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Old Nov 24, 2021 | 12:27 PM
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Yeah removing the steering wheel on my car was 100% the worst and most annoying job I've had to do to the car since I've owned it.

I will never do another.
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Old Nov 24, 2021 | 12:28 PM
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You guys are talking me out of this upgrade!!!!
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Old Nov 24, 2021 | 12:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Keev1414
You guys are talking me out of this upgrade!!!!
100% worth it. Take it to a shop, though. haha
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Old Nov 24, 2021 | 12:49 PM
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Love new interiors, did you do your own as well? Looks very nice 👍🏻
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Old Nov 24, 2021 | 07:25 PM
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Where did you get the steering wheel and how much did it cost?
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Old Nov 24, 2021 | 07:52 PM
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Nice upgrades.
Great new look.
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Old Nov 24, 2021 | 09:51 PM
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Originally Posted by jrprich
Where did you get the steering wheel and how much did it cost?
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You can find it online at Redline Goods, a forum vendor. Prices vary with what you want.
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Old Nov 24, 2021 | 09:53 PM
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Originally Posted by BRKLYN
Love new interiors, did you do your own as well? Looks very nice 👍🏻
Thanks! No, I took it to a shop near me who did the seats. I had the sound system done at a local shop as well.
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Old Nov 25, 2021 | 06:46 AM
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What puller did you use that eventually worked?? Thxs scott
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Old Nov 25, 2021 | 08:07 AM
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You have been busy. Nice bunch of upgrades you’ve made to the car.
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Old Nov 25, 2021 | 09:48 AM
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Love the steering wheel!
I had the same radio in my 1991 GMC S15 Jimmy 4X4. Loved that system I had in it. Along with the radio, I had Infinity 4X6" in the dash, two sets of Pioneer 3 way 6.5" in the doors, and Kenwood 6X9" in the rear. Had two 12" subs in a vented box in the back. It was awesome for how little $ I had in it.

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Old Nov 25, 2021 | 09:07 PM
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Love the steering wheel!
I had the same radio in my 1991 GMC S15 Jimmy 4X4. Loved that system I had in it. Along with the radio, I had Infinity 4X6" in the dash, two sets of Pioneer 3 way 6.5" in the doors, and Kenwood 6X9" in the rear. Had two 12" subs in a vented box in the back. It was awesome for how little $ I had in it.
Had one in my 1994 Camaro Z28 Convertible. I've used JL Audio for all speakers and amps including the sub. Excellent sound in my coupe!
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Old Nov 25, 2021 | 09:13 PM
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What puller did you use that eventually worked?? Thxs scott
Generic harbor freight 3 leg 4" gear/pulley puller.


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Old Nov 25, 2021 | 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Vetteman Jack
You have been busy. Nice bunch of upgrades you’ve made to the car.
Thank You!
Also did the sunvisors
On the mechanical side:
Harmonic balancer, water pump, Plugs and wires, Tires- Michellin Zero Pressure PS3 all season and TPMS sensors, Bilstein HD shocks, Trans pan dropped, filter changed, fluid flush, Fluid change: brakes, ps, engine oil, and coolant. Tensioners, Rebuilt clear targa panel, Powermaster 220 amp high output alternator
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This car runs just great. All this has been accomplished since I purchased it July 3rd this year.

Many thanks to the forum for information and the vendors.

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Old Nov 26, 2021 | 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by jrprich
Where did you get the steering wheel and how much did it cost?
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Here's where you'll find yours: https://www.redlinegoods.com/C5fbwheel.php 😀

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Old Nov 26, 2021 | 07:11 AM
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All looks great! Nice choices and installation! Congrats!!
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Old Nov 26, 2021 | 11:28 AM
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Old Nov 26, 2021 | 11:46 AM
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Nice, looks classy, good color combo without being overdone. Really nice wheel, doesn't look too bulky like some I have seen.
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Old Nov 26, 2021 | 11:50 AM
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Thank You! That's exactly what I was looking to do.
The behind the wheel driving experience is much enhanced.
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Your car looks great, very classy interior
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