jg291446

Since I bought my 993 2 years ago, i'm not satisfied with my steering wheel.

I had bought one with wood and airbag separately but it didnt fit since I have an early 95 and the retaining frame is not compatible. I didn’t want to invest more at that time so I sold it back.

Then I bought a "newer" one that looks much better but the leather is far from perfect. So I decided to recover it using classic9 leather shop kit with red stiches. I tried to install it myself. The kit from classic9 is good and fils well. My installation may not be perfect but I am very pleased with the results.

But while the cover kit was on it's way, I got ā deal on a 996 steering wheel and airbag. I like the updated look of that wheel (and it may be the only thing I like from the 996!). But after opening the box, I realised the wheel was missing the retaining frame and the screws and it was not mentionned in the ad or pictures.

Now I need to make a decision... which one I want to keep?

One question though : with the 996 steering wheel, do I need to replace the wires that were used with the 993 wheel?

Anyway, bad experience but could be worst. And I am not handy (let's say I am more comfortable with a calculator!) but I am proud to be able to remove the wheel and recover it myself!

JDB1

The recovered one pops, I like it.

KBell

Both are beautiful!!!!!
Would have to see how the each look in car.
I'm sure someone on Rennlist would help out with the retaining frame/screws if the 996 is the one you decide.

Mike Pezely

If you decide to in use the 3 spoke 996 wheel, you can use the 993 clock spring that is in your car. Plenty of diy instructions if you need them.

Mike Pezely

This should help.

http://www.pcarworkshop.com/index.ph...Steering_Wheel

Todynot

I like the four-spoke better. Just feel it's more correct in the 993.

jg291446

I communicated with the seller. He will send me the retaining frame. I've always preferred the 996 wheel but now I have to admit I have a sentimental attachment to the wheel I recovered, so I may keep that one... We'll see...