VDM/Empi Coach steering wheel Need help on how to restore.

[Rich Naylor]

I have a VDM steering wheel does anyone have ideas on how to restore the woodgrain look to the plastic on the outer edge. The rest of the wheel is in really good condition. I would like to restore it to put in my cal look 1956 oval. Any info or places to contact would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Rich.

[RareAir]

Those VDM wheels are prone to cracking in one certain spot, at the 12 o'clock position. Most people just use an epoxy to fix the cracks then paint the outer rim of the steering wheel Black or any other color they see fit. If you want to retain the wood grain simulated look of the plastic, you may need to look for an airbrush artist to paint it on, which can be very expensive.
White's Wheel Restoration are experts in wood wheel refinishing. I've seen their work on a VDM Banjo wheel for a 356 and it looked amazing. Unfortunetly, the price tag was $1500. I'd stick with painting the wheel Ivory or Black.
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