Best steering wheels & accessories according to redditors

Get the stitch on kind, they actually stay pretty well.

Like this https://smile.amazon.com/AULLY-PARK-Universal-Steering-Genuine/dp/B018FM4X2K/

They're probably talking about these anti theft devices, guy.

I am so old...


Edit: http://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL

You're making the assumption that there is only one copy of the key.

Get a this: http://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL

Brightmoor is not a great area, no. I would assume that whatever company you're interviewing with will have a parking lot with a gate, unless they're run out of a house or something. Stick close by and you'll be fine. If there's no parking then you'll want a club on your steering wheel and to take anything valuable out of your car.


You'll be fine, you won't get shot or shanked or robbed in the three seconds you'll be outside, but you should keep your wits about you. Also, don't judge too hard—Brightmoor is full of people, some good and some bad, and no one likes feeling as though they're being perceived as horrible. It might also be a good idea to check out the area on Google Street View just so you know where all your turns will be, what the building you're headed to looks like, and in general what to expect from the neighborhood.

Its not really a slimjim or hotwire that makes first/second gen legacies and first gen impreza's easy to steal, its whats called 'jiggler keys'. If you've ever seen a police video of how a slimjim works, its a fairly delicate procedure, and you have to walk around with the slimjim itself which can be long and obvious looking. Hotwiring involves ripping the lower and/or upper steering wheel shroud off to access the ignition wiring. On these model subaru's that plastic is very thick and even with the steering wheel completely off, its difficult. Easier on older model american cars but 90's era american and foreign cars took some precautions in this regard to prevent it.

The jiggler key, as the cops call it, involves just a random car key of varying length which the thieves then shave down to make it fit in other makes and models of cars, specifically older 80's and 90's cars. The ignition and drivers side lock tumblers of these cars are usually somewhat worn down with use over the years and can be made to 'click' into the lock cylinder. Thats what this guy looks like he's doing, because all it involves is walking up to the car, and inserting a seemingly normal looking key and just playing with it for a min, just like how a normal person would unlock the car.

The only way to mitigate this would be to get one of those steering wheel lock bar thingys, like this one. Alternatively you could wire up some hidden fuel delivery cut off switch underneath the front drivers seat that you have to switch on before starting the car. You could have that wired to your fuel pump. My friend did this to his gen-1 legacy after his previous gen-2 was stolen in a similar fashion by a crackhead.

I see your steering wheel has the same problem as mine.
I bought this 2 years ago and highly recommend it. It's only $8 and you sew it on.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PC0G07A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It is all about determination. If she doesn't have the title she would have to try to get a new one. That takes time.

Also take her copy of the key away.

A low tech solution would be for him to get a club and always place it on the wheel when he is not driving it. http://www.amazon.com/Original-Club-Steering-Wheel-Lock/dp/B0000CBILL

https://www.amazon.com/Yontree-Winter-Handbrake-Cover-Steering/dp/B019K2SZ1O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500165791&sr=8-1&keywords=fluffy+steering+wheel+cover

http://i.imgur.com/hbd6Jb2.gifv

10/10 would drive

Fuck- that sucks. And I know how shitty it feels from experience.

I was moving across country back in the 90s and stopped for dinner- parked in the semi-parking because I was pulling a large ass U haul trailer. When I came out 30 minutes later, the van and U-Haul full of all of my shit was gone- I mean everything- socks to books to a huge collection of personal/family photographs to a few vintage guitars to my massive record/cd collection to my bed to my blender- every fucking possession I owned in the world down to my pillows except what I was physically wearing was stolen and never recovered. LE found the van and trailer burned slap flat to the ground the next morning. Once thieving cocksuckers cross a state line, shit gets even more difficult to untangle. They never caught the fucks. I doubt they even tried much past calling in a tow truck.

Ever since that, any time I pull a trailer now I park it where I can watch it while I eat- and IF I'm going to be at a hotel I put thick chains through each the tires, each locked by a decent lock, and use [the Club] (https://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL). Hindsight is 20/20.

I wish you luck.

