Author Topic: What Steering wheel for Shag? (Read 1849 times)

cmayna · « **on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:09:09 AM »

I don't want a stock ho hum wheel, yet nothing too radical. Any ideas?

KBMWRS told me I should go with one of these that we saw at a recent car show, but don't worry I'm not listening to him....(too much)

AzPete · « **Reply #1 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:12:10 AM »

selection "B".... :lol

2ndgen · « **Reply #2 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:18:50 AM »

I say go for a custom billet steering wheel...

Here are a few I think could match shag:

or

or if you really want to be bad ass, nothing says I'm tough like skulls:

And of course, everybody loves skittles:

Head on over to www.airbagit.com; you'll find lots of tasteful ideas for shag!
-Rory

Fast68back · « **Reply #3 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:20:48 AM »

DEL65 · « **Reply #4 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:40:07 AM »

See below and +1 on the diamond plate door panels.

70_Fastback · « **Reply #5 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:43:49 AM »

cmayna · « **Reply #6 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:47:24 AM »

Yeah,
I know I set myself up for these knucklehead replies but seriously. I want a wood 15" wheel. Grant & Lacarrea seem to have a decent selection. I do like the Lacarra Mark 3 15" as seen below, but I don't want a wheel that will stand out too much.

http://www.cjponyparts.com/product.asp?pn=STW10&utm_source=google&utm_medium=merchant&utm_campaign=shopping&bhcd2=1274377014

SAC69 · « **Reply #7 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:50:19 AM »

just don't get this one as I have my eye on it:
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/LAC-43201/

70_Fastback · « **Reply #8 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:53:14 AM »

Quote from: cmayna on May, 20, 2010, 09:47:24 AM

I want a wood 15" wheel.

Bite Me · « **Reply #9 on:** May, 20, 2010, 09:57:29 AM »

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buening · « **Reply #10 on:** May, 20, 2010, 10:00:38 AM »

Quote from: SAC69 on May, 20, 2010, 09:50:19 AM

just don't get this one as I have my eye on it:
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/LAC-43201/

Funny, I was just about to link to that exact wheel as a recommendation. Cheaper than the wood one, but depends on if you want wood or leather

Jonk67 · « **Reply #11 on:** May, 20, 2010, 10:02:15 AM »

This 15" MotoLita was one of the first upgrades I did to my car and one of my favorites, changed the look of the interior. I picked it up for ~$75 + the Lecarra adapter ~$65. My biggest issue is finding a horn button that will fit the smaller diameter center hole, haven't found one yet, may have to fab one. At worst I'll find someplace else to put a horn button.

With the center hole cover on:

Of the above the natural nautical wheel would be my next choice but I fear for my coulyones in a fast right turn....
Jon

KBMWRS · « **Reply #12 on:** May, 20, 2010, 10:10:37 AM »

Quote from: DEL65 on May, 20, 2010, 09:40:07 AM

See below and +1 on the diamond plate door panels.

:wstup

Yep that suits you.

hivewax · « **Reply #13 on:** May, 20, 2010, 10:11:00 AM »

Yeah, you can't go wrong with a LeCarra or Moto-Lita... the most expensive wheels out there. I got my wheel from Finish Line - http://www.cobraaccessories.com - the cheapest I found back then, and got the quick release hub from Cobra Auto.

cmayna · « **Reply #14 on:** May, 20, 2010, 10:14:28 AM »

Bite Me just called and suggested I go test handle a few of these wheels. His concern is the Lecarra I like might be too small in cross section dimension of the rim itself. I can't argue for a large rim to grab hold of might be more comfortable.

And SAC69, I will also admit that maybe for Shag a wooden wheel might stand out whereas as black one might fit better realizing I will have black carpet and dash trim pieces. But I promise that if I go black, I won't pick your wheel.

hivewax · « **Reply #15 on:** May, 20, 2010, 10:22:44 AM »

Jon, for $75, that's a great deal. Did you find it on eBay or something??

AtlantaSteve · « **Reply #16 on:** May, 20, 2010, 10:58:56 AM »

Jon's the master of the good deal. He's relentless. I think his real secret is patience. He studies to find out what a really good deal would be, and waits until he finds it. I'm envious :)

Craig, I'll show you the wheel I'm going with:

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/GRT-1178/

It's 14.5" instead of 15, but I love the black mahogany. And the price is pretty good!

They have one with a natural stained mahogany, too...You might like that better with Shag's interior. I like the LeCarra and MotoLita wheels, but this one just seemed more what I like. Good luck finding your match!

abrahamfh · « **Reply #17 on:** May, 20, 2010, 12:11:27 PM »

I really liked this grant wheel for Fred, but I think I would prefer the wood to be a little darker.

http://64.60.165.189/pc-18-3-classic-model.aspx
or
http://lecarra.com/images/Mrk3sup.jpg

Its a tough call especially since there will be a pretty big contrast between the parchment and black of Shag's interior.

I think Shag would look pretty good with a dark wood steering wheel, but if you want to go with the black, I really like this double slot mark IV

http://lecarra.com/images/Dblslot.jpg

scedd · « **Reply #18 on:** May, 20, 2010, 12:25:35 PM »

What about wood & flames

1497 · « **Reply #19 on:** May, 20, 2010, 01:43:12 PM »

Quote from: Jonk67 on May, 20, 2010, 10:02:15 AM

This 15" MotoLita was one of the first upgrades I did to my car and one of my favorites, changed the look of the interior. I picked it up for ~$75 + the Lecarra adapter ~$65. My biggest issue is finding a horn button that will fit the smaller diameter center hole, haven't found one yet, may have to fab one. At worst I'll find someplace else to put a horn button.

With the center hole cover on:

Of the above the natural nautical wheel would be my next choice but I fear for my coulyones in a fast right turn....
Jon

I have one of these for my 66 Shelby. Great feel, a bear when parking...not enough leverage without power steering.
I don't think a horn button was ever made for this size hub. Similar wheel used on the 65 Shelby's required the horn toggle switch on the dash. Mine was rigged with a button mounted by the high beam switch on the floor, spliced into the wiring coming out of the column. I've changed to the factory wood grained plastic wheel when I cared about car show correctness. I'll probably put it back on soon and use a toggle switch instead of the toe button.

I'd go with the MotoLita if it's wood you're after.

GTchris · « **Reply #20 on:** May, 20, 2010, 04:37:31 PM »

I would have used the Moto Lita if I had a '68

I like the original style of the '67 though.

SAC69 · « **Reply #21 on:** May, 21, 2010, 05:17:20 AM »

Craig, I'm using the '67 deluxe wheel now just like the image above but will replace it with a Lecarre soon. If you are interested in it for your car, send me a message.