Aftermarket Steering Wheel blues

[Spaceman]

Looks like this listing matches: https://www.ebay.com/itm/3058069328...xmLQwpqlJjaIDb3IG8FkSduaPU|tkp:Bk9SR5rZhqvgZA

 

[Sheriff41]

I like the wheel! But can't find one on line what year?

Ford used them in the late 70s and into the mid 80s. They were in Mustangs, Capris, Fairmonts, Zephyrs, Bronco IIs, F100/150, Thunderbird, and Cougars. Some used the turn signal stalk for the horn and those wheels don't have the contacts on the back. They were made in rubber-like material on the grip (most of them), but every once in a while a leather one comes up for sale.

 

[Sheriff41]

Looks like this listing matches: https://www.ebay.com/itm/305806932854?fits=Year:1980|Model:Mustang&_skw=1980+mustang+steering+wheel&itmmeta=01JC1B1NJ7RCX13CAPXG3F93ZR&hash=item4733837b76:gH0AAOSw4phm9bqa&itmprp=enc:AQAJAAAA4HoV3kP08IDx+KZ9MfhVJKnfTspSpKfhnPDQ22+Bimvxxk9tXb+XTiSOqPTXgW/rUx3SWskimspH0psYEf1Oia+rrE8ROqSK2AFw6hMZKqZxhEyLylYGzbWvDoBvjtlIFvYEY/SXFf/lHIy8VV+GbyoJsrdSvErMfDUddr3eubTCaUXxe/eIeqZm7U0IT/S1dnW80J63Rems2FbzRc1+4ULjdn+fEbx/H6aTltmI8vb9fRbQNrRPMmy1J8UqfcheiRRVznmlsu2T57lJc2xmLQwpqlJjaIDb3IG8FkSduaPU|tkp:Bk9SR5rZhqvgZA

That's one without the horn contacts.

 

[71coop]

I like the wheel! But can't find one on line what year?

That wheel was used on some mustang II models (74-78). I had a black 1978 4-speed fastback with that style wheel and slotted rims. Wish I had it back.

 

[TheDude]

This is a mustang version:

That's what I'm using as well. I think mine was from a '79 Mustang. I like it as much as any aftermarket wheel I've seen around.
I think I shot this with the wide angle lens so it's a bit distorted.

 

[Spaceman]

That's what I'm using as well. I think mine was from a '79 Mustang. I like it as much as any aftermarket wheel I've seen around.
I think I shot this with the wide angle lens so it's a bit distorted.

Looks great, I think this is the direction I'm going to go with mine. Thanks for the pic!

 

[Mustang_Charlie]

All good info, of course. Thank you all for your thoughts and suggestions.

I have the original steering whell from my 73 convert - looks like fake padded one. Decent shape- maybe $30?
I am local to Rochester, NY

 

[RIBS]

My $160 Grant wheel is Big, like stock, works fine. In 3 years I had one incident where the horn wanted to beep on its own. A small gentle wiggle fixed it and it has not returned. The biggest negative is the spokes have pretty sharp edges compared to expectations….

 

[alwaysreadyrob]

Maybe its just me, but I hate that all these aftermarket steering wheels are tiny. My recent purchase came with one. It feels like you're driving around a toy. The little steering wheels block your view of the dash, too. The car manufacturer designed things so you can see the gauges. When you run a small steering wheel, you obstruct your view of the cluster. I had to get on ebay and get something sized for an adult.

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Yes, it would be nice if they made a good 14” or15” steering wheel, I’m even thinking of putting a Torino hood scoop with blinkers on my 72

 

[alwaysreadyrob]

My $160 Grant wheel is Big, like stock, works fine. In 3 years I had one incident where the horn wanted to beep on its own. A small gentle wiggle fixed it and it has not returned. The biggest negative is the spokes have pretty sharp edges compared to expectations….

What size is it ? 14” or bigger ?

 

[RIBS]

It’s whatev

What size is it ? 14” or b

It’s whatever stock size is so I can see gauges…

 

[MAD IRISHMAN]

Mine came with a Grant wheel and I wasn't likely to find an original wheel. I like the wheel but had issues with the horn rings. The "Amazon" Grant steering wheel kits were rubbish and after 2 kits I used some of the new bits and the original ring. Once sorted and working out what should be earthed and what shouldn't it all works fine and I haven't had any issues since. The photos show the Grant wheel, not a small one and the new rings with lumps of solder on the contact areas.
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Perhaps you could describe what you did to solve your issues for those of us in a similar pickle. Thanks!