Re: steering wheel

[Derrick Brown <63max426@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Dave,

Thanks for that overview.
It does seem pretty straightforward.  Patience is a clear key here.  LOL.
Ive got three wheels including mine on the car so ive got plenty of practice surface!

thanks again,

cheers,

On Jul 16, 2010, at 10:07 AM, David Bailey wrote:

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> Gents,
> I believe a steering wheel restoration that most any professional restorer would do or advise would be nearly the same procedure some of you already mentioned. That is to grind a ‘V’ notch in the major splits / cracks that have opened up enough that you can see the steel rod core and do the same to any lesser cracks only not as deep. Then roughen up the surface to both sides of the notch for good adhesion. Following the manufactures’ instructions for cleaning, preparation etc., mix a suitable portion of a two-part epoxy and begin to fill the groves. I would say a helpful hint would be to wear snug fitting rubber gloves and fill only 1/8” to ¼” at a time (or following the manufactures’ instructions) making sure to force or pack the epoxy tightly into the groove. Let this cure, roughen up the surface again then add another layer and so on, until the groove is nearly filled. For the final layer, I’d fill the smooth side first then put a piece of tape (masking/duct tape) over that side then finish the ribbed finger grip side. After curing, finish sand with varying degrees of paper from coarse to fine. I’d finish with an epoxy primer and paint with a clear coat. This repair should last…longer then most of us.
> Good luck!
> Dave Bailey      
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>> To: 1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxx
>> From: satellite1965@xxxxxxxxxxx
>> Subject: Re: steering wheel
>> Date: Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:37:01 -0500
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>> 
>> Derrick,
>> Seems as the route I would go..spray can products, adhesive promoter, color 
>> and clear top coat..never done it, but that would be my mapped out 
>> strategy..
>> Ollie
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Derrick Brown" <63max426@xxxxxxxxx>
>> To: <1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxx>
>> Cc: "D Brown" <63max426@xxxxxxxxx>
>> Sent: Friday, July 16, 2010 6:46 AM
>> Subject: Re: steering wheel
>> 
>> 
>> Hi,
>> 
>> has anybody attempted this using a dremel to route out the cracks and fill 
>> them with JB Weld? and cleaning first thoroughly with denatured alcohol and 
>> compressed air?
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>> On Jul 16, 2010, at 7:35 AM, William Cole wrote:
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>>> It seems like I wrote a short right-up about restoring a steering wheel
>>> and had Gary H. post it on here. I could be wrong though. Memory isn't
>>> what it used to be.
>>> Can you help us out here Gary?
>> 
>> Derrick Brown
>> '63 Sport Fury, 4 speed
>> derrickb@xxxxxxx
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Derrick Brown
'63 Sport Fury, 4 speed
derrickb@xxxxxxx