Repairing walnut steering wheel

SS454 · #1 03-14-2003, 02:33 PM

Can someone tell me where I can get a walnut streeing wheel repaired. It has a couple of cracks in it. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif[/img]
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NWYENKO · #2 03-14-2003, 04:06 PM

There is a couple here in the NW that have a company which restores steering wheels. I have their card at home if you are interested. I can get the info to you tonight. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]Jim

SS454 · #3 03-14-2003, 04:51 PM

Thanks Jim that would be great. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif[/img] [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif[/img]

NCGuy68 · #4 03-14-2003, 06:59 PM

I'am interested in this as well. I've seen lots of restored wheels that only crack again in a year or less. The walnut and rosewood wheels are very difficult to repair and match the factory look.

As I'am sure you know, the repops aren't even close to the originals.

NWYENKO · #5 03-14-2003, 07:41 PM

They specialize in old wood steering wheels. I will post info as soon as I get home. Jim [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

NWYENKO · #6 03-14-2003, 09:51 PM

The info is as follows: "Backwards Unlimited" serving the hobby since 1975, steering wheel restoration, repaired, recoated, remolded. Jim & Ingrid Ellis, (360)697-1471 email [email protected] I tried to post a picture of their business card but my ineptness at making attachments persists!! [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif[/img] [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif[/img] Jim

SS454 · #7 03-14-2003, 10:51 PM

Thanks Jim. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif[/img] [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif[/img]

NCGuy68 · #8 03-15-2003, 01:23 AM

Jim.

Have you personaly seen their work? Not doubting you, but the original wheels are very difficult to repair and match to the period correct GM wheels.

I've done many standard (black) wheels with good results, but the simulated wood wheels elude me.

NWYENKO · #9 03-15-2003, 03:31 AM

Have not seen their work. Would suggest calling them and asking for references. Just know that they have been around a long while. Good Luck! [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]Jim

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