3 spoke steering wheel

[madone]

How difficult is it to change from a 2 spoke to 3 spoke steering wheel? Is it a DIY job or MINI garage?

[ned78]

It's possible to do it, but you need to also swap the 2 spoke airbag, for the three spoke airbag, and if you're not too familiar with doing that, you're best to leave your garage do it for you, or a specialist. If you do a search through the Forum, you'll see you're not the only one who wants to do it, it's a very popular upgrade.

[madone]

Quote: Originally Posted by ned78 (original)

It's possible to do it, but you need to also swap the 2 spoke airbag, for the three spoke airbag, and if you're not too familiar with doing that, you're best to leave your garage do it for you, or a specialist. If you do a search through the Forum, you'll see you're not the only one who wants to do it, it's a very popular upgrade.

I have the wheel and airbag for the 3 spoke. Just wondered if it was a difficult job changing any wires etc. if you have to of course. I can fit it otherwise.

[steve11]

It's a simple plug & play operation.
Just make sure to disconnect the battery 1st so as not to activate the airbag light.

[madone]

Quote: Originally Posted by steve11 (original)

It's a simple plug & play operation.
Just make sure to disconnect the battery 1st so as not to activate the airbag light.

As easy as you said, thanks

[RyanK]

Is it?

I have one waiting for me at the moment...waiting cos I was unsure if it would be an easy job!

Whats the situation with the airbag...or is it just a straight swap.

Cheers

[madone]

Quote: Originally Posted by RyanK (original)

Is it?

I have one waiting for me at the moment...waiting cos I was unsure if it would be an easy job!

Whats the situation with the airbag...or is it just a straight swap.

Cheers

Its a straight swap but you dont need the torxe bit to fix it back together like the 2 spoke just push the airbag into place and one happy horn working. Nothing else to do, took me about 10 min to change.

[RyanK]

Nice One, Thanks for the info!

I'll get onto the purchase...all i need is an airbag

[steve11]

Quote: Originally Posted by RyanK (original)

Nice One, Thanks for the info!

I'll get onto the purchase...all i need is an airbag

No problem, don't mention it.....oh you didn't.

[rkw]

There is a writeup and photos here: http://www.northamericanmotoring.com...d.php?t=112513
It shows a JCW wheel but the fitting is exactly the same for a standard wheel.

[Ant FR]

very easy, i bought a brand new unused 3 spoke MFW wheel out of a 2007 cabrio, and a new airbag unit , bioth from ebay for the grand total of 150. I also sourced a carbon fibre JCW 3rd spoke cover and it all swapped within 5 mins. Just sold my old 2 spoke and airbag for 100 quid on ebay, and the feel of the new wheel is so much better

[Phoenix]

Quote: Originally Posted by Ant FR (original)

very easy, i bought a brand new unused 3 spoke MFW wheel out of a 2007 cabrio, and a new airbag unit , bioth from ebay for the grand total of 150. I also sourced a carbon fibre JCW 3rd spoke cover and it all swapped within 5 mins.

Was your 2 Spoke a MFW or a Standard?

[Ant FR]

Quote: Originally Posted by Phoenix (original)

Was your 2 Spoke a MFW or a Standard?

MFW, and if i'm honest i did prefer the controls on the back of the wheel, but you can't have it all as the 3-spoke is the best looking

[RyanK]

Quote: Originally Posted by steve11 (original)

No problem, don't mention it.....oh you didn't.

Big Deal that I never said thanks for your comment, care. Its not a competition

And I don't want no petty argument going live over a thread. If you have a problem send me a PM and we can discuss things

[steve11]

Quote: Originally Posted by RyanK (original)

Big Deal that I never said thanks for your comment, care. Its not a competition

And I don't want no petty argument going live over a thread. If you have a problem send me a PM and we can discuss things

It's called humor kid..
Lighten up, no apology or thanks necessary but feel free to pm me if you must..
Great talking to you sunshine.lmao.