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madone · Jan 4th, 2008, 02:27 PM

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

ned78 · Jan 4th, 2008, 02:29 PM

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 · Jan 4th, 2008, 03:59 PM

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 · Jan 5th, 2008, 02:29 AM

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

madone · Jan 8th, 2008, 06:47 PM

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 · Jan 8th, 2008, 07:27 PM

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 · Jan 8th, 2008, 08:05 PM

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 · Jan 8th, 2008, 09:03 PM

Nice One, Thanks for the info!

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

steve11 · Jan 9th, 2008, 01:57 AM

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 · Jan 9th, 2008, 02:45 AM

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 · Jan 9th, 2008, 07:53 AM

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 · Jan 9th, 2008, 06:17 PM

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 · Jan 9th, 2008, 10:26 PM

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 · Jan 9th, 2008, 11:07 PM

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 · Jan 10th, 2008, 02:25 AM

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.

lol.
Lighten up, no apology or thanks necessary but feel free to pm me if you must.

.
Great talking to you sunshine.

lmao.

theminiv · Jan 12th, 2008, 04:11 PM

Ooh getting hot in here . . . ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

Anyhoo, back on topic. So you all mean to say, even on my 2006 r50 mini one, with mfsw. I could swap this over to a new three spoke?!!

I asked for one when i ordered the car but they diddnt do i

Any ideas

RyanK · Jan 12th, 2008, 04:19 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by steve11 (original)

It's called humor kid.

lol.
Lighten up, no apology or thanks necessary but feel free to pm me if you must.

.
Great talking to you sunshine.

lmao.

Sorry Dude.

I thought you were being serious and hence couldn't be bothered with an argument over nothing.

Jan 4th, 2008, 02:27 PM	#1
madone MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2007 Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 9 Offline	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?

Jan 4th, 2008, 02:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
ned78 MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Cork, Ireland Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 290 Offline	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. MINI Club of Ireland - Modern MINI Magazine's UK and Ireland Club of the Year 2007

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Phoenix Cooper Reborn My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Pork Pie Land Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 765 Offline	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? Life is not about the amount of breath's you take.............. It’s about the moments that take your breath away………

Jan 10th, 2008, 02:25 AM	#15 (permalink)
steve11 Mad Modder My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Australia Local Time: 05:24 PM Posts: 340 Offline	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.lol. Lighten up, no apology or thanks necessary but feel free to pm me if you must.. Great talking to you sunshine.lmao. Last edited by steve11 : Jan 10th, 2008 at 09:19 AM. Reason: add smiley

Jan 12th, 2008, 04:11 PM	#16 (permalink)
theminiv MINI2 Senior My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Britain Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 556 Offline	Ooh getting hot in here . . . ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss Anyhoo, back on topic. So you all mean to say, even on my 2006 r50 mini one, with mfsw. I could swap this over to a new three spoke?!! I asked for one when i ordered the car but they diddnt do i Any ideas Focus > Mini One > Mini Cooper > Mini Cooper > BMW 316 > BMW 318 > MINI ONE > BMW 120i > MINI ONE ORDERED!!!!!!!!!!!! IM BACK!!

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Jan 4th, 2008, 03:59 PM	#3 (permalink)
madone MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2007 Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 9 Offline	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	#4 (permalink)
steve11 Mad Modder My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Australia Local Time: 05:24 PM Posts: 340 Offline	It's a simple plug & play operation. Just make sure to disconnect the battery 1st so as not to activate the airbag light.

Jan 8th, 2008, 06:47 PM	#5 (permalink)
madone MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2007 Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 9 Offline	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

Jan 8th, 2008, 07:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
RyanK Pure Silver Batman Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Aberdeen, Scotland Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 467 Offline	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

Jan 8th, 2008, 08:05 PM	#7 (permalink)
madone MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2007 Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 9 Offline	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.

Jan 8th, 2008, 09:03 PM	#8 (permalink)
RyanK Pure Silver Batman Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Aberdeen, Scotland Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 467 Offline	Nice One, Thanks for the info! I'll get onto the purchase...all i need is an airbag

Jan 9th, 2008, 01:57 AM	#9 (permalink)
steve11 Mad Modder My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Australia Local Time: 05:24 PM Posts: 340 Offline	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	#10 (permalink)
rkw MINI2 Senior Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Francisco, CA Local Time: 12:24 AM Posts: 587 Offline	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	#11 (permalink)
Ant FR MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 1,789 Online	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, 10:26 PM	#13 (permalink)
Ant FR MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 1,789 Online	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	#14 (permalink)
RyanK Pure Silver Batman Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Aberdeen, Scotland Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 467 Offline	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 12th, 2008, 04:19 PM	#17 (permalink)
RyanK Pure Silver Batman Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Aberdeen, Scotland Local Time: 08:24 AM Posts: 467 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by steve11 (original) It's called humor kid.lol. Lighten up, no apology or thanks necessary but feel free to pm me if you must.. Great talking to you sunshine.lmao. Sorry Dude. I thought you were being serious and hence couldn't be bothered with an argument over nothing.

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