[ForTech]

It appears that I am getting some major wear in my TRD Leather steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position. It is noticeably deteriorating with only 45K miles on the truck.

Is anyone aware of a steering wheel cover out there that doesn't look like something bought at the local Wal-Mart?

I currently use the truck at work and it isn't uncommon for me to have hydraulic fluid or diesel residue on my hands. Something to protect the remainder of my steering wheel would be great.

Thanks...

 

[dorkman]

It appears that I am getting some major wear in my TRD Leather steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position. It is noticeably deteriorating with only 45K miles on the truck.

Is anyone aware of a steering wheel cover out there that doesn't look like something bought at the local Wal-Mart?

I currently use the truck at work and it isn't uncommon for me to have hydraulic fluid or diesel residue on my hands. Something to protect the remainder of my steering wheel would be great.

Thanks...

I found one that matches the color of the interior nicley at Target.

 

[Pb]

Cleaning and conditioning your leather every once in a while will make your leather last a lot longer, and feel a lot better.

Most people would be surprised what kind of funk is on their steering wheel.

Check this thread. Dana posted pictures on the 2nd page. http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showthread.php?t=231577&highlight=steering+wheel

 

[the.phantom]

i agree on the cleaning and conditioning

wonder if 12 o'clock ( top) if it could be getting cooked by the sunlight?

 

[RossK35]

Get a wheelskin. I've got one and its great!

 

[ForTech]

i agree on the cleaning and conditioning

wonder if 12 o'clock ( top) if it could be getting cooked by the sunlight?

Nah, just wear from use. I don't use the recommended 10 and 2 positions.

 

[Pb]

Nah, just wear from use. I don't use the recommended 10 and 2 positions.

10 and 2 is not recommended anymore, because of airbags.

http://www.smartmotorist.com/driving-guideline/hands-on-the-steering-wheel.html

 

[05Moose]

Get a wheelskin. I've got one and its great!

I thought I'd seen this on the forum. Here's a link to the other thread with pics
http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showthread.php?t=231538&highlight=steering+wheel+cover

I wonder if the wear at the 12 o'clock position is due to a rough wedding ring? Mine used to scratch the h$ll out of things.

 

[Pb]

I'd clean and condition it real good, and then take another look at the steering wheel. It might be in better shape than it appears to be.

I hate steering wheel covers.