Steering Wheel Upgrade?

Israeli_Z · 12-13-2010, 07:01 AM

So, I don't know why but I really dislike the steering wheel on the Z. I feel like my 08 G35 steering wheel had a smaller circumference, felt better in hand and looked a lot better. Was kind of playing around with the idea of swapping it out to a GT-R wheel. Anyone have an idea if it's possible or even cost worthy? What do you guys think? Also any feedback with anyone that has gone with an aftermarket wheel...just looking for a sportier look and feel.

Stock (obviously)

GT-R

RS4 (really like audi wheels)

My favorite style with the straight edge at the bottom and aggressive thumb grooves (from an Audi R8)

esfourteen · 12-13-2010, 12:50 PM

I actually really like the Z wheel, but you would be better off going aftermarket with a hub adapter.

SoCal 370Z · 12-13-2010, 01:16 PM

So you're looking for meaty beaty big and bouncy in the way of steering wheel grip? The only ones I've seen to date are in Japan, and you'll have to peruse the J-blogs to find them.

phelan · 12-13-2010, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

So you're looking for meaty beaty big and bouncy in the way of steering wheel grip? The only ones I've seen to date are in Japan, and you'll have to peruse the J-blogs to find them.

Wow I was really envisioning something else until I read the rest of that sentence

Wonder if you can rig the Audi steering wheel onto the Z? That'd be interesting.

Da.Menace · 12-13-2010, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by phelan

Wonder if you can rig the Audi steering wheel onto the Z? That'd be interesting.

Gonna try removing the wheel from my A3/A4 and and see. I'm guessing most probably not but oh well let see what happens.

Oh and phelan I like your avatar

RedBullRR · 12-13-2010, 04:48 PM

Coming from a 350Z i think the steering wheel is thicker and smaller. I love my new steering wheel.

SoCal 370Z · 12-15-2010, 12:46 AM

Daytona Aftermarket, Japan

NewYorkJon34 · 12-15-2010, 01:18 AM

Can anyone translate that site for me, I want to order that wheel. I noticed the price at ¥68250 or about $800 dollars. Rep+ to anyone that can help me order it, thanks

bumblez · 12-15-2010, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by NewYorkJon34

Can anyone translate that site for me, I want to order that wheel. I noticed the price at ¥68250 or about $800 dollars. Rep+ to anyone that can help me order it, thanks

Translation result for http://blog.goo.ne.jp/daytona-yamamoto/e/2f54db417107c29346bf750a279f9413

Israeli_Z · 12-15-2010, 05:15 AM

Some good information guys. Thanks for the feedback. I'm curious if the 08 G35 wheels are smaller or the same dimensions as ours? I really liked the feel of mine and my friend has the same G, so I might take some measurements tomorrow....

NewYorkJon34 · 12-15-2010, 08:26 AM

How do u order that steering wheel?

kenchan · 12-15-2010, 12:39 PM

holyshit, that CF steering wheel looks

theDreamer · 12-15-2010, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by NewYorkJon34

How do u order that steering wheel?

I would contact bulletproof automotive or Baker Tuning and see if either can get it.

chops · 12-15-2010, 02:04 PM

do they not get cruise control in japan?!

ClemsonWill · 12-15-2010, 02:28 PM

I have to agree. That CF wheel is pretty nice. But $800 before trying to get it shipped to the US.

12-13-2010, 07:01 AM	#1 (permalink)
Israeli_Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Francisco Posts: 125 Drives: 10 370Z Rep Power: 15	Steering Wheel Upgrade? So, I don't know why but I really dislike the steering wheel on the Z. I feel like my 08 G35 steering wheel had a smaller circumference, felt better in hand and looked a lot better. Was kind of playing around with the idea of swapping it out to a GT-R wheel. Anyone have an idea if it's possible or even cost worthy? What do you guys think? Also any feedback with anyone that has gone with an aftermarket wheel...just looking for a sportier look and feel. Stock (obviously) GT-R RS4 (really like audi wheels) My favorite style with the straight edge at the bottom and aggressive thumb grooves (from an Audi R8) __________________ 2010 Pearl White Sport 6M/T: Philips~ Amuse~Meisterschaft~Stillen~Polk~JL~Alpine~Wicked C.A.S.~

12-13-2010, 12:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
esfourteen A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: LI, NY Posts: 1,375 Drives: 40th TT Rep Power: 18	I actually really like the Z wheel, but you would be better off going aftermarket with a hub adapter. __________________ Build Thread \| GTM TT Install Thread \| Engine Build Thread

12-13-2010, 01:16 PM	#3 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 34	So you're looking for meaty beaty big and bouncy in the way of steering wheel grip? The only ones I've seen to date are in Japan, and you'll have to peruse the J-blogs to find them. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

12-15-2010, 12:46 AM	#7 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 34	Daytona Aftermarket, Japan __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

12-15-2010, 05:15 AM	#10 (permalink)
Israeli_Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Francisco Posts: 125 Drives: 10 370Z Rep Power: 15	Some good information guys. Thanks for the feedback. I'm curious if the 08 G35 wheels are smaller or the same dimensions as ours? I really liked the feel of mine and my friend has the same G, so I might take some measurements tomorrow.... __________________ 2010 Pearl White Sport 6M/T: Philips~ Amuse~Meisterschaft~Stillen~Polk~JL~Alpine~Wicked C.A.S.~

12-13-2010, 04:48 PM	#6 (permalink)
RedBullRR Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Suffolk Posts: 336 Drives: 2010 370Z Red Rep Power: 15	Coming from a 350Z i think the steering wheel is thicker and smaller. I love my new steering wheel.

12-15-2010, 01:18 AM	#8 (permalink)
NewYorkJon34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 3,041 Drives: 09 Fairlady Z Rep Power: 1065	Can anyone translate that site for me, I want to order that wheel. I noticed the price at ¥68250 or about $800 dollars. Rep+ to anyone that can help me order it, thanks

12-15-2010, 08:26 AM	#11 (permalink)
NewYorkJon34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 3,041 Drives: 09 Fairlady Z Rep Power: 1065	How do u order that steering wheel?

12-15-2010, 12:39 PM	#12 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	holyshit, that CF steering wheel looks

12-15-2010, 02:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
chops A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NA Posts: 1,732 Drives: NA Rep Power: 22	do they not get cruise control in japan?! WubWubWalrus likes this.

12-15-2010, 02:28 PM	#15 (permalink)
ClemsonWill A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 12,045 Drives: a Civic VP! Rep Power: 445	I have to agree. That CF wheel is pretty nice. But $800 before trying to get it shipped to the US. __________________ Slightly modded

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