.
Again, We are sorry for the inconvenient this may have
caused you.
Please feel free to contact me if any further I can assist.
Have a nice weekend.
Best regards
Cathy
-mitaccessories1
gshadow325
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