BMW Performance Steering Wheel (non electronic)

A///MG_Power · 07-16-2010, 05:39 PM

Hi guys,

I just picked up a BMW Performance steering wheel and I was wondering if there is anything I should know about regular maintenance of alcantara to prolong the longevity of the material?

Thanks! Very excited!

I'll post pics as soon as it's installed!

Jed · 07-16-2010, 06:22 PM

http://alcantara.com/en_US/experienc...rdinaria.shtml

lito · 07-16-2010, 06:58 PM

get a pair of these driving gloves to prolong the life of your Alcantara steering wheel. The oil in your hands wears out Alcantara.

FrankiE90 · 07-16-2010, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by lito

get a pair of these driving gloves to prolong the life of your Alcantara steering wheel. The oil in your hands wears out Alcantara.

that's hardcore.
didn't even know they made those.

Wlew · 07-16-2010, 07:41 PM

they add 5whp though

woodpecka · 07-16-2010, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Wlew

they add 5whp though

haha

A///MG_Power · 07-19-2010, 01:57 AM

lol good suggestion. kidding aside, those gloves look serious. where can i get a pair?

and thanks for the website suggestions. when they refer to brushing the alcantara, can i use a soft bristle toothbrush?

idrveslow · 07-19-2010, 11:36 PM

yea just get gloves. that's the easiest way to preserve the steering wheel.

A///MG_Power · 07-20-2010, 12:55 AM

Where can I get those gloves?

teleopti · 07-31-2010, 12:21 PM

pics? thinking about getting this one instead of the electronic version

JFK · 07-31-2010, 12:52 PM

is it about the same thickness as the msport one?

A///MG_Power · 07-31-2010, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by JFK

is it about the same thickness as the msport one?

performance wheel is slightly thicker.

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Originally Posted by teleopti

pics? thinking about getting this one instead of the electronic version

there is a new version of the electronic version coming out that is flat bottomed and looks a bit different.

pics of my wheel:

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A///MG_Power Captain 173 Rep 688 Posts Drives: Carefully. Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (7)	lol good suggestion. kidding aside, those gloves look serious. where can i get a pair? and thanks for the website suggestions. when they refer to brushing the alcantara, can i use a soft bristle toothbrush? __________________ 06 E90 330i 6MT Sport Prem Cold
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