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PostPosted: Fri Aug 14, 2020 5:43 pm    Post subject: Steering Wheel Restoration Reply with quote

Any recommendations on putty to restore steering wheel cracks?

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PostPosted: Fri Aug 14, 2020 8:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi Kevin,
You really should take some time to learn how to use the "search" button across the top bar (next to the "Forum FAQ" button). There's usually years of more than a few posts covering most every subject you can think to ask about. Odds are high that somebody already asked it before you.

There's no better first step than this to tap the knowledge and experience gold nuggets buried in this forum. Keep looking, as you'll find, some nuggets are better than others. Choose you search words carefully, and with practice it's gets easier and faster.

For example, here's two about repairing steering wheel cracks that took me about 15 seconds to find when searching "steering wheel" and "steering crack". Try it yourself.

http://willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=12595&highlight=steering+wheel

http://willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=4746&highlight=steering+crack

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PostPosted: Fri Aug 14, 2020 9:05 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Btw, I notice you usually duplicate the same questions over on the G503 forum. Their search button is also pretty good, but you have to be logged in to use it.
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PostPosted: Sun Aug 16, 2020 11:55 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks for the advice!

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PostPosted: Wed Aug 19, 2020 5:56 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I used PC7 epoxy and mixed it with OD paint. After smoothing and wet sanding the match was close enough that the repairs are not overly apparent and the steering wheel is still its original finish rather than painted.

Now fast forward - PC7 used to be commonly available around here. And it looks like PC7 has different formulas now. Be sure to get a paste rather than a liquid of whatever epoxy you choose. I have a wheel in the parts bin that I'll eventually fix and will investigate 3m panel bond.
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