9 replies to this topic

[Alan & Evi]

Hi again folks,
I am keen to replace the hideously ugly original wheel that came with my S3 Turbo, and would also like to experiment with a slightly larger diameter wheel to help with the unbelievably heavy steering at low speeds.
Having removed the wheel from the splined shaft, I now realise that the steering wheel and boss all appear to be one horrible cheap casting, that prevents the original boss from being used with a new wheel.
Can anyone therefore please advise what kind of boss I will need to fit an aftermarket wheel?
Do I need to go to a specialist such as SJ's, or does anyone know of another make and model of car (eg. Citroen, Ford, BMW, etc) that uses a compatible size of steering boss - there are obviously plenty available on ebay to fit these kinds of makes.
Any advise would again be very appreciated.
Cheers, Al.

[LOTUSMAN33]

Hi Al

I have an boss with a wheel, the boss will allow you to fit any wheel like momo etc.
I will turn it out and send you a pic

Cheers
Dave

[GavinS1]

If you have the original S3/T Momo steering wheel there are many S1/S2 owners who would buy it from you and the boss too, as this upgrade is a common wish for those owners.

Gavin

[Alan & Evi]

Thanks Dave and Gavin,
Looks like I might be buying and upgrade for my car from Dave, and then selling an upgrade for an S1/2 owner straight after!
Look forward to your photo Dave.
Cheers, Al.

[LOTUSMAN33]

Hi Al
Here is the pic as requested, I need to find the Lotus wheel Horn push which is in the loft with all my badges and trim.
Cheers
Dave

[Alan & Evi]

Thanks for that Dave - looks like exactly what I want.
Including postage to Didcot in Oxfordshire, How much would you like for the whole thing, wheel, boss and horn push?
Cheers, Al.

[LOTUSMAN33]

Hi Al
I will turn out the horn push and PM you over the weekend.
Cheers
Dave

[jackslad]

Alan
I have a 1983 non Turbo series 3 and would be interested in purchasing your standard steering wheel if you are about to sell it .

Thanks Alan

[molemot]

The wheel and the boss are NOT one piece...if you remove the trim from the front of the wheel, the screws attaching the steel wheel to the cast boss become visible! Mine came loose on the boss, and I found this out whilst looking for how to tighten it up again!

[The Veg]

Alternatively, if like me you've glued the centre pad on beyond all hope of ever removing again without destroying it, the badge in the middle can be removed without leaving marks if you're careful enough, and with that out you can access the big nut. Use a tiny-tip screwdriver to gently pry loose the trim-ring around the badge. If it's like mine, the small dabs of contact cement the hold it in have perished enough that they'll easily let go. The the trim ring will hold in place once re-inserted as long as the foam in the pad is still in good condition.