Mark in Baltimore

But how many of us are going to be strapping into six point harnesses with a helmet and HANS device on while we go for a fall drive?

Derrick B.

Airbags are an interesting - but off topic - subject. Sorry for the hijack! ( I like the three spoke 996 wheel, but without the carbon fiber.) The original premise behind the US Spec airbags was an unbelted average male. This was a major cause of injury to women and children. After a few years of carnage, the spec for restraint was changed to make the airbags less lethal. In Europe, they used a lower power bag from the get-go. This brings us back to the steering wheel choice. If you were in a five point harness, belted to a racing seat in a cage equipped car, I'd say the non-airbag wheel (#3 is the one I like) would be entirely appropriate. However, if that is not the case, I'd say go for the airbag wheel. Besides, it would look more integrated with the rest of the car. As others on the board point out, saftey comes from a well integrated system of protective devices.

Flying Finn

Not only because it looks cool, it's also lighter...

I have Porsche Motorsport.

Jean

Have you looked at the Momo Prototipo? For some reason I find it beautiful and about to buy it. I am just looking for an alcantara one. Classic, reminds me of the old Alfa Romeos and RSR obviously.

Check picture at this Rennlist sponsor http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/...911REC_pg9.htm

Jean

Flying Finn, That's the one I am looking for!!! Can you tell me where to buy it..

Just read it is a Porsche motorsport..any idea where to get the aftermarket one?
Thanks

Flying Finn

Jean,

You can get Porsche Motorsport version at least from Gert, or you can get "aftermarket" version from aftermarket places (don't remember now which one of them sells but probably few of them).

Aftermarket will be at least half the price, I believe it's a same wheel (made by Momo) but doesn't have those magical 7 engraved letters...

I wen't with the original since it's from Porsche motorsport and that, of course, is more cool...

Mark in Baltimore

Northstar Motorsports carries both Momo and Sparco wheels.

Jean

Thanks guys, I'll check out both places.

Monique

FWIW, the one at the top is the Porsche/Momo unit in the 993 RS... at
least those without airbags.

Mine has no bags and this unit is the one fitted.

Jean

Monique, now I remember where I saw it first, it was on your car. Thanks

DJF1

Love mine:

TechArt 340mm

delanobe

DJF1,

That's the steering wheel I would like to have, you have the price of it without the carbon?

TIA

abar

I think the techart wheels are made by Raid, who also supply aston, konigseeg etc with these wheels. Also popular with miata drivers. More designs and maybe chaper direct:

http://www.raid-rdi.com/english/wiru...rueberuns.html

Al.

Steve 96C4S

To delanobe: Here's a similiar wheel from AJ USA. Don't know if this fits the bill or not...

AJ Favorites 911 GT Sport Steering Wheel

This elegant 14" 3-spoke steering wheel features genuine hand-sewn black leather with perforated hand grips and conveniently-positioned horn buttons. It is TUV approved and includes a full-size airbag. Used by the Factory for special edition vehicles, this wheel fits all Porsches originally equipped with airbag steering wheels (non-Tiptronic). Includes appropriate hub adapter for your vehicle. Easy to install, instructions included.
Includes appropriate hub adapter for your vehicle. Fits all 1990-on 911 models originally equipped with airbag steering wheels (except Tiptronic).

Part Number AJR 348 090
List $1115.00
You Save $376.00
Your Price $739.00
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Regards,
Steve

Jastx

DJF1, your steering wheel is fantastic!