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UMU
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 28 Dec 2010 : 20:30:48
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Hey as Christmas has now passed im wanting to treat the car and thought a new steering wheel would be a good addition.
When i was at the NEC i had a good look around and was very tempted to get one, but then found out noone had any idea as to what boss i need to fit on my steering column.
As far as im aware, my steering column is standard and fitted to rapier fastbacks from 1968.
my column allows the wheel to extend or retract and has a pretty narrow spine.
Any help would be good, thanks guys
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arrocuda
United Kingdom
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UMU
United Kingdom
343 Posts |
Posted - 28 Dec 2010 : 21:58:01
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Thank you for that one bud.
if its still around tomorrow i might place a bid.
cheers
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Fastback Thomas
Belgium
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Posted - 29 Dec 2010 : 10:53:10
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I don't know but,
can you stil adjust the steering wheel with one of those?
I like a car that looks normal but can really knock you off your socks! |
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arrocuda
United Kingdom
501 Posts |
Posted - 29 Dec 2010 : 12:39:30
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I don't think you can Thomas..... you would need to optimise the length for yourself before fitting it... but couldn't adjust it after without taking it off.
Building the 'Mark II' fastback Rapier ('Arrocuda'). |
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Fastback Thomas
Belgium
423 Posts |
Posted - 29 Dec 2010 : 16:16:04
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That's what I was thinking about...
I like a car that looks normal but can really knock you off your socks! |
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1922
United Kingdom
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Posted - 29 Dec 2010 : 16:55:04
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I've got one of those. It's from a Rapier but I'm not sure what year - I have a few old steering columns laying around I could try it on them to check if fits if you want me too.
I might reuse the wheel but the boss is no use to me - my Rapier has a BMW 5 series steering column.
The boss has 6 holes at 100mm diameter - the standard fitting for Mountney and several others. Let me know if it might be of use to you, |
Edited by - 1922 on 29 Dec 2010 17:42:01 |
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arrocuda
United Kingdom
501 Posts |
Posted - 29 Dec 2010 : 17:21:05
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Originally posted by 1922
I've got one of those. It's from a Rapier but I'm not sure what year - I have a few old steering columns laying around I could try it on if you want me too.
I might reuse the wheel but the boss is no use to me - my Rapier has a BMW 5 series steering column.
The boss has 6 holes at 100mm diameter - the standard fitting for Mountney and several others.
Wouldn't mind seeing photographic evidence of said BMW steering column..... along with a full report as to how you achieved this innovative modification.... along with a snag list regarding stalks etc etc!! 
Building the 'Mark II' fastback Rapier ('Arrocuda'). |
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1922
United Kingdom
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Posted - 29 Dec 2010 : 17:39:16
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The first I can do, see http://www.sunbeamrapier.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=147
I haven't got as far as the stalks yet as I'm undecided whether to use the BMW wheel or something else - and this affects the indicator. I'd like to use a Rapier stalks instead of the nasty plastic BMW ones. |
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arrocuda
United Kingdom
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Posted - 29 Dec 2010 : 20:39:24
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Originally posted by 1922
The first I can do, see http://www.sunbeamrapier.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=147
I haven't got as far as the stalks yet as I'm undecided whether to use the BMW wheel or something else - and this affects the indicator. I'd like to use a Rapier stalks instead of the nasty plastic BMW ones.
You know I followed this thread (at least I thought I did) and somehow missed out on the page where you played around with the different columns and wheels. Last time I remember looking at it you were cutting and rejoining the Avenger UJ, so had assumed you had used the whole Avenger assembly. Will teach me to be more attentive in future! 
Lovely piece of work by the way.... I have a feeling this will be a car I will need to see when you complete the project.
Building the 'Mark II' fastback Rapier ('Arrocuda'). |
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UMU
United Kingdom
343 Posts |
Posted - 30 Dec 2010 : 00:15:22
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guys this topic has got pretty interesting.
1922 - does this mean i can buy a boos off of you????
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janmarine3
South Africa
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Posted - 30 Dec 2010 : 05:45:45
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Hi guys, I know mota-lita makes up bosses for the Rapiers , you can email them info@mota-lita.co.uk.
pricey though - around 267 pounds for the 15" steering wheel and matching boss with centre cap , that is incl shipping to South Africa.I have bigger low profile tyres so the current 14" wheel is heavy to handle at low speeds.
cheers
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arrocuda
United Kingdom
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Posted - 30 Dec 2010 : 09:43:26
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Originally posted by janmarine3
I have bigger low profile tyres so the current 14" wheel is heavy to handle at low speeds.
cheers
Jan.
Although I like the idea of a smaller wheel, this is what I was thinking. I have fitted low profile tyres and they are wider than standard. Could be hard to manouvre at low speed with a smaller wheel without power steering assistance. Anyone on here tried it?
Building the 'Mark II' fastback Rapier ('Arrocuda'). |
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1922
United Kingdom
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Posted - 30 Dec 2010 : 12:21:40
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UMU:
Yes mate. It's no use to me - but I'll make sure it fits first. All I want for it is enough to cover the postage and buy a few beers.
I will clean up one of my steering columns, make sure the boss fits and take some photos for you. Hopefully this evening.
Arrocuda:
I used 195x50x15 on 7x15 rims for several years and a standard size wheel. Absolutely fine when moving, but turning the wheel when stationary will help improve your muscle tone and upper body strength
Probably best not to go for a 10 inch wheel! |
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UMU
United Kingdom
343 Posts |
Posted - 30 Dec 2010 : 16:42:20
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Thank you so much - of course ill make it worth your while.
Can you accept direct bank transfer as i no longer have a cheque book - as i think i lost mine and my bank no longer want to issue any.
cheers
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1922
United Kingdom
549 Posts |
Posted - 30 Dec 2010 : 20:18:46
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Yeh or Paypal. I'd meet you halfway - but I think I'm near Norwich, I think it might be a lot of miles.
Heres some pictures - I will try to get in the garage tomorrow and get some of it on the column (I've got the adjustable from the '68 in there).
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Edited by - 1922 on 30 Dec 2010 20:31:07 |
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