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Old 05-07-2006 | 06:27 PM
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Thumbs up New Silver Metallic Steering Wheel

I had this installed last weekend.



Short review:
I think the stock wheel feels nicer at the moment. I am sure I just need to get used to not feeling leather all around the wheel. This wheel does not have the reinforcements at 10 and 2 o'clock. Its the same diameter and the same thickness as the stock wheel. It does feel a bit thinner due to the metallic look inserts.

The new steering wheel definitely adds some style to the already stylish cabin. I have gotten a lot of compliments on it

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Old 05-07-2006 | 06:30 PM
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looks sweet!
Old 05-07-2006 | 06:30 PM
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It's not working for me, but it's your car and if you like it that's all that matters. I also think I wouldn't like the different feel at different spots on the wheel. If you don't mind, how much was it?
Old 05-07-2006 | 06:41 PM
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looks like it should make your car fly. i like it.
Old 05-07-2006 | 06:41 PM
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Originally Posted by waTSX
It's not working for me, but it's your car and if you like it that's all that matters. I also think I wouldn't like the different feel at different spots on the wheel. If you don't mind, how much was it?
I can never get the Quartz color of the interior to look correct in pictures, it really matches well in person.

The steering wheel retails for $499 + installation. I received the wheel and install for free as part of my new car purchase at the dealership I bought my TSX at. I still have the stock wheel as well.
Old 05-07-2006 | 06:42 PM
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OH yeah I forgot to mention, the metallic insert is only on the front of the steering wheel. The rest of the wheel is covered in perforated leather. There is no smooth leather on the wheel, I like the perforated look as it matched the seats, doors inserts and shift knob.
Old 05-07-2006 | 08:22 PM
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i like it. looks much better then wood imo.
Old 05-07-2006 | 08:27 PM
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looks great..i would like one of those in the future
btw--are there two extra buttons where the hands-free link buttons are on the steering wheel?.. my stock wheel doesnt have them?
Old 05-07-2006 | 08:30 PM
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Looks good. Was a bit too pricey for me. Definitely wouldve gotten one if I had the money =)
Old 05-07-2006 | 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by EuRTSX
Looks good. Was a bit too pricey for me. Definitely wouldve gotten one if I had the money =)
i agree, it does look good with the rest of the interior. lol, but its bad for people with sweaty hands. haha
Old 05-07-2006 | 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by lilballa
looks great..i would like one of those in the future
btw--are there two extra buttons where the hands-free link buttons are on the steering wheel?.. my stock wheel doesnt have them?
they are the 06 buttons (bluetooth, cancel in front, original voice activiation and cancel on back)
Old 05-08-2006 | 01:53 AM
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very nice and I really like your camara...clean shot
Old 05-08-2006 | 07:20 AM
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Looks nice.........compliments the rest of the interior.....
Old 05-08-2006 | 08:34 AM
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Nice, I like it. Where did you get those silver metallic steering wheel?
Old 05-08-2006 | 09:06 AM
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It's offered by Acura as an accessory.
Old 05-08-2006 | 02:25 PM
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I like it alot, it could be little more beef'er thicker...
Old 05-08-2006 | 02:26 PM
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i like it, but doesn't the metal get hott as balls in the heat?
Old 05-08-2006 | 03:35 PM
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Wheel looks great, what camera did you use? Picture looks publishing quality.
Old 05-08-2006 | 11:00 PM
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Yah, I wish the wheel was a bit thicker but there is not a single Acura around that has a thick steering wheel.

It is not actually metal, its the exact same material as the metallic trim along the dash. It does not get too warm or too cold.
Old 05-09-2006 | 12:06 AM
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Looks very nice. It matches the metal accents around the cabin.
Old 05-10-2006 | 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by San-AnT
they are the 06 buttons (bluetooth, cancel in front, original voice activiation and cancel on back)
I have the 06 and mine has the hands free bigger two buttons, but not the two smaller seperate back and voice command buttons. It must only be on the accesory wheel?
Old 05-10-2006 | 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by lilballa
I have the 06 and mine has the hands free bigger two buttons, but not the two smaller seperate back and voice command buttons. It must only be on the accesory wheel?
Does your 06 have navigation?
Old 05-10-2006 | 08:58 PM
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Maybe he just doesn't have the voice activation thingy. Or does it come standard? o_x
Old 05-10-2006 | 09:49 PM
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I had those buttons on my stock wheel, the center of the wheel does not change when you switch wheels.
Old 05-10-2006 | 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by lilballa
I have the 06 and mine has the hands free bigger two buttons, but not the two smaller seperate back and voice command buttons. It must only be on the accesory wheel?
looks just like my bro's 06 nav wheel
Old 05-11-2006 | 12:26 AM
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Originally Posted by AamirCWITR
I had this installed last weekend.



Short review:
I think the stock wheel feels nicer at the moment. I am sure I just need to get used to not feeling leather all around the wheel. This wheel does not have the reinforcements at 10 and 2 o'clock. Its the same diameter and the same thickness as the stock wheel. It does feel a bit thinner due to the metallic look inserts.

The new steering wheel definitely adds some style to the already stylish cabin. I have gotten a lot of compliments on it

Aamir
Nice touch!
Old 05-11-2006 | 02:43 PM
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Have you dyno'd it yet to see what kind of gains you get from it?
Old 05-11-2006 | 04:19 PM
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Originally Posted by CJams
Have you dyno'd it yet to see what kind of gains you get from it?
yes, 15whp.
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