Minnesota Classic Glastron Forum

General Category => Classified / Wanted to Buy => Topic started by: catchnedge on February 26, 2011, 09:20:06 AM

Title: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: catchnedge on February 26, 2011, 09:20:06 AM: I had a batch of Glastron steering wheel inserts laser cut by Rivercity Industries, S.A., using an original insert off my old 73 GT-150 as a guide. They match up to my 72 V-166 steering wheel perfectly. The inserts are approx 5 & 9/16" long ...by... 1 & 3/8" wide at the widest point. Original was aluminium, extremely thin & easy to bend (0.018") with a slight brushed look. These reproductions are a little thicker (0.023"), 304 Stainless Steel, #3 finish time saved for a similar look. Good because they are resistant to rusting, but they are a little heavier... bottom line, it's the stock they had available and I didn't want to drive costs up by special ordering.

Two sided tape was used on original to hold in place. Recommend using a good glue or industrial strength two-sided tape for these.

Pictures, 1) original 73 insert back (you can see where tape was); 2) picture of new inserts; 3) type steering wheel they're designed for.

If you need them, recommend getting at least 3 for consistency. Keep in mind, my intent here is to help individuals restore their cool Glastrons, not bulk requests for other business type ventures... that's why I'm not asking an arm and a leg for them. No bulk requests.

How to Order: Send me a PM with your needs.

Cost: $10 for each insert + $5 for shipping to most locations.

Post your feedback/pics: I look forward to reading about how they work, look, your recommendations for the group on what worked best in applying to wheel, etc., and/or how I can improve future ones

Mark
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: MarkS on February 26, 2011, 05:28:52 PM: They look great bud, message on the way!
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: MarkS on March 03, 2011, 05:56:45 PM: They came today Mark, and look great! Thank You. ;)
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: MarkS on March 13, 2011, 04:42:37 PM: Not as pristine as your interior, but much improved over what it was! ;)
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: catchnedge on March 13, 2011, 06:39:08 PM: They look great Mark, glad they're working out! What did you use to attach?
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: MarkS on March 13, 2011, 07:17:30 PM: They fit perfectly, no trimming was required. I found an old tube of 5200 I had in the garage, all the product up by the opening had hardened. So I took a razor knife and split the tube open down toward the bottom, lightly "buttered" the backsides of the inserts with it, worked like a champ!
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Post by: Hyperacme on March 13, 2011, 07:19:14 PM: Looks GREAT MarkS & Mark !
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Post by: Devin on September 25, 2011, 08:53:11 AM: These inserts were really the finishing touch on my GT150 restoration. Thanks Mark!
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: catchnedge on September 27, 2011, 08:02:59 PM: Devin, nice, thanks for posting a picture of the wheel/dash... where did you get the "wood grain" vinyl? Glad they worked out for ya!
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: Hyperacme on September 27, 2011, 08:50:06 PM: Good to see ya posting Mark, missed ya at Red Wing ...
Heard others getting it on eBay.
Sorry no link ...
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: MarkS on September 28, 2011, 04:31:25 AM: Quote
where did you get the "wood grain" vinyl?
Here's one of the links I have stored for the burl wood vinyl Mark;
http://www.metrorestyling.com/Flexible-Burl-Wood-Grain-Vinyl-Wrap-Film-p/burlwood.htm
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: devensoliah on August 19, 2012, 06:48:47 PM: have any left?
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Post by: Hyperacme on August 19, 2012, 08:08:12 PM: Welcome devensoliah !

He was at Red Wing and might not be home yet ...
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Post by: carlsoncvx18 on August 19, 2012, 08:37:38 PM: I think Mark plans on taking a week to get home.
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: catchnedge on September 10, 2012, 09:32:41 PM: Quote from: devensoliah on August 19, 2012, 06:48:47 PM
have any left?
Hey guys, did make it home, no problems with the trip. Been real busy since I got back... you bet, I have some more. Send me a PM with your requirements.

Mark
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: Gentleman017 on December 09, 2012, 04:13:31 AM: Hi Mark,

I'm 'a new kid in town'; my name is Stefan and live in the Netherlands. I own a 1972 Glastron V-164 with a VOLVO PENTA AQ130C and 270 heckdrive.
And although my boat was a really barnfind and has been sitting there for more than 30 years, the boat needs some TLC and a few missing parts.

For example; I have the original steering wheel but the inserts (3x) are missing. Due to the two sided tape; after 40 years...

I read on the forum that you have a batch of stainless steel inserts; do you have any left?

Stefan
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: catchnedge on December 09, 2012, 09:00:50 AM: Hi Stefan, welcome to the site and congratulations on finding a great Glastron... the V-164 has a tremendous ride to it. Do you have the Blue or Gold one?

yes, I do have inserts... check your PMs, sent you some more info.

Thanks, Mark
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: jdu738 on August 30, 2015, 08:16:57 PM: I recently purchased a 1972 V-164 and would like to purchase 3 inserts. I am new to these forums and not sure how to contact you. Please reply - thank you.
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: Hyperacme on August 31, 2015, 07:44:59 AM: Welcome to the forum jdu738 !
I sent catchnedge a heads up on your post.
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: catchnedge on September 01, 2015, 06:07:15 AM: send me an email to rev1717@hotmail.com

Thanks, Mark
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Post by: welshy on October 16, 2015, 06:37:30 AM: Hi ''are these steerwheel inserts still available ? thx jon
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: Hyperacme on October 22, 2015, 02:18:08 PM: If you haven't already ... You should PM him.
He hasn't been on site for about two weeks.
Title: Re: Steering Wheel Inserts
Post by: hrabia-lolo on October 23, 2015, 05:37:06 AM: Jon, I will have steering wheel inserts for you:-) I need a few of days to be ready.