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DSG Steering Wheel Shift Paddles Shifters Replacement Kit RED For VW Volkswagen Golf MK7 GTI R R-line Scirocco 2014-2019 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TLW5ZCT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QaizDb4R153TT

Here are some mods you might want to consider:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NM3MOLU/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019K2SZ1O/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0170AC2V2/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AP5974/

I hope this helps.

Dear Portland:

https://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL


I have no idea why the company isn't advertising the fuck out of Portland.

And before anyone says it, most car thieves are opportunist, not professionals. Of course, the club problem wold be solved with a metal steering wheel with a leather wrap.

Stich on steering wheel wrap for $8
https://amazon.com/Lemonbest-C0196-Universal-Leather-Steering/dp/B00PC0G07A/

It's not real leather and it took me a good hour to do the stitching, but it feels and looks really nice.

BMLEI Top Genuine Leather... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076HRCDVR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Here's the link for the steering wheel: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00PC0G07A/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And here is the thread: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00N4IKOO2/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You simply line it up on the wheel and measure 8 times the thread for each segment (two 10" = 160" thread - remember it's double fed, and one 20" = 320" thread).

Here is the video I went by: https://youtu.be/n9hNSkl0eKI

I made it up as I went, made sure everything was lined up and tight. If you look closely you can see my knots - but rather be safe than sorry in regards to it coming undone.

A cool steering wheel cover might do the trick. Example

One of these bad boys: https://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL

Basically adds one more step between a car thief and getting away with your vehicle. Doesn't help if you leave a bag in there overnight and they want to take it but for the 90s/00s japanese cars it's a solid investment.

When my folks' car got stolen the cop told us that since criminal elements have developed a super efficient way of breaking into them they use them to joyride or move drugs around, they usually find them in some other part of the city and unharmed. Hopefully that happens with yours!

Yep. I've had full replacement paddles for about 2 years and am currently running the $25 ones in this video. Good product.

S2T is ripping people off IMO.

PSA Also be aware that there are a couple versions of these Chinese paddles floating around. The cheaper ones DO NOT have cut through + and - symbols, they are printed on. Their overall fit and finish are poor, so look closely at the images when you are ordering to ensure you're getting the good ones.

These look legit to me - https://www.amazon.com/Steering-Shifters-Replacement-Volkswagen-2014-2019/dp/B07WDBCL7M/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=MK7%2BDSG%2Bpaddle&qid=1567698139&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1

They do! Search wheel stands on Amazon and you'll find small metal stands meant to sit in front of a desk chair that have hard points for the pedals, wheel, and Shifter.

Here's an example:
Next Level Racing 638370134683 Wheel Stand Add on
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B012TOREKS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_POGYBb07NYXXD

HIGH FLYING DSG Steering Wheel Shift Paddles Shifters Replacement Kit RED For VW Volkswagen Golf MK7 GTI R R-line 2014-2018 (Red) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DQHNBJX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1Z1QDbB6HQ1PT

This is just one of those cheap slip-on covers. They have much better real leather sew-on covers on Amazon that look exactly like factory covers. Here's an example

• When I finally became of driving age, my grandfather (we kindly call him grandpappy) taught me how to check my fluids in my car, and tucked a tiny rag in my glove box, so when I checked my oil, I could wipe off the old oil on the stick, and get a proper read. He's the sweetest.
  
  
• I'd like this steering wheel cover if I win!
  
  
• I'm saving it for later.

No reference to the club?

Ya'll are slipping.

The steering wheels show a lot of wear and tear. I purchased this for my 5.7 Limited 4X4.

Buy one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Original-Club-Steering-Wheel-Lock/dp/B0000CBILL

Dude throw that slip on steering wheel cover away and sew one on, it throws off the look

Not trying to come down, but I may recommend grabbing a club. Won't stop a real criminal, but for $40 it keeps honest folks honest. Plus may convince someone to steal your neighbors car instead of yours, better to give sympathy than to need it. There are cheaper one's too, I know this claims a $1800 payback if broken or something.

http://www.amazon.com/Original-Club-Steering-Wheel-Lock/dp/B0000CBILL

Probably this.

