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Old 02-03-08, 12:38 PM
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Just received my wheel today. I cant beleive how fast it was shipped from japan, only 3 days. Thanks to zeroism. Well any way before i take thye old one off i just wanted to know if anyone is familiar with installing these? it looks kinda complicated getting the e shift buttons on and wired pics would be appreciated. Or do you think i should just let the dealer install it? thanks in advanced to anyone that can help me out. and i cant beleive how nice this wheel is great craftsmanship
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Old 02-03-08, 02:48 PM
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bump for some help
Old 02-03-08, 02:50 PM
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wheel look good man!Q! bump
Old 02-03-08, 07:15 PM
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its not hard to install...its couple of screws and such for the buttons and plugs and so forth, i think its pretty straight forward.....but if your not good with mechanical stuff, I would have a dealer do it.
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Can you give more details about your new steering? (cost & contact)
My car have a very crappy steering wheel and need to be replaced.

thanks
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Originally Posted by Hectorm
Can you give more details about your new steering? (cost & contact)
My car have a very crappy steering wheel and need to be replaced.

thanks
i purchased the wheel from zeroism he is a member here. i paid around 530.00 with shipping from japan. just pm him
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I did the wood wheel installation myself. Here 's the pic I took after removing the air bag. Zoom in closely so you can see all the wiring connections.
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WHERE DID YOU GET THAT !!!! PLEASE LET ME KNOW..... I have been looking for a 2001+ Steering Wheel for my GS400, that is black, wood trim, and lets me keep my buttons..... I would love one, also if you don't mind, how much did you pay for it? Thank you so much.. -Joe


Originally Posted by phillygs3
Just received my wheel today. I cant beleive how fast it was shipped from japan, only 3 days. Thanks to zeroism. Well any way before i take thye old one off i just wanted to know if anyone is familiar with installing these? it looks kinda complicated getting the e shift buttons on and wired pics would be appreciated. Or do you think i should just let the dealer install it? thanks in advanced to anyone that can help me out. and i cant beleive how nice this wheel is great craftsmanship
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Wow, I should read before posting.... You already answered my question, haha thanks though... Do you have a final pic installed? Please let me know if you do -Joe

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WHERE DID YOU GET THAT !!!! PLEASE LET ME KNOW..... I have been looking for a 2001+ Steering Wheel for my GS400, that is black, wood trim, and lets me keep my buttons..... I would love one, also if you don't mind, how much did you pay for it? Thank you so much.. -Joe
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Originally Posted by jamodeo
Wow, I should read before posting.... You already answered my question, haha thanks though... Do you have a final pic installed? Please let me know if you do -Joe
here you go.
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BUMP..it looks great in person.
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Man that looks really nice . Thanks to you, now my to-do mod list is getting bigger
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phillygs3,
how is that wheel working out so far? and i seem to remember you saying that you were taking the wheel over to your local lexus dealership.....did they install it for you or did you DIY
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the only advice I can give you is not to pull on the steering wheel at full force...

b/c when it does come loose, you'll bang the crap out of your face...boy did I learn that the hard way.
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BEAUITFUL!!!!! I love it.... -Joe

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