Jump to content
SAU Community

Re: Steering Wheel Installation

RedStreakZ
 Share

Recommended Posts

RedStreakZ Contributor

RedStreakZ

Posted
Posted

My old wheel is falling apart, so I need help on installing my aftermarket steering wheel...

Before u ask..yes I've done a search 2 find all I can about steering wheel installation...I just need some help in answering some question I have b4 I start fumbling around.

What I need help on are:

1. I bought a boss kit for my steering wheel (its an autotecnica). The box was helpfully written in japanese, which meant I spent 1hr going WTF and searching for my old jap textbooks.Anyway, pic on box showed that a ring/spacer is needed...when I got the box, there was no such thing in it...so I"m just wondering is that n option? DO u need it.The boss kit came with 3 wires, the horn unit thing, and a steering colum cover... and a thick washer..datz it...is that all u really need?

2. I've noticed that a lot of peeps been having problem with their hicas after installing an aftermarket steering wheel. I was hoping 2 find out what is the correct step 2 ensure that after installing, the hicas doesn't stuff up...

3. Is there a spacing requirement or something when installing the wheels? COz on the box it said somthing 5.8 for a skyline R33. Hmmmz..

4. Well, thank u for reading this far...any constructive feedback is helpful. I'll keep u posted of any probs/solution..when i finish.

Cheers.

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/43934-re-steering-wheel-installation/
Share on other sites
boj01 Experienced

boj01

Posted
Posted

From my experience, whack it on and hope for the best. When I put my AM steering wheel, the boss kit was the wrong type, and didnt cancel the indicators and was very hard to steer. Since got another one and its all going good TOUCH WOOD

RedStreakZ Contributor

RedStreakZ

Posted
  • Author
Posted

Hi guys, thankz for suggestions/advice...As promised, I'll fill u in on da installations.

1. Park the car such dat the wheels are straight. Make it easier to take off the steering wheel.

2. For virgin wheel installer with the original steering wheel, the wheel cover ( which have the Skyline symbol) can be pry off with a flat head screwdriver. There should b 3/4 clips holding it in place.

3. Disconnect da wiring inside. The original only come with 1 wiring for the horn. Aftermarket have 2 wires, a positive and earth wire. Just plug da positive into the socket on steering column, and for earth find a suitable grounding source (ie for me I plug the earth end to the boss kit).

4. After removal of the wiring, there is a big hex head nut on the inside, holding the steering wheel in place. Unbolt it such that it's still retained by a couple of thread.

5. Whack the crap out of the steering wheel ( kidding :) Just hit it firmly) towards you, so that the wheel loosen from it's bedding/groove. (that's why the bolt is handy, don't want the wheel to come off suddenly)

6. Once wheel is loose, remove the bolt, then the wheel.

7. For all AM steering wheel, there should be a corresponding boss kit specific to the car. ie, when ordering a boss kit, ask for your car model.

8. For the boss kit I ordered, it was easy to installed, coz it had the word TOP printed on it :D. U should align the boss kit such dat the word 'TOP' is....on the TOP side(at 12 oclock position)..hehe. U should also notice that there is a slot in the boss kit for the electrical connector. Just align the electrical connector to fit the slot.

9. Wire everything 2gether again. Positive go to electrical connector on steering column. Earth is wired to the boss kit.

10. Tighten the steering column bolt ..and everything else is straight forward after that.

Note : There was no probs with HICAS playing up.

Hope it cleared up everything.. Good luck.

J.

  • 5 months later...
heiress Contributor

heiress

Posted
Posted

Yeap, there are specific boss kits for hicas models. I installed a standard boss kit for 32 (from repco who didnt know anything about hicas models) last night and it just aint steering right, so its getting returned. Best to go to a performance specialist shop.

  • 3 weeks later...
Zahos Mentor

Zahos

Posted
Posted
Hi guys, thankz for suggestions/advice...As promised, I'll fill u in on da installations.

1. Park the car such dat the wheels are straight. Make it easier to take off the steering wheel.

2. For virgin wheel installer with the original steering wheel, the wheel cover ( which have the Skyline symbol) can be pry off with a flat head screwdriver. There should b 3/4 clips holding it in place.

3. Disconnect da wiring inside. The original only come with 1 wiring for the horn. Aftermarket have 2 wires, a positive and earth wire. Just plug da positive into the socket on steering column, and for earth find a suitable grounding source (ie for me I plug the earth end to the boss kit).

4. After removal of the wiring, there is a big hex head nut on the inside, holding the steering wheel in place. Unbolt it such that it's still retained by a couple of thread.

5. Whack the crap out of the steering wheel ( kidding :( Just hit it firmly) towards you, so that the wheel loosen from it's bedding/groove. (that's why the bolt is handy, don't want the wheel to come off suddenly)

6. Once wheel is loose, remove the bolt, then the wheel.

7. For all AM steering wheel, there should be a corresponding boss kit specific to the car. ie, when ordering a boss kit, ask for your car model.

8. For the boss kit I ordered, it was easy to installed, coz it had the word TOP printed on it :). U should align the boss kit such dat the word 'TOP' is....on the TOP side(at 12 oclock position)..hehe. U should also notice that there is a slot in the boss kit for the electrical connector. Just align the electrical connector to fit the slot.

9. Wire everything 2gether again. Positive go to electrical connector on steering column. Earth is wired to the boss kit.

10. Tighten the steering column bolt ..and everything else is straight forward after that.

Note : There was no probs with HICAS playing up.

Hope it cleared up everything.. Good luck.

J.

I have bought the same boss kit, and I was wondering what you did with the 3rd wire?