A lot of the stuff you unfortunately can't add.... but one thing you can add is a leather sew-up cover for your steering wheel: https://www.amazon.com/Lemonbest-C0196-Universal-Steering-Stitch/dp/B00PC0G07A

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Makes the steering wheel feel nice and leathery, and I like the perforated look, feels sporty to me.

DSG Steering Wheel Shift Paddles Shifters Replacement Kit fit For VW Volkswagen Golf MK7 GTI R R-line Scirocco 2014-2019 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WDBCL7M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UC-KDbZSQYMZ5

That... shouldn't happen?

Maybe buy one of those old school steering wheel locks.

I went for the cushioned steering wheel cover. Some sort of memory foam stuff. Cheap, and fairly comfortable, less than 5 minutes to put it on - mostly spent getting the hair dryer so the rubber is soft enough to stretch it on. The plastic smell went away after about a week, so it wasn't too bad.

If you don't like the plastic ones, get leather, laced on steering wheel cover. It'll look nice, but you'll be spending a lot longer putting it on. Probably about 1-2 hours.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076HRCDVR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Watch a movie, play a video game, take a shower then give myself a pedi and paint my nails. :)

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Get me out of here!

Thanks for the contest!

Thanks for the contest!

This PR class is nuts

My favorite is my digital photography 4 class. We get to use this view camera, but with a digital back, and it's one of the most amazing things I've ever used. I love the work thats coming out of my class!

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If you're really worried about car theft, what about one of these: Steering Wheel Lock ?

This totally doesn't help now, and I realize this, but consider getting a club (http://www.amazon.com/Original-Club-Steering-Wheel-Lock/dp/B0000CBILL) for your own car, and a spare one to keep around your apartment for when guests visit.

I've been living in Queens for 25 year now (born and raised), and my family has had a car stolen back in the day, and that has made my parents on high-alert ever since. It was a crappy old toyota, and we didn't have anything valuable in the car, but still somebody thought to steal it.

My boyfriend who was born and raised in a super-safe suburb in MA gets paranoid when he drives his car into unfamiliar areas and I've always teased him about the uber-paranoia (doesn't even leave spare change in sight, and the thought of leaving his laptop in his car out of sight still makes him nervous). My mom bought him a club and I think it really gives him better peace of mind. In your case, even if thieves could break into the car, and had the car keys to start the car, they wouldn't be able to drive far with a club locked on its steering wheel.

Sorry this happened to you. It's unfortunate but you have to be cautious in NYC and exercise common sense at all times. I worked in a pretty safe area of Queens, and once last year one of our clients left our building to discover that her car had its windows smashed, which she believed to be because she had a GPS HOLDER (not even a gps itself, which she kept in her purse on her person) visible on her dashboard.

Good luck with everything. :)

Don't buy a whole new steering wheel. Then you'd have to get it installed and shit. That sounds awful. If it doesn't come out the way you like just get a cover. No, not the shit ones from autozone. They do make stitch on steering wheel covers. Yes it takes a little time but it looks light years better than a slip over Walmart/autozone cover that will undoubtedly be low quality and feature a car company logo, faux fur, camouflage, or bedazzling for some reason.

A quick Amazon searched yielded this guy. I didn't do an exhaustive search so there may be better deals/colors/higher quality/ect out there; not sure. Also you can do whatever color stitching you'd like if you prefer a custom look.

I'd say it's a much better option than a whole new wheel plus the labor costs.

Just my 2¢

All that being said, I'm quite certain you could clean that with some APC, a boars hair brush and a microfiber cloth. If not, look into a steam cleaner. I'm always impressed with what my steam cleaner can accomplish.

Do you know anything about this stand?
https://www.amazon.com/Level-Racing-Steering-Wheel-Stand-pc/dp/B012TOREKS

Also, super noob question, but could I mount to my desk while I wait for a stand?

Yes, that is 100% normal. It is the risk we all take as car owners. Do look up book value for your car though; generally the insurance company gives you book value, which tends to be more than the car is actually worth. If you show them that the market value is higher than book value then you can even argue for more money.

One insurance company advertises "better car replacement" which should help. You might go with that company.

