How To Refurbish A Steering Wheel For Less Than $100
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- čas přidán 12. 03. 2020
- We install a custom stitched suede steering wheel cover on our 2016 Subaru WRX.
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Dude! Thanks a ton! I finally pulled the trigger on my Alcantara and just got the stitching done this morning. Took my a little over 95 minutes because I studied this video a few times before diving in! Your the best thanks a ton!
Anyone who plans to do this I highly recommend taking the steering wheel off, bringing it inside your house, and doing it in a comfortable position. I did this once in my car before and it took like 6 hours of sewing and weird angles. Brought the steering wheel inside the second time and I got it done in 2 hours and was much more easier to get the stitching looking perfect
Is the material on the steering wheel with red stitching a factory-installed cover that can be replaced?
I have an impreza hatchback and I bought a wrx D steering wheel to do a swap on, since my new wheel will already be removed that makes it easier for me to install the cover in the comfort of my home👌
Don’t take off the second side of tape until you have the cover on. You’ll be able to make fine adjustments the take the tape off as you go. Otherwise, you make get buckling.
Cant thank you enough for this detailed demo including the threading! Every other channel skips that part or the manufacturer has different styles. You’re a life saver for beginners!
Is the material with red stitching a factory steering cover? Can you replace it?
This is by far the most detailed step by step how to video! Thank you so much. I appreciate the instruction on how and where to apply the sticking tape, sewing technic and all the other tips 😊
Just completed mine today (same, swede with top dead center red stripe). 3+ hrs, a few tears, a LOT of sweat but honestly, this video was PERFECT as a guideline! I AM NOT a mechanic but like to play with tools and cars, bikes and bicycles etc. and this was relatively straight forward. Even though I broke the thread AND used ALL loops to thread the cover, I still had left over. Fantastic product; great DIY video for anyone who's ok with a hammer.
Final result after breaking the thread (mid-way through the top portion) is: Amazing tight feel. Makes the wheel thicker and so nice to hold in all angles when turning. I LOVE the new series WRX steering wheel and this cover accentuates it.
This took me 6hrs to do and I was rushing
How did it go? Does it look good?
@@stektpolse yes it does look good it’s worth the time and money
How difficult would you say it was? I have no sowing or stitching background lol. I have mine ordered, wondering if you have any helpful tips too
@@rr.cycles it’s not difficult it’s just time consuming just make sure you do it on a off day. If you use your phone for behind the wheel it helps too so you can see where your stitching but yeah I’ve had mine on for awhile and I didn’t use the tape. Well I tried it but it ripped my steering wheel the leather of it which sucks so I didn’t even put the tape all the way around on the wheel and it hasn’t moved or slipped off yet
@@acp__ ok bet, I’ll just go no tape. It’s a tight fit cover anyways. Thanks
Did you install the suede or alcantara cover? I'm trying to figure out what' the difference between the two.
Thanks for putting this together! Very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
That turned out better than I expected. Thanks for the inspiration!
This video is one of the most constructive and helpful one on CZcams, really good work, thanks for shattering.
*sharing
I can be pretty critical when it comes to this type of “backyard” instructional video, this is the exception!
Your explanations are on point as well as your camera angles. You did a great job!!!
I found this video getting ready to cover our ‘15 Forester XT’s steering wheel. These custom fit covers appear to be worth the extra cost.
Again, great job and thank you!
I’m not have hungry I
is the material you used in the video the suede or the alcantara option
Finally someone who knows what’s up! Well done!
I did did this to my g37, I removed the steering wheel from the car & removes all buttons & trim, double sisded tape under the spoke areas & also baseball stitch instead of every stitch got the job done in about 1.5 hours.
I done this today. With wheel installed on car i fitted the fabric. I then removed airbag then wheel from car, then back plastic piece from wheel my removing 1 screw, then each button assembly and bottom trim piece only have 1 screw each. Very easy to do then you can do it inside if its hot etc
I just did this last weekend, I tried my hardest to do it without removing the wheel, but in the end I did remove it, it only took 5 minutes to remove once I got the airbag unhooked and as was stated before having the trim out of the way makes it 1000X easier to "tuck" the cover in
How long did this take?
