So I have been looking at getting my Momo wheel on this evening. I have just deleted my Hicas, and was told that I could fit a non hicas boss to my steering column. However the HKB boss looks like this

 

 

And won't fit due to the brass ring being in the way.

 

Is there anything I can do to adapt my current boss? Or do I need to order a new Hicas boss to fit the current setup?

 

Thanks guys

The brass ring if for the horn, and those holes I think should have pins in for the indicator deactivation. Which bit of it doesn't fit? Can the whole thing simply not go far down enough to seat on the splines?

It will fit into the splines, but there is a big gap between the steering wheel shroud and the rear of the boss housing

1990-1991 NA Steering wheel quick disconnect

 

will this part work?

 

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Steering-Wheel-Hub-Adapter-Boss-Kit-For-Nissan-240SX-300ZX-Maxima-Pulsar/361921470430?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140620091118%26meid%3D680a23fea5534e14abfb9bdc1bf79048%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D271314758783

 

Hopefully after installing this part, I can put original steering wheel back on, I still have to figure out the 3 cruise button hookups on the wheel

 

Ultimate steering wheel I would like to use is this one:

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Pontiac-Firebird-Steering-Wheel-Gray-Leather-W-Radio-Controls-Grand-Prix-87-92-/322555942290?hash=item4b19d51592:g:YhAAAOSwA29Y4D7R&vxp=mtr

I also have part numbers for steering column to use with this wheel, have not cross checked yet and I will need to figure out where and how to put the 3 cruise buttons..

 

Cannot fail if we don't try, all we can do is wonder "what if"

 

Brad

 

 

I doing this for better egress into car..

 

If I can't do the above

1990-1991 NA Steering wheel quick disconnect

 

will this part work?

 

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Steering-Wheel-Hub-Adapter-Boss-Kit-For-Nissan-240SX-300ZX-Maxima-Pulsar/361921470430?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140620091118%26meid%3D680a23fea5534e14abfb9bdc1bf79048%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D271314758783

 

Hopefully after installing this part, I can put original steering wheel back on, I still have to figure out the 3 cruise button hookups on the wheel

 

I think you are misunderstanding what a Boss is.

 

Yes this boss is compatible with the Z (non Hicas), it is not however a quick disconnect and will not allow you to put an original or Firebird wheel on. OEM wheels attach straight to the spline. This boss is an adapter which allows you to put aftermarket 6bolt steering wheels on (such as momo wheels). You can get quick disconnect adapters which bolt to these but it will more the wheel far forward.

 

To fit an OEM wheels back on or a Firebird (god forbid why you would want that wheel), you would have to somehow cut and weld a 6bolt plate on the back. I do not recommend you do this, keep the OEM wheel, or install a proper quality aftermarket steering wheel.

I dunno, but this might work

 

https://whiteheadperformance.com/product/nissan-300zx-steering-wheel-hub-boss-adapter-kit/

 

Brad

I never understand everything,,lol

 

That is why I put the steering column link in orignal message

 

Brad

I dunno, but this might work

 

https://whiteheadperformance.com/product/nissan-300zx-steering-wheel-hub-boss-adapter-kit/

 

Brad

That's the same thing

Allows you to fit a steering wheel like this:

It will not help you fit an OEM or Firebird wheel

I think the last link will work me also.

 

I can find no instructions on how this setup is supposed to be installed,,

 

I know to disconnect battery first

Remove current oem wheel and associated stuff

 

However is it adapter first

Boss next

then quick dissconnect

then new wheel?

 

or boss

adaptor

then quick?

 

Oh ya,,on subject of all buttons, I like them. Some people like choc ice cream others prefer vanilla,,lol

I also like gauges with needles rather than idiot lights or LED readouts:cool3:ts

I think the last link will work me also.

 

I can find no instructions on how this setup is supposed to be installed,,

 

I know to disconnect battery first

Remove current oem wheel and associated stuff

 

However is it adapter first

Boss next

then quick dissconnect

then new wheel?

 

or boss

adaptor

then quick?

 

Oh ya,,on subject of all buttons, I like them. Some people like choc ice cream others prefer vanilla,,lol

I also like gauges with needles rather than idiot lights or LED readouts:cool3:ts

 

What adapter?

 

It should just be boss, quick disconnect, wheel

 

But as I said the wheel will have to be a 6 bolt aftermarket wheel.

I forgot to mention previously,

 

I have friends at Iditit and Flaming River

:tongue_smilie:

If I just removed my oem 1990-1991 NA steering wheel and installed adapter, (perhaps quick diss also) and aftermarket 13" wheel (with no diss) or 15" with diss , I will have solved my egress issues.

 

However, I lose the cruise control buttons.

I have looked and not been able to find any info about how and where to put these options back into use, I like cruise control.