If you're truly paranoid, some options to help prevent theft of the entire car are:

• Make sure it's a car that nobody wants to steal. Do not get a Honda. Your Ford should be less of a target, but trading it in for a 20 year old Chevrolet Cavalier would really help a lot.
  
  
• Whatever car you have, keep it as ugly as possible...keep it dirty, put dents in it, trash the interior, etc. If it looks that beat up then it won't be worth much to sell or part out.
  
  
• Install and use every anti-theft system and accessory that you can. There are steering wheel immobilizers like The Club, alarms of all sorts (including ones that can call your cellphone), tracking devices like Lo-Jack, dashcam surveillance systems (you could get a smartphone with an unlimited data plan and have its dashcam upload real-time to a server), etc. Someone good at automotive electrical work can rig it so that you have to turn on some accessories (perhaps turn signal on, cigarette lighter inserted, wipers on) before the car will start. Except for the tracking device and surveillance, these things only help slow down someone who is trying to drive your car away, they don't have any effect on trailers and tow trucks.
  
  
• Move away from that nasty place. Seriously, if it's so dangerous that you're really this worried, why the hell would any sane person want to live or work there? Your car is replaceable, your life is not. I'm not even afraid of that sort of thing but I still find dangerous neighborhoods and big cities offensive enough to stay out of them.
  
  To be honest, a 2009 Fiesta really isn't worth all that effort, time, and money. Just park it somewhere visible or secure and lock it. Save the money that would be wasted on all those irritating accessories to help buy a replacement if an insurance is insufficient, if it gets stolen at all.

My tenant's older hondas and toyotas used to get stolen all the time- PD basically told me that they are being stolen by daylaborers who don't have licenses and can't register a car, so they steal cars and use them to commute back and forth from places like Tracy and Salinas for work in city. Two of them were found a few months after they were stolen in the East Bay and San Jose with toolboxes and painting supplies in them- in perfect condition, gas in the tank.

I had all my tenants with older cars start using The Club (that 80's car theft tool that locks your steering wheel), and we haven't had a car theft since. But yeah, they love those older cars without alarm systems and without chip-keys.

Hope it turns up for you.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DQHNBJX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_stjBCbG63GX32

I don't worry, I have this

Shouldn't this be the responsibility of the insurance company to clean up? Just because the owner found a piece of paper with a name on it doesn't mean they were the thief. Mail and ID's get stolen just as often if not more than cars. I get that these people are frustrated but it seems like there anger is pointed in the wrong direction. Given that this is the second time the car was stolen I'm going to venture a guess and say the owner needs to get a club for his old ass honda.

I just use a steering wheel club.

Doesn't have a mount for a seat but you can use any other seat like a computer chair.

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https://www.amazon.com/Level-Racing-Steering-Wheel-Stand-pc/dp/B012TOREKS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1543260374&sr=8-5&keywords=%2Csim+racing

Looks like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL

Hello, beauty. Welcome to the Mustang Club. The red one is Rudy, and the blue one started off as Renegade until a dream I had where it was actually a Transformer and told me its name is Wanderlust (which is fitting, as I'm almost 60k miles in after a little over 3 years).

Do you feel like she's an old lady or a dignified younger woman? For old lady I like Blanche, or Bianca for the younger option.

I definitely suggest some kind of car garbage can. Even Wanderlust ends up cluttered, and a small garbage container looks better than a plastic bag hooked on the glovebox. I would keep a bunch of plastic bags folded in the bottom, with the one currently being used pulled up like a regular garbage bag, so you can just take the bag with you to toss it and pop a new one into place.

I also suggest a steering wheel cover if the wheel is factory original. I have that one in Rudy.

And while it may not be allowed, I'm always a fan of a little ornamentation hanging from the rear view. Wanderlust has a pentagram that's been in every vehicle I've ever owned, and it has a veteran poppy wrapped around the string.

I also strongly suggest you keep a car charger ONLY in the car that you do NOT remove to other vehicles. That way, you always know that you'll have a way to charge your phone.

And I personally keep a set of reflective triangles in my trunk along with the standard roadside emergency kit, gives a little added peace of mind if you ever break down. People are stupid and tend not to notice a broken down car. I'm a police dispatcher and I've had a lot of calls of a disabled vehicle getting hit by someone who didn't notice them.

