This video is helpful but does not include removal of the steering wheel boss, which I believe is necessary with the von Braun wheel. I think that is accomplished with the specialized nut removal tool and wheel pull kit I mentioned. Going to USGP this weekend so going to try to change mine next week.
Yes looks that way. Let us know how it goes. Treated my new Braun wheel with Ceramic protector and it's ready to go on.
Today was my first proper drive with the 3 spoke steering wheel with extended hub and I must say it's brilliant. At 6"3 I had never really found a satisfying driving position with the original 4 spoke steering wheel but having the steering wheel closer now makes a world of difference in terms of comfort but also with the control of the car as it allows for making smaller and more precise inputs to the point that I actually think the steering is brilliant now whilst it always seemed over assisted before. In retrospect it is pretty obvious that driving with the elbows a little more bent was going to improve the control but that's not something I thought about when ordering the 3 spoke wheel. Again, a well worth upgrade.
Looking forward to same. I ordered the extended hub too. I'm only 6 ft though. Did you fit it yourself ?
@ Lesplaces , is your car an airbag variant? If so maybe the guy who quoted 4 hrs is factoring in air bag paraphernalia to deal with . I thought you recently purchased the late 95 2.7 but with an airbag from JP ?
Haha yes it is but the new wheel comes with the resistor so planning to leave the passenger bag in place . I've seen a video on disconnecting the old driver airbag, looks like 5 mins. Will ask them why so long.
Is it something ( disabled airbag in situ ) that your insurance Co needs notifying? . Aftermarket wheel too ? Thinking after a major accident claim the accessor spots it at the salvage yard ? Pulls the “ you didn’t notify us as per clause XYX “ = invalid policy?
Yes I checked all that and got it in writing from the insurer. Not a problem for them. I will keep the old wheel rather than sell so if I ever sell the car I can offer a new buyer the option.
Did you get the 30mm or 50mm extended hub? What are the options when ordering? What is the lead time once ordered? Can you post pics of the back of the wheel? Thank you
I got the 50 yes as I am reasonably tall. 30 I think is a. Option but more expensive . Came within a week. Will send a pic of the back when home end of week.
One of my biggest gripes about the 355 is how far away the steering wheel is from the driver. So whether you're tall or average I feel the bigger extension is the way to go. I'd still love to see pics when available! Thanks
Same here. I'm going to the 456M/550 airbag wheel but want to put a spacer in when I do, the wheel is way too far away at the top.
I got the 50mm hub. As I said it makes a world of difference. The only thing I don't like about the 3 spoke wheel, apart from the price, is the rim that is slimmer than on the 4 spoke wheel. The larger rim makes for a better grip.
Started the process of removing my airbag steering wheel and realized I don’t need any special nut tool as I had previously mentioned. By my measurement, looks like I need to pick up a 24mm socket to remove the nut securing the wheel hub. Hopefully the rest of the process is straightforward once I get the 24 mm socket. Will report back.
