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Old Dec 12, 2018 | 04:14 AM
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84 Trans Am steering wheel

My steering wheel needs new leather, and it’s going to cost close to $400 to have that done. I looked at aftermarket steering wheels, and I didn’t find one I liked. I want to stay with a white steering wheel too. Before I ship this thing off, does anyone know a good shop that would wrap new leather for less?



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Old Dec 15, 2018 | 07:34 AM
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Re: 84 Trans Am steering wheel

I had my 84 wheel re done for about 200 dollars. I shipped it out and had it back in about a week. I can give you their contact info. I posted about it in my thread https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/ltx-...on-recaro.html
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Old Dec 16, 2018 | 04:39 PM
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Re: 84 Trans Am steering wheel

I shipped my steering wheel just before I read your message. Oh well. I look forward to the new leather. Soon, I’ll have my recaro seats professionally recovered. If I can’t find one locally, I’ll check out the shop you used. Shipping would be expensive, though.
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Old Dec 20, 2018 | 10:35 AM
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Re: 84 Trans Am steering wheel

Steering wheel is recovered and on its way back to me. Looks good!











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Old Dec 20, 2018 | 09:35 PM
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Re: 84 Trans Am steering wheel

The steering wheel arrived in the mail today. I used this service:
http://www.dallassteeringwheel.com/

i have to say- this guy did impressive work. The steering wheel looks and feels great.
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Old Dec 20, 2018 | 10:36 PM
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What'd it cost? Looks great! I think I've got a good gray 3-spoke core, I need to have done one of these days...
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Old Dec 21, 2018 | 09:40 AM
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Thanks - It was $379. The price seemed high at first. After seeing the results, I think it was worth it.
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Old Dec 30, 2018 | 01:23 PM
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Re: 84 Trans Am steering wheel

I installed the steering wheel today, and it looks good. I’ll have to remember to wash my hands before driving since the white leather is so clean. Soon, it will be time to have my recaro seats professionally recovered. And that ain’t going to be cheap!




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Old Dec 30, 2018 | 02:00 PM
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Looks great!
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Old Dec 30, 2018 | 05:38 PM
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Very impressive,well worth it.
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Old Dec 30, 2018 | 06:15 PM
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Really nice job. Well worth it.

Louis
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Old Dec 31, 2018 | 07:49 AM
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Looks amazing! I'd probably wear gloves lolol try and keep it clean forever.
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