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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 11:56 AM
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Leather Steering Wheel cover

Hi,

The leather on the steering wheel of my 96 SE is worn. I want to find some good aftermarket leather steering wheel grip/cover to replace it.

I'll search around a bit and found that WheelSkins looks really good(around $30). Any other recommendations?

Thanks!
Old Feb 24, 2003 | 12:42 PM
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Hi Randy!

My name is Randy, and I will be vote #2 for the WheelSkins cover.

Old Feb 24, 2003 | 02:01 PM
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What's up Randy?

Do you have in installed? How long did the stitching take? What size should I get for my 96 SE? AX or AXX?
Old Feb 24, 2003 | 02:17 PM
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I found a good site for this , they have diffrent colors and its actualy made for maximas. I havn't orderd one yet but check it out!http://www.mossyperformance.com/wheelskins.htm
Old Feb 24, 2003 | 02:31 PM
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This is exactly what I was looking at.

It says for a 96 maxima I should get the AX. However, when I measured it myself the thickest point of grip circumference is at 3 5/8". According to Wheelskin's chart it should be size AXX.

http://www.wheelskins.com/appch.htm

The chart does say:

Many of these models come equipped with Factory-installed leather covered steering wheels. The Wheelskins size might vary depending upon whether or not the old leather covering is removed. If the Wheelskin is to be installed over the original factory cover, you might need a larger or special order size. Please measure.
I wonder if their recommendation to use the AX is based on the GXE, which doesn't come with a leather steering wheel. I don't plan on removing my worn leather, just install on top of it.

I hate to buy the thing, open it all up, and then find out it doesn't fit.

Anyone has this installed?
Old Feb 24, 2003 | 02:33 PM
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im not sure but I think it goes over the old leather , you should email the guy before you buy it.
Old Feb 24, 2003 | 02:37 PM
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I have a leather stiched cover that I got at Pepboys for like 15 bucks..not wheelskins....but it is real leather....
Old Feb 25, 2003 | 08:40 AM
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Originally posted by time2reup
I have a leather stiched cover that I got at Pepboys for like 15 bucks..not wheelskins....but it is real leather....
I looked at those too, but they don't have the color I wanted (oak).
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