This is The Club.

It's a patented steering wheel lock. People had been using chains and whatnot for ages for this purpose, but this thing was like, specifically designed to lock your steering wheel.

It was super popular when I was growing up and I guess it's still around:

http://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL

So during the time you were married, this was your primary (only) vehicle? And she drives a second vehicle? With the way the separation agreement is worded, I have a hard time imagining a judge taking the car away from you when you have it in your possession.

> After we got the divorce, I told her that I would pay her for the car. I paid her $1000 and then decided that I didn't need to make any more payments to her

How much did you (originally) agree to pay her? Does she have this in writing (email/text)?

You need a tag and insurance to drive it legally. You need to get those up to date to stay out of trouble with the law, but I can't imagine this has much bearing on the dispute over ownership.

If you think she might have a key and you're worried about her coming over and taking it, you might consider a steering-wheel lock.

I'm late to the party, but steering wheel covers:

https://www.amazon.com/Rueesh-Steering-Wheel-Cover-Anti-Slip/dp/B01FWG6IYS/ref=sr_1_18?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1494335105&sr=1-18&keywords=steering+wheel+cover

maybe Darth Vader, for the Star Wars fan:
https://www.amazon.com/Plasticolor-006736R01-Darth-Vader-Steering/dp/B00COYNVPQ/ref=sr_1_17?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1494335105&sr=1-17&keywords=steering+wheel+cover

If you look at additional purchased items, you'll see Darth vader floor mats and Darth vader seat covers (both of which are also good ideas to personalize your car. Even if you don't like Vader, of course, you can find others you might like...)

(There is also a batman you can find)

I can only assume that what you're looking for is a fuzzy pink steering wheel cove because fuzzy pink. This one is over the top

Do you mean "The Club?"

People realized that it's very easy to steal your car even with "the club" in place. Videos like this started circulating on evening newscasts showing how "The Club" was at best a way to slow them down a minute or two.

More importantly, cars began using smart keys that would prevent the engine from starting without a code from a microchip. You could tow it to a chop-shop, but you can do that with "The Club" anyway.

EDIT: A bit more on The Club from Freakonomics.

> What we found out was that a pro thief would carry a short piece of a hacksaw blade to cut through the plastic steering wheel in a couple seconds. They were then able to release The Club and use it to apply a huge amount of torque to the steering wheel and break the lock on the steering column (which most cars were already equipped with). The pro thieves actually sought out cars with The Club on them because they didn’t want to carry a long pry bar that was too hard to conceal.

I highly recommend this:Next Level Racing wheel stand.

It's incredible stable, no center bar, full adjustable, and 100x better than my custom TV stand that I outfitted with metal plates for added stability and worked well with my G25 for about 7 years - I would place about 20lbs of free weights on top to stop the wobble. Now that I updated to a FANATEC I needed something better. I was skeptical at first but after 6 months of continued use I wouldnt go any other way.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012TOREKS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I also hated how thin it felt, grip is so much better now. Here you go:
amazon

I have just a basic wheel cover that is a lot better than the hard plastic wheel.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GLMEK60

I'm sure there are more absorbent covers available too.

I keep driving gloves in the car too, but I usually only wear them for longer drives since they take a little extra effort to get on & off.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003SFYFVO

One of the first results on Amazon for "Steering wheel cover"
Link

No movement. The cover I bought is tight as fuck.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GLMEK60

Like, too tight to get on cold. It just would not go. I had to warm it up with a hair-dryer to get it to slip over. If you've got a similar express, I do recommend this for how cheap it was.

My gear-selector knob is okay. As you can see, some of the overmolding on the wheel has warn off.

Dark Knight Triology

And a cheaper "d" so you can gift more than one person: Darth Vader steering wheel cover.

This is the one I got, also got the matching seat covers. Actually got some compliments about them. They also clean super easy.

Vroom Vroom!

a steering wheel cover would be very comfortable.

if i win id like to be surprised!

Ahhhh congrats on the wheels!

These are adorable and you of course need this and plus, its pretty cheap!

But in all seriousness seat covers and a steering wheel cover were the first things i put in my car.

