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wrapping steering wheel

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by ricki lee, Aug 20, 2017.

  1. Aug 20, 2017 at 4:52 PM
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    ricki lee

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    my 2009 steering wheel needs a new cover just a leather wrap what's options are the best? looked at many on line from the $25- $125 you guy's know i'm sure
     
  2. Aug 20, 2017 at 7:30 PM
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    potstech

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    Do a paracord wrap. Can be found on youtube on several different ways and styles.
     
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  3. Aug 20, 2017 at 8:03 PM
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    Installed sand color Wheelskins Genuine Leather Steering Wheel Cover on mother-in-law's 2001 Corolla last summer. Near perfect fit and color match, great feel when driving the car. One hint soaked cover in water for a couple hours first before attempting the install, nice tight fit when dry. Also, used a "baseball" stitch to close the gap between the cover sides. Wheelskins run from $45+ to whatever on-line. There are over a thousand alternatives, see eBay for ideas & options. Wheelskins are a tried & true product IMHO. Outstanding customer support should you need it. Good luck with your leather cover project.
     
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  4. Aug 21, 2017 at 8:46 AM
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    ricki lee

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    thanks going to look at both, think maybe paracord might make wheel to fat
     
  5. Aug 21, 2017 at 9:04 AM
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    kamaaina1

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    Wheelskins. Great product!!
     
  6. Aug 21, 2017 at 12:20 PM
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    thanks all,:) wheelskins it is
     
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  7. Aug 21, 2017 at 5:33 PM
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  8. Aug 21, 2017 at 6:02 PM
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    That looks great! Did you stitch it yourself, and was it easy to do?
     
  9. Aug 21, 2017 at 6:08 PM
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    ABNFDC

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  10. Aug 21, 2017 at 10:42 PM
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    Wife did it, it was her first time and did a phenomenal job! I was cursed with big fingers lol!
     
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  11. Aug 22, 2017 at 7:19 AM
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    Lol, then my fat fingers would struggle too.
     
  12. Aug 22, 2017 at 8:10 AM
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    Maybe you can get his wife to do yours too. :)
     
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  13. Aug 22, 2017 at 8:24 AM
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    Send me your stock wheel and she will. :)
     
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  14. Aug 22, 2017 at 8:29 AM
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