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Jan 4th, 2008, 02:27 PM
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3 spoke steering wheel
How difficult is it to change from a 2 spoke to 3 spoke steering wheel? Is it a DIY job or MINI garage?
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Jan 4th, 2008, 02:29 PM
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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.
Jan 4th, 2008, 03:59 PM
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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.
Jan 5th, 2008, 02:29 AM
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It's a simple plug & play operation.
Jan 8th, 2008, 06:47 PM
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Quote: Originally Posted by steve11 (original)
It's a simple plug & play operation.
As easy as you said, thanks
Thanks for this post from:
Jan 8th, 2008, 07:27 PM
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Is it?
Jan 8th, 2008, 08:05 PM
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Quote: Originally Posted by RyanK (original)
Is it?
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.
Jan 8th, 2008, 09:03 PM
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Nice One, Thanks for the info!
I'll get onto the purchase...all i need is an airbag
Jan 9th, 2008, 01:57 AM
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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.
Jan 9th, 2008, 02:45 AM
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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.
Jan 9th, 2008, 07:53 AM
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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
Jan 9th, 2008, 06:17 PM
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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?
Jan 9th, 2008, 10:26 PM
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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
Jan 9th, 2008, 11:07 PM
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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
Jan 10th, 2008, 02:25 AM
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Quote: Originally Posted by RyanK (original)
Big Deal that I never said thanks for your comment, care. Its not a competition
It's called humor kid.
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Lighten up, no apology or thanks necessary but feel free to pm me if you must.
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Great talking to you sunshine.
lmao.
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