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Offline T/ASteveg31

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Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« on: April 18, 2013 - 07:48:23 PM »
Hi to all members. If you are looking for your Rimblow Steering Wheel to be Restored to factory condition, I would not hesitate to recommend David Tays at WOODGRAINWHEELS.COM. I don't want to bore you. Just some History on my research. I've had my steering Wheel for 20 + yrs and finally started looking for someone  to restore it for the last past 4 yrs. Thanks to your feedback from everyone on this site. I have checked a number of company's who does this type of restorations. WOODGRAINWHEELS.COM was the company I decided to restore my wheel. I called David he explained in detail on how he was going to restore my Wheel. I only wanted the wood grain and switch done, he also polished spokes and Black finger grip Quality over and above. When I would call David he always had time to talk, he told me how long it would take he was up front with everything. If I was to score David it would be A++++. I just received my wheel today and when I open the box removed it from the packing paper, plastic box and bubble wrap I was like a kid on Christmas morning. Here are some photos of my Rimblow Steering Wheel. If you want more photos,  Please Contact me I have more.
Thank You Again David Outstand Workmanship.
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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #1 on: April 18, 2013 - 07:51:51 PM »
That looks beautiful.    Very nice work!  :2thumbs:
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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #2 on: April 18, 2013 - 07:59:51 PM »
Thanks, David and his company does amazing Work!

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #3 on: April 19, 2013 - 07:28:55 AM »
What about the cost?
Corey - in Northern Indiana

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #4 on: April 19, 2013 - 03:25:32 PM »
Hi Corey,
  It would depend on the condition of your Rimblow Steering wheel and how far you wanted it Restored.
David from WOODGRAINWHEELS.COM did exactly what I wanted He Completey restored the wood grain, polished spokes and black finger grips and removed the old stain band, old switch/pigtail and replaced it with New satin band (This is he divider between wood grain and Black fingre grip), switch/pigtail Total with shipping and insurance was $475.00 after our 10% Discount for being a member to Cuda-Challenger. I went to other Companys for the same Restoration that I wanted the quotes were $600.00 to $800.00 It took me 4 yrs of reseach. I found David's Company and I wish I had restored it sooner. It is Amazing on David's Workmanship. I even took a Video of me using the Rimblow. If you want more photo's just ask me.
Take Care
Steve
 

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #5 on: April 19, 2013 - 03:54:44 PM »
David at woodgrainwheels.com did my wheel also and I could not be happier.  Great work.


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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #6 on: April 19, 2013 - 03:57:58 PM »
Hi Corey,
  It would depend on the condition of your Rimblow Steering wheel and how far you wanted it Restored.
David from WOODGRAINWHEELS.COM did exactly what I wanted He Completey restored the wood grain, polished spokes and black finger grips and removed the old stain band, old switch/pigtail and replaced it with New satin band (This is he divider between wood grain and Black fingre grip), switch/pigtail Total with shipping and insurance was $475.00 after our 10% Discount for being a member to Cuda-Challenger. I went to other Companys for the same Restoration that I wanted the quotes were $600.00 to $800.00 It took me 4 yrs of reseach. I found David's Company and I wish I had restored it sooner. It is Amazing on David's Workmanship. I even took a Video of me using the Rimblow. If you want more photo's just ask me.
Take Care
Steve
That doesn't seem to bad of a price.  My wheel mainly needs the switch replaced and the outside band (divider between wood and finger grip).  I wonder if he'd consider doing just?
Corey - in Northern Indiana

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #7 on: April 19, 2013 - 04:49:03 PM »
That doesn't seem to bad of a price.  My wheel mainly needs the switch replaced and the outside band (divider between wood and finger grip).  I wonder if he'd consider doing just?

Check out his web site.  He breaks down his charges fairly well.


