Hello, I wish to retore this any tips?
Thanks
Guys
dubai ·
Aussieveedubbers · Tech Talk
Steering Wheel RESTO
https://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/threads/90531/steering-wheel-resto
Menangler ·
Yep,
Thats not a batwing, its from a 8/55 and later car, batwings were fitted to earlier Ovals, pre 8/55.
You can buy repro steering wheels the same as that one, probably worth checking prices before deciding to restore that one.
Thats not a batwing, its from a 8/55 and later car, batwings were fitted to earlier Ovals, pre 8/55.
You can buy repro steering wheels the same as that one, probably worth checking prices before deciding to restore that one.
psimitar ·
That looks like it has few cracks so makes it easy to restore.
For crack buy a tube of Knead it 2 part epoxy putty and enlarge the crack for good adhesion. push the putty in and once all are filled sand the repairs down. Once cracks are repaired then rub entire wheel down with 400 wet n dry. once rinsed off and dry wipe down with a non residue cleaner or tack cloth and then spray with plastic primer. then with high build/spray putty primer, at least 2 coats, and once fully hardened make the surface smoother with a light rub with the 400 wet n dry. Once all rinsed off and dry then spray with and enamel paint of your choosing.
Did mine and cost me no more than $40 for paint and supplies 😀
New one will cost you 5 times this amount or more.
For crack buy a tube of Knead it 2 part epoxy putty and enlarge the crack for good adhesion. push the putty in and once all are filled sand the repairs down. Once cracks are repaired then rub entire wheel down with 400 wet n dry. once rinsed off and dry wipe down with a non residue cleaner or tack cloth and then spray with plastic primer. then with high build/spray putty primer, at least 2 coats, and once fully hardened make the surface smoother with a light rub with the 400 wet n dry. Once all rinsed off and dry then spray with and enamel paint of your choosing.
Did mine and cost me no more than $40 for paint and supplies 😀
New one will cost you 5 times this amount or more.
vw54 ·
yes thats a later Oval and up 62 wheel
Save your self some effort and purchase a repro one they very good quality
Save your self some effort and purchase a repro one they very good quality
66brm ·
Where are the repops available from? Never seen them anywhere
vw54 ·
Available from VVDS 02-9789-1777
psimitar ·
Jeez, lazy 😵💫 it's not in that bad condition.vw54 wrote:yes thats a later Oval and up 62 wheel
Save your self some effort and purchase a repro one they very good quality
If you gonna buy also try Mick motors, Volks, Machine 7, VW Heritage, CIP1, Just Beetles, heck check out the advert banners on Volkszone.com for loads of comapnies with websites and pricing you can see right away. Will give you an idea of how much it'll cost ya 🙂