Extremely helpful. Thank you.
How long did it take you all up?
Took me about 3hrs with the wheel attached, a couple of places were difficult to see the back side and I was too stubborn to turn the car on and simply turn the wheel as needed. However if you are thinking about doing this I do recommend it, but also don't be stubborn turn the car on and turn the wheel as needed.
Thank you 🙏
Amazing explanation.
Can you recommend a competent installer in Michigan?
wait. the oem wheel cover is not removed?
Thanks for the nice video and I wanted to complain to the seller but now I see that is regular in the area from control keyboard 😅
If you remove the front wheel cover it’s much easier to tuck in the leather and you can also avoid to do damage
I'll be doing this mod in a few weeks and yeah, that does seem like a good idea!
How do you do that
could you feel the adhesive tape through the cover after you put it on?
I didn’t put the adhesive on mine and I’ve had mine for about a couple months now and its not sliding
@@acp__ I didn't either and mine's good too
No, it's very thin, I put a few pieces on around the spokes but the top of the wheel can turn if I try
So detailed and loved your video !
My question is why dont people ever cut the stitching and remove the old material?
Used this as a stitching guide for my one mate cheers
Definitely do not add too much extra string for the last part like he suggests. He's on point everywhere else but if you add too much at the end it will start knotting up
You helped immensely!! 🙏
I chucked mine in the bin because i thought it was to small 😂😂 grabbed straight back out when i see this vid duhhhhh
This is a really good tutorial. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
what camera is thid
Can I still do this if my sewing game is shites and my hands are half as nimble as yours? I.e. I can't floss without bleeding my gums out
Thanks for upload
*proceeds to clean steering wheel from oil" - "touches with bare hands"
thank you dude
Wish there was a wrap for 2009 Toyota Camry
Way too tedious for me...your result looks good but I think once my wheel is worn to a point where it's bad, I'll just swap the whole wheel. I heard subaru will swap it with a 2018+ wheel or you can swap it with a factionfab wheel. Honestly swapping the wheel looks easier than this.
@Kradle to put your comment into perspective, and for the viewers information, how much will the dealership charge you for a new wheel, (airbag?), and installation compared to $80? Maybe 10x more?
Excellent video👍🇦🇺
Seems it would be easier to remove all buttons and trim on the steering wheel prior to install
Don’t think that’s possible on Subarus. And if it is, they are clipped on there pretty well. I’d be afraid of snapping something.
@@Keyoff89 It’s a steering wheel, everything comes off of it. It wasn’t made in one piece.
@@Keyoff89 Once wheel is removed from car. There is 1 screw holding black back piece on. Then 3 screws behind that to remove all the buttons and bottom trim piece. Pretty easy to do
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Well done.
My only concern is whether heated steering wheel would still work?
Don't see why it wouldn't. It may take a bit longer for you to feel it because it would have to heat the factory leather in addition to the extra fabric over top of it. All it is is a heating element under the factory leather just like heated seats. Think of it like this, if you sat in a car bare assed you would feel the heated seat faster than if you were wearing pants because the heat needs to heat your pants before you feel it.
Nice! Outstanding performance!
I don't think the new subaru's have leather it's just some plastic with a stitching effect on it - and it is total shite. My 2000wrx had real leather and that lasted longer than the car. But my 17 is farked like this.
2015 STi owner: The top and bottom of the steering wheel is leather. The sides is a plastic like material that has dimples in it, similar to a soft golf ball. Google a picture and you’ll see what I’m saying
Didn't see anything wrong with your original wheel?
How come a 2016 sw can be so cracked/deteriorated. My 2010 Evo X 150k kms has the original leather wheel in perfect condition. Just cleaning it once in a while
It's not all that uncommon here in Florida because we get pretty intense sun year round. I use UV protection spray and conditioner on the steering wheel and dash to prevent it.
