Indy Shop took a blade to my Steering Wheel

///M4ster Yoda · 12-09-2017, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ONE1

It's pretty simple. I just installed a CS wheel. Takes no more than an hour if you haven't done it before.

Cool. Thanks. I'm gonna give it a shot. Iv'e had enough drama lately

Killed by Death · 12-09-2017, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M4ster Yoda

Couldn't wait. Purchased a like "new" OEM heated wheel from a forum member for $415 shipped.

You guys think this is a DIY job or should I dare brave another local Indy shop?

Wasn't sure how complex removing the wheel is gonna be

Airbags (Explosives) involved...I'd take it to the dealer or trusted body shop.

Wah · 12-09-2017, 05:15 PM

I would've said just get it wrapped in alcantara... Cheaper than buying a new wheel and looks really good.

BTW... what dive shop does that guy own? I love diving in Provo, but I haven't been in a long time because of the crazy airfare.

///M4ster Yoda · 12-09-2017, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Wah

I would've said just get it wrapped in alcantara... Cheaper than buying a new wheel and looks really good.

BTW... what dive shop does that guy own? I love diving in Provo, but I haven't been in a long time because of the crazy airfare.

I would have done Alcantara but I like the heated wheel action. He's actually on the smaller island of Grand Turk. You gotta take a small scary plane from Provo. It's Grand Turk Diving http://www.gtdiving.com

Wah · 12-09-2017, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M4ster Yoda

I would have done Alcantara but I like the heated wheel action. He's actually on the smaller island of Grand Turk. You gotta take a small scary plane from Provo. It's Grand Turk Diving http://www.gtdiving.com

heater still works when you wrap it...

One day I'll hit Grand Turk... I love Provo though.

BzsBimmer · 12-09-2017, 07:45 PM

Use the DIY for the BMW performance wheel. Same procedure to R&R. Once you disconnect the battery, you lose its ability to explode if wires touch, or whatever triggers ignition.

Almost looks like a sharp ring or watch piece ran across the leather.

Olivo · 12-09-2017, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M4ster Yoda

Couldn't wait. Purchased a like "new" OEM heated wheel from a forum member for $415 shipped.

You guys think this is a DIY job or should I dare brave another local Indy shop?

Wasn't sure how complex removing the wheel is gonna be

I haven't done it personally, but I don't believe it's much more difficult than doing any other cars with aux buttons. There's probably tons of guides.

///F80M3 · 12-09-2017, 09:08 PM

Next time take your car to RCT performance in Westbury. Best tire shop and customer service.

ctgeorge · 12-09-2017, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M4ster Yoda

Couldn't wait. Purchased a like "new" OEM heated wheel from a forum member for $415 shipped.

You guys think this is a DIY job or should I dare brave another local Indy shop?

Wasn't sure how complex removing the wheel is gonna be

Think you pinged me on Ebay yesterday with the wheel I had for sale. DIY is pretty straightforward. Follow most of the steps in this thread, with the exception of the wiring etc.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1204092

Took me under an hour to install the M Performance one.

dinonz · 12-09-2017, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M4ster Yoda

Couldn't wait. Purchased a like "new" OEM heated wheel from a forum member for $415 shipped.

You guys think this is a DIY job or should I dare brave another local Indy shop?

Wasn't sure how complex removing the wheel is gonna be

Yes - is DIY if you have the tools. My friend helped me swap this bad boy in easily. Took about an hour really, but took two in reality with the beers in between.

Aaaaaaaaa · 12-09-2017, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by dinonz

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Originally Posted by ///M4ster Yoda

Couldn't wait. Purchased a like "new" OEM heated wheel from a forum member for $415 shipped.

You guys think this is a DIY job or should I dare brave another local Indy shop?

Wasn't sure how complex removing the wheel is gonna be

Yes - is DIY if you have the tools. My friend helped me swap this bad boy in easily. Took about an hour really, but took two in reality with the beers in between.

Who makes that wheel?

ImGoingPlaces · 12-10-2017, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M4ster Yoda

Couldn't wait. Purchased a like "new" OEM heated wheel from a forum member for $415 shipped.

You guys think this is a DIY job or should I dare brave another local Indy shop?

Wasn't sure how complex removing the wheel is gonna be

its not hard at all

dinonz · 12-11-2017, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by pheerlx

Who makes that wheel?

Nexon Motors in Turkey.

wdskukm3 · 12-11-2017, 05:43 PM

Nice wheel. Must have cost a fortune.

dinonz · 12-11-2017, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by wdskukm3

Nice wheel. Must have cost a fortune.

They're still awaiting delivery of my first born.

khanyam4 · 12-12-2017, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Wah

I would've said just get it wrapped in alcantara... Cheaper than buying a new wheel and looks really good.

BTW... what dive shop does that guy own? I love diving in Provo, but I haven't been in a long time because of the crazy airfare.

Wah can I get some information on that steering wheel?

AhsanU · 12-13-2017, 01:42 AM

Wow.

Holy shit.

My question is this - how the hell did this even happen? Since when did changing 4 wheels require someone going inside the cabin with a damned razor blade? Did they take a blade to cut off the annoying minute little rubber pieces that stick out on new tyres or something? Wtf.

Either way, I'd be livid. Do as much as you can to spread the news about the shop, and piss the owner off by dragging him into small claims court. Most of the time, not much happens, but at least you'll waste the bastard's time.

aajjcc · 12-13-2017, 03:12 AM

Someone forgot to cut their nails...

Wah · 12-13-2017, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by khanyam4

Wah can I get some information on that steering wheel?

Its a stock wheel wrapped by Coby Wheel. They do a good job and you can customize the colors. The silver trim was painted locally. If you're gonna do the trim, you'll need to get the same push washers used to keep it attached to the center trim piece.

cotmfk · 12-13-2017, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ///M4ster Yoda

I'll name them. Fuck em. It's North Shore Imports in Setauket NY. The previous owner was awesome. We used to joke that he was an auto mechanic savant. He could diagnose anything. Very fair and reasonably priced. Most importantly honest. I've sent tons of people there over the years. Saab, Volvo, and Foreign car specialist. One of my 1st cars was a Saab 900 Turbo. That's how I ended up there in the 1st place

Thank you for naming them. So many people complain about a shop's bad deeds and then never name the shop.

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