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Jeff, if you mean the steel ring, you'll likely have to find one from a donor wheel ... but then you might as well just re-finish the complete wheel.

I'm sure there is some source out there in the manufacturing world but none that I've come across yet.

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So that outer steel ring is basically a 'hoop' with no seam or joint? Guess I will have to start watching for another 'junk' wheel to use for parts. Should probably get my steering wheel parts collection down and make sure I'm not missing other items as well. Nice series of photos Doug.

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LOL about 2 seconds after I took the last picture "Alley" thought the center of the ring would make a great place to take a nap. Cats ! ya gotta love em !

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I'm on vacation today and one of my three cats is lounging on the couch, probably more comfortable than I am at the moment.
Thanks for the pic of that ring, I will either find suitable material to make one or find a replacement.

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With another steering wheel thread running, I thought I'd revive this old thread which I had saved in my favorites, since there's a nice series of photos illustrating Doug's process.
Hey Doug since this was originally alive my family has picked up another cat...up to four now.

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Jeff, you are a glutton for punishment !!!

The most we've ever had at one time is 2 and that can be challenging enough. We recently moved 38 blocks West of our old home and one of our cats has since gone back there 6 times. It usually takes her 3 days and she has to cross 2 major roads so I'm hoping she learned how to look both ways before crossing.

As a matter of fact I just got a call from our old neighbor so I'm just heading out the door to pick her up and bring her home ... again. Here Smurf !

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Now the rings are masked off and the Brown wood color is airbrushed onto the rim. Once set, I recreate all the wood grain by hand.

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Thanks b5rr!

Here is a list of questions I need the answers to and along with a few pictures of your wheel I can give you a price.

Please copy and paste the questions onto an e-mail, answer them, attach a few photos of your wheel and send it all to: stwheels@shaw.ca
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Hi b5rr, Thanks for your questions and interest in my services.

I know you already answered some of what I'll ask you but these are the standard questions I put to all potential customers. Once you respond with the answers and a few pictures of the wheel I can tell you exactly what the costs will be.


1-Please describe any cracks, damage or other problems that will need to be repaired.



2-Please describe the condition of the spokes. Only light rust can be cleaned up but any pitting or peeling will still be visible.
(I now offer re-plating of the spokes in the original Satin sheen, please ask for pricing and turnaround times)



3-What year, make and model vehicle does the wheel belong to?



4-Where do you live (shipping address)?



5-Please attach a few clear, in focus pictures of the wheel showing any cracks damage or other problems (front and rear)



I look forward to hearing back from you with the rest of the information I have requested and I hope I'll be able to help you with your restoration project.

Regards, Doug Lepak
The Steering Wheel Guy
8449-14 Ave
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada
T6K-1X3
780-450-1397
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Beautiful work Doug. I may contact you about mine. It's a repop from PG Classics. Looks good but not correct. Wood color is wrong and spokes are shinny like polished stainless steel.

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