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02-23-2009, 10:46 AM

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I read this somewhere on this site, so don't flame me... I read that you had to replace the clock spring as well when replacing the steering wheel. something to consider.

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02-23-2009, 11:50 AM

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elirandolph,

Thanks for the info. I felt back behind the wheel and there are a couple of recesses but it didn't feel like there were screws in there...I'll check again. Is your wheel leather and where'd you buy it for $120?

Yes it is leather and I got it at the local dealer. You may have to take the steering column covers off to gain access to the screws (can't remember for sure).

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02-23-2009, 06:37 PM

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What's a clock spring? I gotta find a service manual...

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02-23-2009, 08:53 PM

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your welcome Scots

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02-23-2009, 10:34 PM

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Another recommendation for the Wheelskins steering wheel cover. SlowSixSpeed has one on his '03 so you might want to PM him about it.

Scott

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02-24-2009, 10:46 AM

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If someone buys a new one will they cut the leater off their old one and post a picture of it. I always wanted to see what was underneith the leather cover.

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02-24-2009, 06:53 PM

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What's a clock spring? I gotta find a service manual...

The service manual said to replace it when i did mine and after I replaced it i didn't see a need to. But then again ithe new clock spring was around 30.00.

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02-24-2009, 08:19 PM

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Buddy of mine just did a ford wheel, was WAY less than $330. I remember him being shocked it was so cheap. I think it was $165.

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02-27-2009, 08:21 PM

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The standard ST model steering wheel is very rugged it doesn't have leather which is great for a work truck. just very plain looking

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02-28-2009, 09:24 AM

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I'm installing my own leather cover on my '06 as we speak (I do leatherwork; got material laying around). The leather in that top section is all slicked and no grip to speak of so it's getting covered.

ScotS, hopefully the swap on yours goes well. I wasn't feeling anywhere near up to par about changing the entire wheel. Much cheaper and easier to lay a fresh strap of leather.

Take care