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Old Jan 16, 2018 | 12:22 PM
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Where can I source an all leather wheel for my XJR?
I never really liked the wood trim on the wheel nor does it really match the wood in the rest of the interior. When I go get my car next month I plan on doing some interior modifications and that is the FIRST thing I want to do.
 
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Old Jan 16, 2018 | 12:25 PM
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What colour is your steering wheel? There are many all leather ones on eBay UK right now, including a lovely brand new old stock wheel going cheap. Prices start from around £30 for used wheels.
 
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Old Jan 16, 2018 | 12:32 PM
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Might be a option in getting a used one and doing this . Some have the wood going half way around and some are all leather like mine . Thinking about doing this process myself later as I have priorities . I'm sure it would take me a couple of tries and the center horn / bag cover would have to be repaired / redied other then replaced .

 

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Old Jan 16, 2018 | 01:28 PM
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My interior is black leather.

eBay UK sounds like a good idea.
 
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Old Jan 16, 2018 | 01:51 PM
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Black is what I assumed on a XJR . The fabric or sewing shop would have the material ( if it has a good enough wear resistance and sketchiness ) and if you more accurately mark and poke the hole pattern the stitch work would look cleaner . Black on black threads may not matter but mine is tan on white and it shows imperfections . My skin is OK , it's the threads that won't clean so I may be able to just rethread it . I think it was a 2 thread per loop pattern . On car sewing without removing the wheel may not be practical in my opinion . Looks to be a padded material and not a thin material . Real leather would be authentically cool with maybe some padding behind it .

Please take pics for everyone else to follow .

https://www.ebay.com/i/130891694318?chn=ps

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Aully-Park-....c100677.m4598See size chart in pics

https://www.ebay.com/p/Black-DIY-Lea....c100005.m1851
 

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Old Jan 16, 2018 | 02:56 PM
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I had my steering wheel recovered in fresh black nappa leather by a professional and it was money well spent. I've got a half wood wheel, but I like that as it matches my dash well.
 
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Old Jan 16, 2018 | 09:18 PM
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I recently did some business with Dave and I think y'all will like to bookmark this site. I linked to the steering wheels for you to save you some time....
http://shop.everydayxj.com/SearchRes...steering+wheel
 
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Old Jan 17, 2018 | 08:16 AM
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I have a black leather steering wheel and air bag for sale just pm me will find out shipping cost if interested
 
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