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Old 12-09-2012, 07:12 PM
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3rd gen steering wheel question

I have a '00 4runner and the steering wheel leather is deteriorating. I was wondering if anyone knew if I could swap this with a steering wheel from an '02 ?
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I don't know the answer to your question but maybe take a look at the Wheelskins steering wheel covers. They are leather and come in lots of colors, mine fit perfect, and it looks factory (not cheap like most covers). I got it for around $40 on ebay. Just make sure you find the correct size for your 4runner and you can choose your color(s) to match what you have. Much cheaper than a new wheel and MUCH easier to install too.
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I believe the steering wheel stayed the same from 96-02 mounting wise.
Old 12-10-2012, 09:50 PM
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okay thanks guys. yeah i was considering the wheelskins but I know I am going to make a mess of sewing that thing to the wheel. i just bought a '02 steering wheel so I'll find out soon enough and let you guys know.
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Originally Posted by bearracer5
yeah i was considering the wheelskins but I know I am going to make a mess of sewing that thing to the wheel.
If you can tie your shoes, you can put a wheelskins on. No joke. Took me half an hour and looked nice, and I'm no seamstress!
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96-97 were alike, 98-02 were alike, it'll fit... color could be another story (or even fading)
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there was a thread in here before about replacing the leather cover. iirc, it was started by bamachem and they dealt with a guy from Florida, i think.. they were very happy with the quality

about the steering wheel, the newerr ones (01-02) should fit the older ones (96-97)

EDIT: couldn't find Bamachem's thread but here's one talking about the same cover:
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f2/3...c-heavy-71250/

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