Who has a aftermarket Steering Wheel
09-16-04, 08:29 PM
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Who has a aftermarket Steering Wheel
Who has a aftermarket Steering Wheel???
What kind???
Is it better than stock?? worst than stock??? Is the rim thicker than stock???
BTW: The stock ones on a 91 coupe isnt leather ryt?
What kind???
Is it better than stock?? worst than stock??? Is the rim thicker than stock???
BTW: The stock ones on a 91 coupe isnt leather ryt?
09-17-04, 02:17 AM
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Some people have said that it may be difficult to see parts of the gauge cluster after putting in an aftermarket wheel because of the different diameter and also distance from the cluster due to aftermarket hubs.
09-17-04, 05:33 AM
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i think i read somewhere that stock steerwheel is 380mm ... most recommend goin to a 350mm cause a 320mm will block vision of the gauges .. plus it makes it harder for non-ps people. i plan to get a 350mm momo course (or is it corse? i uno)
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I have one. Leonard Volanti wheel with a Boss kit. To directly answer your questions: The wheel is no better or no worst then stock besides the size. It's not like switching to an aftermarket will increase the turning radius of the car.
You might have a specific purpose for getting an aftermarket wheel like for drift competitions, a smaller size wheel is nice because you're grabbing and throwing the wheel left and right. The wheel i have has a quick release almost like a F1 car. Unlock the lock and pull 2 stems out and the wheel pops off.
The size i have does obstruct the gauge view. But i adjusted the up/down of the steering column to show me what i need. For right now, I have it set low(er) than normal and i can see 3k to 6k on the tach and 30-40mph to ~90mph on the speedo. This is fine for me in everyday driving since when i take it easy, i shift at 2.5-3 and usually drive 65-70 on the highway. If i need to see the low speeds or rpms or the extreme ends of both gauges, i'll raise up the steering 1-2 notches.
the steering wheel is usually thicker. mine has indentations so if feels like it's molded so your hands will be in the proper 10 and 2 o'clock position.
you have to get used to it. i drove around for a month and then had to drive my friend's civic one night. it was like driving one of those public mass transit buses. should have bought my friend one of those turn-***** for the steering wheel =P.
You might have a specific purpose for getting an aftermarket wheel like for drift competitions, a smaller size wheel is nice because you're grabbing and throwing the wheel left and right. The wheel i have has a quick release almost like a F1 car. Unlock the lock and pull 2 stems out and the wheel pops off.
The size i have does obstruct the gauge view. But i adjusted the up/down of the steering column to show me what i need. For right now, I have it set low(er) than normal and i can see 3k to 6k on the tach and 30-40mph to ~90mph on the speedo. This is fine for me in everyday driving since when i take it easy, i shift at 2.5-3 and usually drive 65-70 on the highway. If i need to see the low speeds or rpms or the extreme ends of both gauges, i'll raise up the steering 1-2 notches.
the steering wheel is usually thicker. mine has indentations so if feels like it's molded so your hands will be in the proper 10 and 2 o'clock position.
you have to get used to it. i drove around for a month and then had to drive my friend's civic one night. it was like driving one of those public mass transit buses. should have bought my friend one of those turn-***** for the steering wheel =P.
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Unless you're really fussy or need it for a particular application (In my case I'm too large for the car) there isn't a big difference between stock and aftermarket steering wheels. I have a Grant wheel which is sort of a value steering wheel but still fairly nice. They sell at a substantial discount on Ebay. Aftermarket wheels are smaller diameter so they typically block gauges, although proper use of spacers can fix this problem. Because they are smaller diameter they have less leverage so they increase steering effort. This may be a consideration for you if you have a manual steering rack and wider than stock tires.
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i got some crazy japanese one called like spirit or something. Im at school right now ill post a pic when i get home. At first i didnt like it... but it kinda grew on me and its definately better to steer. a lot more comfortable.
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The stock steering wheel is HEAVY also. I was surprised at how much it weighed when I put the Momo piece on. I'm got a momo champion, black leather + a Momo short anatomic **** (hehe ****) 
04-24-05, 09:39 PM
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i have a leather momo "race"
its really really nice. my previous 91 and 87 had the stock steering wheel and i hated them. its weird how much a steering wheel and shift **** changes the feel of your car
its really really nice. my previous 91 and 87 had the stock steering wheel and i hated them. its weird how much a steering wheel and shift **** changes the feel of your car
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Originally Posted by kris1212
is the Grant 773 model any good? might be gettin one in a couple days [b-day]
What series is it apart of or what type?
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Get a used momo/sparco steering wheel off ebay. I got 320mm momo corse with the FC hub adapter for $120 shipped.
The wheel slightly blocks the top portion of the mph guage. It's no big deal at all. I've had my car a while so it took me about a week to get used to. Thats just me though.
The steering wheel helps on sharp corners, instead of spinning that monster stock wheel around.
The wheel slightly blocks the top portion of the mph guage. It's no big deal at all. I've had my car a while so it took me about a week to get used to. Thats just me though.
The steering wheel helps on sharp corners, instead of spinning that monster stock wheel around.
04-25-05, 01:02 AM
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I got a used 300mm Momo from my friend. It is ALMOST too small.
Better than stock, but you do have to reach over a little to hit the
turn signal. Also blocks my view of the speedo after about 80, but
I try to watch the road at that point. Can't complain though. It
only cost me $50
Better than stock, but you do have to reach over a little to hit the
turn signal. Also blocks my view of the speedo after about 80, but
I try to watch the road at that point. Can't complain though. It
only cost me $50
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Originally Posted by Slammedblk7
ive got a Mazdaspeed wheel on mine, it does sit alot closer to the turn signals too
thats the one i want, thumbs up.
eric.
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Originally Posted by YF19
The steering wheel is usually thicker. mine has indentations so if feels like it's molded so your hands will be in the proper 10 and 2 o'clock position.
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Originally Posted by FC_DRIFTER
Hehe...not to be picky or anything, but the proper hand position is 9 and 3 o'clock. This was changed in the past year because of the standard airbag deployment. The airbags would blow the drivers hands upwards into the roof of the car in the 10 and 2 o'clock position. With the 9 and 3 position it will blow them to the side to prevent further damage.
