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Leather re-wrap?

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Leather re-wrap?

Postby terryjm1 » 16 Dec 2007 22:06

I would like to have my steering wheel re-wrapped. Anyone know who does this?



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Postby Red » 16 Dec 2007 22:42

I'm not sure if there's any specialists in this sort of thing (especially in this 'chuck it out rather than repair it' disposable age), but probably your best bet for leather work would be a saddlery?
I used to know a saddler, and while his mainstay was saddles and horsey stuff, he used to turn his hand to all sorts of stuff - if it involved leather, he'd have a go.

Might be worth a try - the worst you'll get is a funny look!

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Postby Peter Nuss » 17 Dec 2007 00:50

The last time I had one priced to re-wrap, it was about $400 from a speciality shop in the US. I threw it in the trash and bought a new one from the Roadster Factory.

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Postby Rich in Vancouver » 17 Dec 2007 03:11

If you have a Tandy Leather store in your area check them out.
They may be able to show you how to do it yourself, and they certainly have the supplies you would need. Failing that they probably know someone who could do the job for you.

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Postby Johnluss » 19 Dec 2007 01:28

Hi! I have done mine with real leather bought from a local fur coat shop. I have remove the old one and cut the new one the same shape. The only thing that did not work perfectly is the joint but it is ok.

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Postby KRenken » 19 Dec 2007 19:27

I covered mine with a custom made leather cover by Wheelskins. www.wheelskins.com

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