 

Anybody seen or heard of way to enable / move these 3 buttons so that I can have cruise control?

 

Brad Future Z owner ( I am coming closer to obtaining one), this is last hurdle to overcome B4 I buy one

If I just removed my oem 1990-1991 NA steering wheel and installed adapter, (perhaps quick diss also) and aftermarket 13" wheel (with no diss) or 15" with diss , I will have solved my egress issues.

 

However, I lose the cruise control buttons.

I have looked and not been able to find any info about how and where to put these options back into use, I like cruise control.

 

Anybody seen or heard of way to enable / move these 3 buttons so that I can have cruise control?

 

Brad Future Z owner ( I am coming closer to obtaining one), this is last hurdle to overcome B4 I buy one

 

For airbag wheels, there was instead a stalk: https://conceptzperformance.com/nissan-infiniti-nissan-oem-300zx-switch-assembly-ascd-cruise-control-91-96-w-air-bag-z32-25551-44p00_p_8628.php

 

You could consider finding and fitting one - I believe FunkySi here has done so.

I found solution to still have cruise control after mounting after market steering wheel. :clap:

 

Here is the link: http://www.thecruisecontrolstore.com/universal-rostra-cruise-control-kit-w-dash-switch/

 

Make sure you check off box on auto or manual.

 

Also if you like it, for a few more quid you can get the switch to be wireless remote (only bring it out of storage when you want to use it) or use double sided velcro..

 

I dunno if it causes conflicts with OEM warning systems , but it should not. It does not hook up to anything already on car..It is complete "stand alone" kit. This kit (if uncomfortable doing it yourself) can be put on by decent mechanic or sterio installer. Est Time is about 4 hours labor, and NO dealerships involved!

 

Now, I am down to just obtaining a good car, choosing between aftermarket steering wheels and size or using quick diss. I have already chosen short throw linkage (Stillen).

 

Yipee!

 

Brad future Z owner and coming closer by the day

 

PS: I would appreciate opinions on 13" vs 15" (oem) steering wheel diameters, because if I go 15 then I will definately need quick release.

I forgot,,I am sad that Wheeler dealers have broken up,

 

Perhaps I can convince ED to move to USA and become my neighbor, I would be willing to supplement his costs,,,lol

 

Brad

After market steering wheel kits. Perhaps this is the one

 

https://www.amazon.com/Nissan-Sentra-Stitch-Steering-Release/dp/B0113KJ1HS?SubscriptionId=AKIAIJZCAHYJ3ILXVY2A&tag=center-kenes-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B0113KJ1HS

 

It comes (If I am reading it correctly)

Steering wheel

quick diss connect

hub adapter

 

all for under 100 lbs british,,so for me it would be about 140 or so

 

Am I correct?

 

Brad Future Z owner

I forgot,,that is 13" wheel,,with 15" wheel,,use this one

 

https://www.amazon.com/Leather-Stitches-Steering-Nissan-Adapter/dp/B00FAD4JW2?SubscriptionId=AKIAIJZCAHYJ3ILXVY2A&tag=center-kenes-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00FAD4JW2

 

I am hopefull I am correct

Hi,

 

I have given up on the "firebird" wheel, and thanks be to all that aided me in making that decession.

also

I now understand (hopefully) the aftermarket steering wheel install steps. The aftermarket steering wheel is needed for me to increase egress entering and exiting the car. I just need a little more room. The sequence for the steering wheel is boss, Quick Diss and finally wheel.

 

If I use a 13" (320mm) wheel I might not need the diss.

If I use a 15" (350mm) wheel I will have to have the diss

 

Going to aftermarket setup either way will mover the wheel closer to me.

 

I think I am going to go with the 13" (320mm) wheel and include the diss, this way I also gain a theft deterrent by removing wheel when car is left unattended. This will not stop theft (if they really want car - they are going to get it, no matter what I do - it will just be harder for them to get it. Along those lines, I will probably install a reed switch using a magnet to activate it, a GPS tracker (hidden and self powered) and possibly a baby monitor. Last case would be a Denver boot. Sadly, Charleston, SC has a real problem in auto theft and they are very fast at doing it, we are a high tourist area and there are many thefts, they are kept out of the news because of the effect it might have on the tourism industry, the same logic is used on shark attacks, we are (so is Georgia and Florida east cost) right in the path of the sharks migratory path, we are located just west on the gulf stream.

 

Thanks again for all the feedback on the steering wheel. Your patience, cooperation and future cooperation is greatly appreciated,

 

Brad future Z owner

 

PS: I am getting frustrated on my search to acquire a Z. Sadly there are many adds for 300ZX cars that have their titles washed, Carfax really helps me in this matter.

Have you considered keeping the stock wheel and getting a quick release kit?