Suede flat bottom steering wheel
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Racer
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From: Wilmington, NC
Suede flat bottom steering wheel
I just ordered the suede flat bottom wheel, shift ****, and boot for my 2014 Z51. Has anyone else made the switch? I assume I will need to take it to a dealer to do the wheel due to the airbag?
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '15
Here are the instructions:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ing-wheel.html
I'm certain there are more threads on the how-to if you do a search.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ing-wheel.html
I'm certain there are more threads on the how-to if you do a search.
Burning Brakes
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From: TN
I had the dealer do it because the #50 torx was a bitch to get off. It's really easy if you can get the bolt off. Needed an air impact to get off. I have the sued shift boot as well but haven't installed it yet. Has anyone changed this out them selves or maybe a link? Thanks!!
Le Mans Master
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From: Bonney Lake Washington
Had dealer do mine as well and.....
.......and he had a bear of a time getting the nut off as well; intellectually within the average car person's wheel house but the tools and the mechanical "touch" is what I lack...(I was already there for the airbag recall as well).....
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Burning Brakes
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I've been contemplating going to the suede wheel. Worried about accumulation of skin oils and sweat over time and difficulty keeping the suede clean. Any indication this might become a problem over time?
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Racer
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The guy at the dealership said the only problem he has seen with suede was scratching from diamond rings. My wife can't drive a manual so I should be good.
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Instructor
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Where is the best deal on a suede M7 wheel? DO you send yours out or do a core charge? Cost? I love the idea as I had it on the CTS-V and it held up well and wasnt slippery at all great deel. I am looking for one for my car.