Hi folks,

I have fitted a new steering wheel to my Zed.....  I am not a fan of aftermarket updates, but sought something a little more modern and "chunky" than the original. So sticking with the "OEM-plus" theme, I bought this from Interior Innovations in the USA.

I still prefer the look of the original - especially as I had it retrimmed by Hide N Seat a few years ago - however I definitely prefer the "feel" of this new one!!

There’s nothing like a new or freshly trimmed steering wheel - love the feel. Had a previous cars steering wheel thickened and retrimmed as it was too skinny and it made such a difference.

On the subject of Interior Innovations, how were they like to deal with? how were lead in times? When it comes time for my interior retrim later down the line, I was interested in getting their seat foam replacements, so just wondering what they’re like to deal with.


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1 hour ago, Raja93 said:

There’s nothing like a new or freshly trimmed steering wheel - love the feel. Had a previous cars steering wheel thickened and retrimmed as it was too skinny and it made such a difference.

On the subject of Interior Innovations, how were they like to deal with? how were lead in times? When it comes time for my interior retrim later down the line, I was interested in getting their seat foam replacements, so just wondering what they’re like to deal with.


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You've changed your name - my bad for not noticing mate..... ?

Interior innovations were pretty good this time - the 'wheel arrived in about two weeks. They even marked the package as a gift, so I saved on the VAT and duty!

I say "this time" because a few years ago, I ordered the double DIN radio bezel, but it took so long that we mutually agreed to cancel the purchase. To be fair, they did not quibble about it, as it was down to their own supply chain. But as said, no issues this time around - I would definitely order from Interior Innovations again.

I have indeed! Set up an account almost a decade ago for my older brother (called Naz), when he was looking for another Zed. He ended up getting a more sensible daily driver! I went to sign up last year when I bought my Zed and saw the naz27 account was still active so went with it, with the intention of changing my profile name - a year and a half later, I've finally got round to it!!

That's great to hear they've done a good job this time; another good supplier to add to the list. They do some unique bits I'm interested in. 

Your interior is absolutely mint BTW. I've been after those red 'Z' emblems for ages but Z Spec have stopped making them ☹️. 

Richard… if you are thinking of disposing of your OEM Hide n Seat re-trimmed wheel please drop me a PM 

On 17/10/2021 at 23:54, GSC said:

Richard… if you are thinking of disposing of your OEM Hide n Seat re-trimmed wheel please drop me a PM 

Will do Gary - I was going to hang on to it for a bit, whilst I get used to the new one..... Just in case I change my mind ? 

On 19/10/2021 at 20:33, RichardS said:

Will do Gary - I was going to hang on to it for a bit, whilst I get used to the new one..... Just in case I change my mind ? 

Richard I hope you change your mind soon buddy.. I’m sorry but that wheel does not suit that car buddy get your oem put back on ASAP just my opinion for what it’s worth bud 

12 minutes ago, gray said:

Richard I hope you change your mind soon buddy.. I’m sorry but that wheel does not suit that car buddy get your oem put back on ASAP just my opinion for what it’s worth bud 

I know what you mean Graham - I too prefer the look of the original..... But the new one just feels better ? 

34 minutes ago, RichardS said:

I know what you mean Graham - I too prefer the look of the original..... But the new one just feels better ? 

When Simon recovered my original wheel it felt so much better and chunky I think mine lost a lot of its feel over the years he has done a great job on this old wheel feels so much better did you get your old wheel done in leather ?

 

22 hours ago, gray said:

When Simon recovered my original wheel it felt so much better and chunky I think mine lost a lot of its feel over the years he has done a great job on this old wheel feels so much better did you get your old wheel done in leather ?

 

I did - but I didn't think to ask Simon to make it any thicker, just to recover it, keeping it OEM.