anyone change their steering wheel?
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started with this one....Vette Essentials, yellow and black with yellow stitching
then went to this one...Vette Essentials black leather with yellow stitching
and finally to this one....a true work of art....APSIS Carbon Fiber D-Type with nappa leather and alcantara with Yellow stitching.
then went to this one...Vette Essentials black leather with yellow stitching
and finally to this one....a true work of art....APSIS Carbon Fiber D-Type with nappa leather and alcantara with Yellow stitching.
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the APSIS and DSV models have a flattened bottom, but as far as a wheel that allows you to maintain the airbad, those are the only "custom" options that are out there.
the C6 wheel question has been asked and i think the answer was the cost to make the spines work was too high.
I have seen people replace them with racing wheels that do not have a airbag, but I personally wouldnt do it unless it was a full out race car or a no street use show car.
the C6 wheel question has been asked and i think the answer was the cost to make the spines work was too high.
I have seen people replace them with racing wheels that do not have a airbag, but I personally wouldnt do it unless it was a full out race car or a no street use show car.
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This is definitely a planned mod for me. I'm leaning towards the DSV version because they have the D-shape with the finger wraps at the bottom vs. the top, which I like.
Depending on how exotic you go with materials, leather, stitching, etc., the costs I've seen range between $400 - $700. There is usually a core charge and the cost for installation at a dealer or other mod shop. Some guys have been able to install on their own, however I for one don't want to mess with the airbag mechanism.
Depending on how exotic you go with materials, leather, stitching, etc., the costs I've seen range between $400 - $700. There is usually a core charge and the cost for installation at a dealer or other mod shop. Some guys have been able to install on their own, however I for one don't want to mess with the airbag mechanism.
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Swapped mine out for a Sparco 383 last week. Completely love the new wheel. It's a 'lot' smaller and sportier than the stock wheel. The only downside is that I lost the airbag and horn (the horn should be fixed soon though).
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Suppose I swap my steering wheel and remove the airbag. Suppose a friend or family member drives my car and is involved in an accident that would have engaged the air bag (head on, etc.) and the person suffers injuries that probably would have been prevented by the airbag.
Would my insurance company not pay as a result? Are there laws that carry penalties for removing a factory installed airbag, considering there are laws that require GM and other manufacturers to supply/install them?
Again, not questioning your decision, just asking questions and playing devil's advocate....
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I'm curious if eliminating the airbag has any insurance repurcussions. I'm not questioning your decision as it's your car, however the idea raises questions for me.
Suppose I swap my steering wheel and remove the airbag. Suppose a friend or family member drives my car and is involved in an accident that would have engaged the air bag (head on, etc.) and the person suffers injuries that probably would have been prevented by the airbag.
Would my insurance company not pay as a result? Are there laws that carry penalties for removing a factory installed airbag, considering there are laws that require GM and other manufacturers to supply/install them?
Again, not questioning your decision, just asking questions and playing devil's advocate....
Suppose I swap my steering wheel and remove the airbag. Suppose a friend or family member drives my car and is involved in an accident that would have engaged the air bag (head on, etc.) and the person suffers injuries that probably would have been prevented by the airbag.
Would my insurance company not pay as a result? Are there laws that carry penalties for removing a factory installed airbag, considering there are laws that require GM and other manufacturers to supply/install them?
Again, not questioning your decision, just asking questions and playing devil's advocate....
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I'm curious if eliminating the airbag has any insurance repurcussions. I'm not questioning your decision as it's your car, however the idea raises questions for me.
Suppose I swap my steering wheel and remove the airbag. Suppose a friend or family member drives my car and is involved in an accident that would have engaged the air bag (head on, etc.) and the person suffers injuries that probably would have been prevented by the airbag.
Would my insurance company not pay as a result? Are there laws that carry penalties for removing a factory installed airbag, considering there are laws that require GM and other manufacturers to supply/install them?
Again, not questioning your decision, just asking questions and playing devil's advocate....
Suppose I swap my steering wheel and remove the airbag. Suppose a friend or family member drives my car and is involved in an accident that would have engaged the air bag (head on, etc.) and the person suffers injuries that probably would have been prevented by the airbag.
Would my insurance company not pay as a result? Are there laws that carry penalties for removing a factory installed airbag, considering there are laws that require GM and other manufacturers to supply/install them?
Again, not questioning your decision, just asking questions and playing devil's advocate....
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[QUOTE=chris holmes;1574350925]Swapped mine out for a Sparco 383 last week. Completely love the new wheel. It's a 'lot' smaller and sportier than the stock wheel.
Any pics Chris I would love to change of the wheel its the only ugly part on the C5 little thought went into its design
Any pics Chris I would love to change of the wheel its the only ugly part on the C5 little thought went into its design
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[QUOTE=sbadd99;1574355597]
I totally agree about the stock wheel. Why you would put such a huge steering wheel in a sports car, I have no idea. Very very pleased with the Sparco 383. 330mm is a perfect size for me. Nearly went for a 300mm, but I'm glad I didn't now. Might have been a bit too small. At some point I might swap the Sparco 383 for their carbon fiber model. Looks very cool.
I'll post some pics as soon as I finish watching these world cup matches today.
I'll post some pics as soon as I finish watching these world cup matches today.
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I bought a used stock wheel on E.B. to use as a core, and had it done in Carbon Fiber and Snake Skin leather. The Carbon Fiber wheel is is thicker than stock which fits my hand and nice and cool to the touch. they had the Carbon Fiber work done in Colarado, and leather done in S. Cal. Real happy with the way it came out...
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[QUOTE=chris holmes;1574371407]
I totally agree about the stock wheel. Why you would put such a huge steering wheel in a sports car, I have no idea. Very very pleased with the Sparco 383. 330mm is a perfect size for me. Nearly went for a 300mm, but I'm glad I didn't now. Might have been a bit too small. At some point I might swap the Sparco 383 for their carbon fiber model. Looks very cool.
I'll post some pics as soon as I finish watching these world cup matches today.
The local Vette shop managed to get the horn working with the Sparco wheel. I'll post some pics after I pick it up 
I totally agree about the stock wheel. Why you would put such a huge steering wheel in a sports car, I have no idea. Very very pleased with the Sparco 383. 330mm is a perfect size for me. Nearly went for a 300mm, but I'm glad I didn't now. Might have been a bit too small. At some point I might swap the Sparco 383 for their carbon fiber model. Looks very cool.
I'll post some pics as soon as I finish watching these world cup matches today.