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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #8 on: April 19, 2013 - 05:17:53 PM »
Good looking wheel.
I redid my own wheel. Wasnt too hard. Probably took 3-4 hours, with most of that time spent digging out the old switch and cleaning up the channel. Bought the new rubber "switch" and silver "dividing tape" and did it myself.
Mine doesnt look as nice as yours, but it works.  :cheers:
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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #9 on: April 19, 2013 - 05:19:19 PM »
Good looking wheel.
I redid my own wheel. Wasnt too hard. Probably took 3-4 hours, with most of that time spent digging out the old switch and cleaning up the channel. Bought the new rubber "switch" and silver "dividing line" and did it myself.
Mine doesnt look as nice as yours, but it works.  :cheers:
Do you recall where you bought the kit from?
Corey - in Northern Indiana

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #10 on: April 19, 2013 - 05:22:49 PM »
lets just say I bought them along with some simple instructions from the "other guy" who advertises on this site.  :bigsmile:
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71 Cuda 440-6 Tribute-Limelight-A833 Close Ratio-4 Sp-Pistol Grip-Dana 3.54 Powr Lok-Rally Dash-Shaker (Sold)
92 Dodge Stealth RT-Twin 15g Turbos-SAFC2 Tuned-Mystic Blue-5 Sp-AWD-Rear Wheel Steering-AutoX'r (Sold)
12 Dodge Charger SXT Plus Blacktop Package-3.6L-8 Sp-Leather-Nav (the wife's)

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #11 on: April 19, 2013 - 05:28:18 PM »
PS
the tough part of the wheel in my opinion is the black part. Mine still has two split cracks in the rear (you cant normally see them) and I wouldnt know how to fill in and repair them. I think cracking on the back side is a common problem with these rims. The wood front not so much, except for typical scratches, etc, for which repair and refinishing is pretty straightforward.
72 Roadrunner 400-4 Auto-3.23 Gear-Black Cruiser
71 Cuda 440-6 Tribute-Limelight-A833 Close Ratio-4 Sp-Pistol Grip-Dana 3.54 Powr Lok-Rally Dash-Shaker (Sold)
92 Dodge Stealth RT-Twin 15g Turbos-SAFC2 Tuned-Mystic Blue-5 Sp-AWD-Rear Wheel Steering-AutoX'r (Sold)
12 Dodge Charger SXT Plus Blacktop Package-3.6L-8 Sp-Leather-Nav (the wife's)

Multiple SRT's, Rams, Dakotas, Caravans and Neons

...the lines on the road just look like dots!....

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #12 on: April 20, 2013 - 08:43:18 AM »
Here are some Photo's of my Rimblow Steering Wheel before it was restored by David at WOODGRAINWHEELS.COM

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #13 on: April 20, 2013 - 12:41:20 PM »
Thanks guys for the plugs  :thumbsup: I appreciate the business.

Corey, I can replace the stripe and switch on your wheel and turn it around in just a couple days. Full restorations are about 4 months at this time. We can do anything from partial to full restorations to OEM specifications. This is the busiest time of the year for any type of restorations due to everybody getting their car ready for summer cruising.

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Re: Rimblow Steering Wheel restoration Update.
« Reply #14 on: April 20, 2013 - 02:41:39 PM »
Thanks guys for the plugs  :thumbsup: I appreciate the business.

Corey, I can replace the stripe and switch on your wheel and turn it around in just a couple days. Full restorations are about 4 months at this time. We can do anything from partial to full restorations to OEM specifications. This is the busiest time of the year for any type of restorations due to everybody getting their car ready for summer cruising.

Dave

I didnt realize plumbeeper and woodgrain steering wheels were one and the same.  :bigsmile:
72 Roadrunner 400-4 Auto-3.23 Gear-Black Cruiser
71 Cuda 440-6 Tribute-Limelight-A833 Close Ratio-4 Sp-Pistol Grip-Dana 3.54 Powr Lok-Rally Dash-Shaker (Sold)
92 Dodge Stealth RT-Twin 15g Turbos-SAFC2 Tuned-Mystic Blue-5 Sp-AWD-Rear Wheel Steering-AutoX'r (Sold)
12 Dodge Charger SXT Plus Blacktop Package-3.6L-8 Sp-Leather-Nav (the wife's)

Multiple SRT's, Rams, Dakotas, Caravans and Neons

...the lines on the road just look like dots!....