Ian Posted May 22, 2010 Posted May 22, 2010 Hubs/Boss Adaptors Works Bell The most commonly used hub for the Z. It comes with an airbag resistor to stop the airbag light from coming on. There are 2 kinds of hubs made by WB - Standard & short. Standard - This will position the wheel in almost the same reach as the OEM wheel Short - This is for use with a Quick Release & also positions the wheel in near enough the same reach as OEM. Cost £100-£120 NRG Basically a knock off of the Works Bell hub, I have seen cases in the states of them cracking & you really do not want that to happen Cost around £100 They are the only 2 specifically designed kits for the Z that I know of, I know that MOMO make one but I'm not sure if its Z specific or universal. Quick Releases Nice to have, but not essential. If you do buy one this is where the horn becomes a bit more complex. It will come with 2 small spacers which the horn must be earthed to in order for it to work. I only figured this out a few days after fitting my wheel & I found them in the box & after I already made my own earthing points. Lots available, mainly by Works Bell & in a variety of colours expect to pay about £200+ for a good one. Again I need to stress the point that you need a good one - If these fail while your driving it not gonna be pretty. Available as a quick release or flip up release. Steering Wheels Stock wheel is 370MM, Most people seem to feel that the 350MM wheel is the perfect size but you can also get a 330MM. Plenty of choice available depending on whether you want leather or suede finish. Cost from about £80 Tools Needed small allen wrench (supplied with WB hub) T30 tamper-free Torx bit small flathead screwdriver 19mm socket 10mm socket Andy has written a good guide to removing & refitting the wheel so follow that guide for it Things I noticed after installation *Steering wheel no longer locks into place after switching car off *Can no longer move the wheel without the engine running *Can no longer rest arm on window comfortably I find the smaller wheel much more natural than the OEM size wheel & the few people who have driven my car since fitting them have agreed. A few pics of my set up. Works Bell Short Hub Works Bell Team Orange Quick Release Works Bell Team Orange Steering Wheel I think that about covers it If anyone wants any specific pictures of any part of my setup then let me know & I'll take some Quote
rawbhp Posted August 30, 2010 Posted August 30, 2010 Ian I'm looking for a fixed hub adapter for a Momo or Sparco wheel. I've found this: http://www.jdmperformance.co.uk/item_de ... odID=52893 and this: http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/Motorspor ... 1343/35643 You mention the Works one comes with a resistor which is handy, but it's almost twice the price! If I go for the Momo from Demontweeks is aquiring and fitting a resistor straight forward? Cheers Quote
Ian Posted August 30, 2010 Author Posted August 30, 2010 Should be straight forward, You might even be able to get the resistors seperatley. One thing about that momo one though Boss kits listed for non-airbag cars may fit airbag equipped car makes/models but do not include resistor required to cancel any dash warning/activation light systems. For any queries on fitment, please call. Leads me to think it might include the resistor Quote
rawbhp Posted August 30, 2010 Posted August 30, 2010 Hmm possibly-good point. I'll call them tomorrow... Quote
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