Surprise me!!
vroom vroom

Remember, Honda Civics are one of the most stolen vehicles. this is always a good deterrent if you do not have an alarm system.


Congrats on your new car

Suicide knob

Amazon got your Brody knob right here

These cars were and still are so easy to steal that this is why in the 90's all the cars had The Club or other similarly ridiculous devices (like transmission shift lockouts). They weren't really all that effective since you just had to saw the steering wheel but it was annoying enough that thieves would consider looking for a different car to go steal.

I can't believe I'm saying this but OP, have you considered finding a vintage club-style steering wheel locking device? There must be someone you know who still has one lying around. Again, a thief that really gives a crap about stealing your car can saw through the steering wheel but honestly most of the time people just steal these old Hondas for joyrides. It looks like you can buy a new one for like $35 on Amazon.com as well, but I'm almost 100% sure someone you know must still have one of these in their garage somewhere, they sold like a bajillion of these in the 90s.

It won't make your car thief proof but it makes it annoying enough that people will just go find another old Honda or GM SUV to steal.

They had all sorts of crazy devices back then too, there was one that stopped them from hitting the gas pedal by locking up underneath the gas pedal, one that locked up the shifter (this one required bolting it into the car), other more crazy looking steering wheel models that made it harder to saw out by having a shield for the steering wheel itself, etc. You can go crazy but honestly most thieves will recognize the club since it's bright red and it's only real purpose is to make them realize that stealing your car will be annoying.

im in a similar boat, what im looking at is a little more than 200 though.

https://smile.amazon.com/Level-Racing-Steering-Wheel-Stand-pc/dp/B012TOREKS/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1538880746&sr=8-4&keywords=racing+wheel+stand

then you can add this kit and have stick throttle or stick stick on the sides, not ideal and im still looking.

https://smile.amazon.com/Next-Level-Racing-Flight-Pack-pc/dp/B01CXYJJIE/ref=pd_sim_63_13?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01CXYJJIE&pd_rd_r=0b6a8b72-c9dc-11e8-9abb-7d2cd28fbd32&pd_rd_w=tCtpR&pd_rd_wg=KPRvx&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=149fcd10-1f37-464b-8228-8e84e217115c&pf_rd_r=HY3WJ1NZ06Q5AZA2CHGY&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=HY3WJ1NZ06Q5AZA2CHGY

Used one of these before but those seems between different materials hurt and they stink. I ended up installing this https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B018FM4X2K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8a22Cb9QWXS8Sand
it's much better. Takes about 15-20 Mins to install. Wear gloves when you install it.

I like this new cover, I know it "on the wrong way". Here's the amazon link--let me know if we can't link!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AU73QFI/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_awdo_7SP-wb8MP2AMP

This is the one that I purchased, but there are other by SuperSkin and WheelSkin that are a little more high end if that's what you're going for.

I don't think there's any question your father in law is out of line and has some messed up ideas about entitlement. Since you're planning on leaving anyway, seems like buying one of these might solve the problem with the least amount of drama. The Club is old school by now. Probably lots of other stuff now with the same purpose.

It was a safety device that was popular in the 90's, before many cars had electronic alarm systems. https://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL

Not OP but they look like the ones I recently ordered from AliExpress -
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/rgZI7MZ6

Edit: it looks like these are also available on Amazon. They may be a few bucks more but I wish I ordered them from Amazon instead of waiting weeks if not more for them to arrive from China.

https://www.amazon.com/Steering-Shifters-Replacement-Volkswagen-2014-2019/dp/B07TLW5ZCT/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=gti%2Bpaddle%2Bshifters&qid=1573144095&sr=8-4&th=1

Amazon, it's the same one I got for my gf for her birthday a couple years ago

Edit: here's the one I found on Amazon it's not the exact same but they have options to change to different prints.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005N53AM2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_P6kHzbTQ41ANP

I'd recommend paying a little extra for a genuine leather Wheelskin.
Best price I've found from Auto Anything (look for coupon codes online)

I put a cheap $10 one on my old car and my GF's Hyundai.

The difference is worth it! The cheap one is thin and slips a bit. The Wheelskin is way thicker leather and fits better.

