Actual C4 Question

[Pete K]

Happy Friday gents :hurray:

Now that Pa temps have finally climbed into the 40's, summer is officially here.
I have to swap out some interior parts to freshen it up a bit.
New carpet, new shifter boot, shoot some interior dye (red) on same black parts, etc.

My buddy had a nice steering wheel on his C5 that had red inserts sewn in, and it looked pretty nice.
Mid America sells these wheels for the C4, but was wondering if you guys have and other preferred companies to check with.
I have been out of the loop for a while, so any info you have is appreciated.
PK

[PLRX]

Pete take the idea to your local upholstery shop. Those guys can do everything. Do your math, and see which way is more cost effective.:seasix:

[DukeAllen]

I seem to recall a place in Poland that made shifter boots that were raved about. :D

[PLRX]

I seem to recall a place in Poland that made shifter boots that were raved about. :D

Don't *ucking go there dude.

[SQUIRMIN VERMIN 84]

(Don't touch me there...)

[WW7]

Hi Pete,
There aren't many places to get the 2 tone wheels except Mid America, but have you thought about getting a wheelskin to go over your existing wheel.. I put one on my 89 and really like it..Most people can't tell its a cover unless I tell them and there only $43.95 for the 2 tone cover....:seasix:...WW

Wheelskins Steering Wheel Cover|Shift Boots|Leather Gloves|Wheelskins Automotive Motoring Leather Accessories (http://www.wheelskinscover.com/)

Pete K, notice how everyone falls apart when you ask a real question....:rofl: We aren't use to that.....

[C4fan]

Hi Pete,
There aren't many places to get the 2 tone wheels except Mid America, but have you thought about getting a wheelskin to go over your existing wheel.. I put one on my 89 and really like it..Most people can't tell its a cover unless I tell them and there only $43.95 for the 2 tone cover....:seasix:...WW

Wheelskins Steering Wheel Cover|Shift Boots|Leather Gloves|Wheelskins Automotive Motoring Leather Accessories (http://www.wheelskinscover.com/)

Pete K, notice how everyone falls apart when you ask a real question....:rofl: We aren't use to that.....


Wayne, the Wheelskin looks pretty good for a cover. How does it install? It looks like it stitches on.

[PLRX]

Wayne, the Wheelskin looks pretty good for a cover. How does it install? It looks like it stitches on.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3b/Paris_Tuileries_Garden_Facepalm_statue.jpg/300px-Paris_Tuileries_Garden_Facepalm_statue.jpg


Bill, maybe you can fax one of these to Pete K

http://www.ismacs.net/singer_sewing_machine_company/images/singer-class-66-treadle-sewing-machine.jpg

[Frizlefrak]

Pete....these guys do good work. Call them and tell them what you want done.

Dallas Custom Steering Wheel (http://www.dallassteeringwheel.com/about.htm)

[C4fan]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3b/Paris_Tuileries_Garden_Facepalm_statue.jpg/300px-Paris_Tuileries_Garden_Facepalm_statue.jpg


Bill, maybe you can fax one of these to Pete K

http://www.ismacs.net/singer_sewing_machine_company/images/singer-class-66-treadle-sewing-machine.jpg

:lol:Yes, but mine uses scotch tape to install.

[Midnight85]

Wayne, the Wheelskin looks pretty good for a cover. How does it install? It looks like it stitches on.

I have a wheelskin on my car and I like it. It does have to be laced on and it takes a while to do it but it is well worth it IMO. No needles involved as in stitching and the thread is waxed so it really pulls tight.

[PLRX]

:lol:Yes, but mine uses scotch tape to install.

Now that is dummy proof right there, but 99.9% of liberals would call you for instructions.

[DukeAllen]

I use the cheap bastard cover
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31wU0ahXs1L.jpg
Remember when it was cool to have these? :D

[WW7]

I use the cheap bastard cover
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31wU0ahXs1L.jpg
Remember when it was cool to have these? :D

Sorry Duke, but it was never cool to have those...:rofl:...WW

[WW7]

Wayne, the Wheelskin looks pretty good for a cover. How does it install? It looks like it stitches on.

Bill, you put the cover over the wheel , get it straight , and stitch it on over your old wheel.. It's really pretty easy but it took my about an hour to do...Midnight85 says there's no needle, but if Im remembering correctly, I used a curved "blunt point" needle to pull the waxed stitching through the holes..This really is a great alternative to getting a $350.00 steering wheel.. I've had mine on for 5 years and it looks as good now as when I put it on...:seasix:..Friz may have a better alternative with having the wheel recovered...:D..WW

[C4fan]

I use the cheap bastard cover
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31wU0ahXs1L.jpg
Remember when it was cool to have these? :D

Sorry Duke, but it was never cool to have those...:rofl:...WW

:rofl: At first I thought 'Hey, i remember those' then I read Waynes post :rofl:, that's a good point

[Taurus]

Sorry, I only do floor mats.

[DukeAllen]

Sorry, I only do floor mats.

We've seen :seasix:
http://www.dodson-group.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/430x430/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/w/a/waf-photo-2.jpg

[PLRX]

Sorry, I only do floor mats.

Yes John we know. I will never forget your help during my floor mat installation. I was going nutz, and your email with detailed instructions assisted me on the installation that lasted almost two hours.

I documented everything in case anyone would not believe this story.

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj290/plrx/BettyBoop/Interiors/Lloyd%20Mats/LloydMats1.jpg
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http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj290/plrx/BettyBoop/Interiors/Lloyd%20Mats/LloydMats10.jpg
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http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj290/plrx/BettyBoop/Interiors/Lloyd%20Mats/LloydMats15.jpg

[DukeAllen]

I see your problem Pete. Those were back seat floor mats. :D

[raidmagic]

Hey Pete another vote for Wheelskins here. My dad did one on his car a few years ago, it's yellow and black and is holding up well. He drives the shit out of his car too. I was going to buy one myself but I got a great deal on another wheel so I went that route

[Black95]

Sorry Duke, but it was never cool to have those...:rofl:...WW

Oh crap! I'm still uncool after all these years. Had one on my '67 Camaro and still have one on my Vette!!
:rofl::cert:

[Black95]

I will be sure to save those instructions in my technical help file!
:dance:

[nutz4c4]

Pete....these guys do good work. Call them and tell them what you want done.

Dallas Custom Steering Wheel (http://www.dallassteeringwheel.com/about.htm)

Or Chuck Pelton..:yesnod: