[Alpinweis]

I see that most covers are designed to slip or stretch over the rim of the steering wheel. But for my 2009 Mz3 I am looking for a steering wheel leather cover with prepunched holes designed to be sewn onto the wheel for a snug fit. Are there any recommended good brands? Where can I find some?

 

[tonyzoomzoom]

There are some real nice ones from Autoexe. But they are def on the expensive side

http://www.streetunit.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=autoexe+steering

 

[Alpinweis]

Oh, wheelskin - that's what I need. Will see if there is anything suitable on wheelskins.com

 

[scooterjockey]

Look into bicycle handlebar tape...cheap/many colors/insulate vibration/absorb sweat(just don't know if it comes in leather anymore). don in dallas

 

[Alpinweis]

Here is what my wheelskin covered wheel looks like now

 

[mazda3owner13]

+1 for wheelskins. Great quality. I've had mine since the beginning of the car.

 

[Mummyman]

How hard was the install of your wheelskins, Alpinweis or Mazda3Owner13?

 

[mazda3owner13]

It's really an easy install. The cover is pre-punched and a needle and string are included. The instructions are easy to follow and straight forward aswell...

I have no needlework experence, If I could install something like this and comes out good, I'm sure anyone can do it.

 

[monkikimazda3]

The Wheelskins covers are easy to install. I've done about 4 of them on my past cars. Great quality and look OEM if you take the time to do it right. There's a few different methods to 'sewing' them up depending how you want it to look.

 

[Alec trevelyan]

I dunno, it's not a clean look unless it actually covers everything to the point that it looks stock--which the wheelskins cover certainly doesn't. The AutoEXE ones on the other hand look great from a fit standpoint, but the red one (which is the only color I'd be interested in) is just WAY too bright. What I really want is just a Speed3 wheel, but those things are $$$$$!!

 

[monkikimazda3]

^ Agreed. The fit is why I haven't gotten a Wheelskins yet. I'd like an Autoexe but not finished mustering up the courage to pay that much for a wheel cover. Then again, I really wanna get the WeatherTech floor mats so I can't really gripe about the Autoexe price.

...didn't realize the Autoexe ones went up in price. They used to be $126. Btw, anyone know a good way to clean the steering wheel grip and get in the grooves of the texture?

 

[Alpinweis]

[quote author=Mummyman link=topic=135649.msg3010777#msg3010777 date=1237780655]
How hard was the install of your wheelskins, Alpinweis or Mazda3Owner13?
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took me about 2 hours to do it. It is my first wheelskin. After the first 20 minutes of sewing you get used to doing it right. When I did the full round I had to undo the starting part - about 2 inches - and redo it with the remaining thread.

It really looks and feels great. Mine is a EuroPerf wheelskin. Got it from DC CarCare, way cheaper than directly from the original manufacturer.

 

[Alec trevelyan]

Grumble, if only Mazda would sell the Mazdaspeed wrap (I believe iit's a wrap anyway) instead of complete steering wheel units.....

 

[wildfrisco]

[quote author=Alpinweis link=topic=135649.msg3008849#msg3008849 date=1237669568]
Here is what my wheelskin covered wheel looks like now


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Is the piano black surrounding area around your steering wheel controls stock? Mine's greyish and worn/scratched off. Where can I get that?

I'm thinking of this Wheelskin item too, since the left side of my steering wheel is worn.

 

[drunkpark]

How is the thickness of the wheel??

One thing I don't like about ms3 steering is that it's so thin.