Steering wheel quick release
11-21-2005, 05:29 PM
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another vote for tekniq. i've had it for 2 years now and no play. i agree w/ jack, skip the locking one. it's an unbelievable hassle w/ the key. only reason i got it was b/c someone on pelican once mentioned that the "race" model does not have a provision for the horn. well it does. other than the locking key feature, it's identical to the "street" version.
also, i used to have a spline type of release. the spline wasn't the fine tooth one but rather a large hex. (i think it was hex....) this was a daily driver/DE car and after lots of removals (used it as a theft deterrent) due to metal wear the freeplay increased. wasn't really that distracting when driving, but noticeable nontheless.
also, i used to have a spline type of release. the spline wasn't the fine tooth one but rather a large hex. (i think it was hex....) this was a daily driver/DE car and after lots of removals (used it as a theft deterrent) due to metal wear the freeplay increased. wasn't really that distracting when driving, but noticeable nontheless.
11-21-2005, 05:46 PM
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That Nissport bolt on quick release that doesn't require and adapter looks promising. I have a question about it though: is it keyed in anyway to ensure that you put the wheel on straight? Some QR hubs are drilled through to allow you to see the splined shaft, I always mark it so you can make sure the wheel is oriented correctly. Since the Nissport one isn't a "see-though" type how can you quickly check to see if the wheel is on straight? Putting the wheel on a spline tooth or two off can really screw up your run.
This splined QR from LTB is pretty cheap ($99) but requires you to buy a hub adapter as well.
http://www.ltbmotorsports.com/dilquicrelhu.html
This splined QR from LTB is pretty cheap ($99) but requires you to buy a hub adapter as well.
http://www.ltbmotorsports.com/dilquicrelhu.html
11-21-2005, 06:02 PM
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That Nissport bolt on quick release that doesn't require and adapter looks promising. I have a question about it though: is it keyed in anyway to ensure that you put the wheel on straight? Some QR hubs are drilled through to allow you to see the splined shaft, I always mark it so you can make sure the wheel is oriented correctly. Since the Nissport one isn't a "see-though" type how can you quickly check to see if the wheel is on straight? Putting the wheel on a spline tooth or two off can really screw up your run.
11-21-2005, 10:14 PM
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I use the TechniQ on my 968 and love it. I tried others and they all had play. The TechniQ was the only one that was as tight as the stock set-up. I drove an entire season with it without any problems.
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11-21-2005, 11:49 PM
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If you can afford to pay the $$$ for the GT3 mechanism - it is pure pornography - a jewel of engineering. However - it is somethink like $600 when all is said and done.
That being said, I have a crappy smart racing one that works just fine - though as noted it does have some play at rest.
That being said, I have a crappy smart racing one that works just fine - though as noted it does have some play at rest.
11-22-2005, 01:15 PM
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I have one of these for sale, new, never used. P.M. me for details. http://www.dilysimotorsports.com/Products.htm
11-22-2005, 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Matt Marks
If you can afford to pay the $$$ for the GT3 mechanism - it is pure pornography - a jewel of engineering. However - it is somethink like $600 when all is said and done.
That being said, I have a crappy smart racing one that works just fine - though as noted it does have some play at rest.
That being said, I have a crappy smart racing one that works just fine - though as noted it does have some play at rest.
11-23-2005, 09:07 PM
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FYIW- I've got the LTBMotorsports splined version on my 944 w/ a Momo wheel - no play at all, does move the wheel closer to you. LTB was great to deal with - I understand they are very supportive of Club Racing.
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11-23-2005, 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by aeshultz
FYIW- I've got the LTBMotorsports splined version on my 944 w/ a Momo wheel - no play at all, does move the wheel closer to you. LTB was great to deal with - I understand they are very supportive of Club Racing.
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11-25-2005, 03:37 AM
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Our Atlantic chassis uses the SPA Technique QRE1 quick release. Its a high quality piece that is relatively affordable. Available in 5/8 and 1" spigots.
The E in the p/n indicates a 8 pin Lemo connector for any wiring required. Nice, reliable piece..
The E in the p/n indicates a 8 pin Lemo connector for any wiring required. Nice, reliable piece..
11-25-2005, 11:06 AM
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Chris;
The LTB piece does bring the wheel closer with the Momo adapter -I'd guess by 3/4"-1", best as I can remember. I'd go out and measure, but the car's in storage, and it's 15 degress in Ohio!
The LTB piece does bring the wheel closer with the Momo adapter -I'd guess by 3/4"-1", best as I can remember. I'd go out and measure, but the car's in storage, and it's 15 degress in Ohio!
11-25-2005, 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by aeshultz
Chris;
The LTB piece does bring the wheel closer with the Momo adapter -I'd guess by 3/4"-1", best as I can remember. I'd go out and measure, but the car's in storage, and it's 15 degress in Ohio!
The LTB piece does bring the wheel closer with the Momo adapter -I'd guess by 3/4"-1", best as I can remember. I'd go out and measure, but the car's in storage, and it's 15 degress in Ohio!