@@IrrelevantInformation my 17 sti is at 12k miles, garage kept, might see 2 hours of sun per day. Wheel still peeled on me at the bottom. And I’m in swfl
Checked on the website and they don’t have my car model...🤦🏻♂️
Message them they custom made mine
Perhaps you could start from the bottom when putting it on
Really impressive.
Yeah. Impressively poor results.
@@schizy wym it looks fire
Looks good... Where can I buy it?
Aliexpress
I greatly appreciate the video. I think I will skip this though as the difficulty, sun fading, reports of moving and not being a deep black are a no go for me. Thank you for trying it out so I don't have to.
You can get many different wraps personally I would go with black leather stitched with red so many options tho
Sounds like a vitch lmao
Nice video!
These covers are hit or miss. I installed 2 on an BMW 435i that came out pretty well. Ordered 1 for my BMW M340i and it did not fit at all. Contacted the vendor and they were no help. Beware.
The soft suede leather looks great for a minute, until it starts getting all that hand oil and dirt on it. You can't simply clean it like smooth leather
I’m on here debating buying the oem one, and I was thinking the same thing. Google cleaning videos. This dude had a BMW and he brought his back from the grave with a brush and some spray. I was shocked
Get a steam cleaner and a microfiber. You’ll be wowed
Suede alcantara dries out my hands
I've had a custom made alcantera/suede steering wheel on my E46 M3 for 7 1/2 years now. I clean it maybe twice a year, and that takes me 5-10 minutes each time. It's still as good as new. Go figure if you actually take care of something, it will last longer...
@@JacesOwnWorld what kind of cleaning do you use for cleaning it
MAKE A WHEEL WRAP FOR 370Z PLS 😭
Superb video. I tried on my car and it took ages🥵🥵. Had I known I would have got that slip on type steering cover.
Would have been good to show us how you did the knots. Everything else was good in this video, but the knots if you’ve never sown before is one of the tricker parts. Get that wrong the new cover will eventually unravel.
Do you actually need the tape ?The sewing should be enough
This car I just love it😊
A blue Subie wrx? Unheard of.
i paid bout 5 dollars same thing
Super awesome but my goodness so much work 😖
Less thab 25$ even
What's a kink? You say kink instead of ? something...I'm guessing a knot?
I'll just buy the flat bottom carbon fiber wheel..
Should have took the steering wheel off
Took me 4 hours… so difficult
100 dollars lol- ROBBED
You got an alternative?
Wrx materials are one of the cheapest used. Complete garbage
Booyah 👊🏽 😁 👍🏽 🇺🇸
That's a steering wheel cover only. You never took the old leather cover out. Not a direct replacement.
Goes over the steering wheel dumbass why tf would you remove old leather
@@MrFizzery 😂😂😂😂
I can't stand Alcantara steering wheels. They work great for grip but they suck for durability. My audi RS7 was 2 years old and the alcantara was already wearing down on my steering wheel. They should use real suede instead of that fake shit or use unpainted top grain leather. $110k car and those A-holes cheap on on materials. Smh
I don't like these covers. Too thick when you're done, looks like shag carpeting. Spend a few extra bucks and replace the steering wheel
That'll split suede looks like garbage.
It's ridiculous to saddle stitch through stitching that was done by machine
What a waste of time for a steering wheel cover! LOL LOL LOL!
This video is a joke. 2021 4 Runner with a 15 1/2 steering wheel. This thing ain't even close to fitting. Horrible product.
has no idea what it does.
That steering wheel looked like trash because it was never taken care of and looks like it was never cleaned at all....
*Expensive product, extremely difficult installation, poor "DYI looking" results. No thanks!*
It’s on sale for 40USD now. I got mine for my DIY and it installed perfectly. I think you are the kind of person who can’t do any DIY that’s why you are struggling.
Just put a screw at the end 😂
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I would rather just buy the quality alcantara direct replacement wheel for $450.
thank you dude
Happy to help