The one that has a huge plug on one end of it....

And I assume the washer goes between the bolt and the boss kit?

thanks

daler32 Proficient

daler32

Posted
Posted

i got a 2nd hand genuine steerin wheel for my 32 but its a series 2 one and therefor it doesnt fit the hicas 'plate' on the steering column but i have since figured that the reason the hicas is stuffing up on my aftermarket is that there is two screws missing that screw the hicas'plate' to the boss so once i screw them up it should be dandy. so just a word of advice for all you ppl out there a series 2 r32 steering wheel wont fit a series one. so ive got a series 2 r32 wheel for sale if anyone wants it lol

shonen Grand Master

shonen

Posted
Posted

Id love to change to a nardi steering wheel one day....

but at this stage..cant justify spending around $700 to change a steering wheel.

Also for my car there is one more problem...the airbag light flashes.......

and yes I know its not exactly "legal" to change an airbag steering wheel.....

edit: $700 includes boss kit

Mr GTS4 Mentor

Mr GTS4

Posted
Posted

i got a HKB one and it has 3 different models for the R32 i think ( japanese ). i have the no-110 model and the steering wheel has to be bolted on like your turning left but the wheels are straight, but the one i need is a on-115 or 112. and on my the top thing i don't think has anything to do with it... :(

  • 3 years later...
godfR33 Newbie

godfR33

Posted
Posted
Aren't their "Hicas Boss Kits" ?

hey lads, i just bought a new boss kit to put on my r33. just set it up following the instructions one of the guys posted...

i had 1 problem when i took it for a drive directly afterwards my indicators dont click off again after i have turned the corner and straightened up... like they make a click, but they dont go far enough or it doesnt click strong enough..

can anyone help me?? guidance ... anything, cos clicking the indicator off by hand is a real pain in the ass when im not used to it...

cheers

NA_Goodness Grand Master

NA_Goodness

Posted
Posted

I installed a HKB boss kit on my R33 the other day. The indicators are fine, and the HICAS works fine. However, the wheels twisted while I was taking the bolt off and now my wheel is off to a 45* angle!! Oops, cant get the damn boss kit off now!! Any ideas? Tried hitting it with a hammer, but didnt work.

tm_r33 Experienced

tm_r33

Posted
Posted

the standard steering wheels on 33's (not so sure about 32s) have a sensor in them. by this i mean, when you turn the wheel, the sensor reads the degree of turn and hicas will steer according. by removing this set up you will have anywhere from slight to major hicas problems. how ever you may not realise.

easy fix.... hicas lock bar lol or dont change standard wheel

its not illegal to change a 32 wheel but it is illegal to remove a 33 wheel.

this being because a 33 wheel has the center airbag and by replacing the standard wheel with an aftermarket one you are removing a safety device... same as removing seatbelts

all in all i thought f**k it and of corse put a nice small aftermarket wheel on my 33 anyway.

tm_r33 Experienced

tm_r33

Posted
Posted
u can change the series one though cant ya....coz they dont have air bags

series 1 have steering wheel airbag just not passenger dash airbag

i think we need to find you a lock bar and a wheel/boss kit trent :P

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing


  • Similar Content

  • Latest Posts

    • mr.torquesplit
      T56 In Gtr

      By mr.torquesplit · Posted

      looking forward to your t56 swap man its a game changer if it works! 
    • Kinkstaah
      MLR's Bogan cruise ship

      By Kinkstaah · Posted

      So, when are you trying the new GR86 or BRZ?
    • The Bogan
      MLR's Bogan cruise ship

      By The Bogan · Posted

      Uncle Duncan Yeap, FI Interchiller  Works well, normal IAT's cruising with the WTA only went from 50°c+ to 25-30°c with the interchiller  Before, when on it hard, the IAT would see 80-90°c, now, the highest has been was around 38°c IIRC IAT is measured under the blower hat I recommend it for the street or strip where your only on it hard for 10 or so seconds, but it wouldn't be efficient for sustained track use as it would heat soak from the AC turning off or whatever it does during WOT to protect the compressor It really needs the AC running for it to not heat soak and keep the WTA coolant chilled My WTA coolant temps when just cruising is around 2°c
    • Duncan
      MLR's Bogan cruise ship

      By Duncan · Posted

      Hey Mark...sorry to interrupt your career change to hair dressing... but...did you ever fit the interchiller to the commodore, and if so how was it? And, who made it?
    • The Bogan
      MLR's Bogan cruise ship

      By The Bogan · Posted

      I've been pondering this, I really enjoy the convertible thing, for me, it's like riding a motorbike, without all the issue of riding a motorbike, mainly, my old sore arthritic joints getting beaten up, and, being able to do it in shorts and a T-shirt and not needing a helmet and all the other gear required, especially like wearing jackets and pants in the summer, or needing 6 layers of cloths in the winter, or not having wet weather gear handy when your 100km away from home on the bike when it decides to start raining As for the hard top and its Coupe look, whilst I do lose all that open top feeling that I really enjoy, from my experience with the NB with a detachable hard top, the cabin is a much nicer place to be, the difference in noise for one, a hard top quietens down the interior, alot, with the soft top up or down it's pretty noisy, which, after 5 or so hours, can get tiring But, as you stated, the detachable hard top totally changes the look of the car, in a really good way, and for me, the look of a detachable hard top is so much better than the PRHT which looks more like a after thought with its weird bulbous rear roof line For me, the minimal effort of putting in on, or storing it after removing it, is well worth the time and effort for the look alone And yes, I'm sure the next owner will be grateful for it as well.......  
×
×
  • Create New...