Suede vs. leather steering wheel
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Suede vs. leather steering wheel
Hi All,
I don't like the feel of the stock 4 spoke Porsche steering wheel on my 951 and I'm going to replace it. This is a combination track (DE) and fun weekend street car that I recently bought.
Should I consider a suede steering wheel? I would get a suede for a track only car but this is also a street car so I'm leaning against it. I'd be interested on thoughts on wear and feel without gloves. Initially, I'll be logging more street than track miles.
Thanks,
Mark
I don't like the feel of the stock 4 spoke Porsche steering wheel on my 951 and I'm going to replace it. This is a combination track (DE) and fun weekend street car that I recently bought.
Should I consider a suede steering wheel? I would get a suede for a track only car but this is also a street car so I'm leaning against it. I'd be interested on thoughts on wear and feel without gloves. Initially, I'll be logging more street than track miles.
Thanks,
Mark
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You're on track (pun intended). With street driving the suede will lay down very quickly. You'd have to brush it all the time. But you can't beat suede gloves on a suede wheel for racing. Try a leather wheel that's ergonomically shaped. I like the price and looks of the Sparco wheels.
Tim Comeau
Anderson Motorworks
Tim Comeau
Anderson Motorworks