Both are a pain in the ass to apply so if you're going to go through all that effort, might as well spend the extra money on a nice on.

Most auto supply stores carry them. Something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/Superior-58-0600B-Superskin-Extra-Genuine/dp/B00029KA8G

the club.

i know they can just cut the wheel..still another barrier..

A friend of mine used to have a really shitty Geo Metro with all kinds of anarchy symbols and generic punk ramblings spray painted all over it. There was never anything of value in the car, so he always figured "fuck it" and left the vehicle unlocked all the time.

One day, he returned to his car to find that someone had rummaged through his stuff, and after deciding it was all worthless, they had placed a club on his steering wheel and left.

>...I should consider getting one (but my laziness suggests that it won't happen).

http://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL

You need a Club. At the very least, it's a deterrent.

http://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL

http://www.amazon.com/Plasticolor-006478R01-Steering-Wheel-Cover/dp/B000WJ64O0

1. Wet shaving Edwin Jagger razor blade, because Edwin Jagger is a company in England that produces products for wet shaving, which normally wouldn't be used unless you're either 1. A hobbyist, or 2. A old school 70+ fellow. default wishlist
   
   
2. Hello Kitty wheel cover, because it's a product primarily made for young teenage women. <20 list
   
   
3. Phallic item I'm... not jealous....of its length...not at all.. default wishlist
   
   
4. Geekiest gaming headset, my list is primarily composed of geeky items, but this is probably the geekiest. default wl
   
   
5. Bath scale , it has a body fat % option as well, which is what I'm more focused on rather than weight. default wl
   
   
6. Search and rescue knife would be best for a deserted island. default WL

I use this Next Level Racing stand with a logitech g29 wheel. It is the most compact setup by far because you can use your own chair. I collapse my whole setup and keep it in a normal sized closet between use.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012TOREKS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_9lWXCb1JJV1NM

You can DYI a leather steering wheel cover that you stitch yourself:

https://www.amazon.com/Eiseng-Steering-2014-2016-2013-2016-Accessories/dp/B01N067ABA (THe product for 2017 might be slightly different).

This is how it looks like after installation:

https://forum.mazda6club.com/attachments/newbie-section/218746d1524496387-new-member-here-2015-mazda-6-touring-manual-transmission-img_3037.jpg

I used to hide my blunts in the car club. Do u guys remember those?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000CBILL/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

I bought this for $32 bucks on Amazon and really like it a lot. Fits tight, matches my interior, has been super durable for a year already. Installs in 2 minutes (fits right over existing cover, no stitching required) and doesn't move on the wheel:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B010CXYDVG

I think it looks and feels great. So much so that I bought a backup for when I'm ready to replace it!

Here is the mobile version of your link

i got this one for my 2014 mazda 3 it works great provides a lot more grip than the stock steering wheel and it has held up fairly well in the past eight months or so. minor cosmetic damage.

Yup! They still make it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000CBILL/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TLW5ZCT/

Also, ODB11 has some good mods, but if you want something really cheap, you can get Carista for $20 and do a bunch of changes like the windows down / up on keyfob, turn off soundaktor, change asr behavior, etc. Keep in mind, Carista app costs money, but you get a free 30 days and the mods stick once you apply them.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07TLW5ZCT?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
I’m not sure how links are treated here so I’ll leave a follow up comment with what to search

I have a 2012, and bought this:
https://amzn.com/B00PC0G07A
it's been on my car for about a year now, still holding up.

I can't wine and dine without proper cookware! Link!

It's no broom, but my car gets me to where I need to go. Broom, broom! Link

This will help keep me organized on those days where I have to wear many hats! Link

These will help me accomplish the oldest trick in the book! Link

Elephants have trunks, but so do trees; my cat would appreciate one of these! Link

Without any way to hear music, I'd be an unsung hero. (And heroes have to have their capes, you know.) Link

My steering wheel would be freezing everytime i went to drive so I bought this steering wheel cover and it made a big difference.

1. Close the bank account where the payday loans come out of if they're automatic. Open a new one at another bank if you still need to do direct deposit and also because it helps to do things electronic.
   
2. Change your number or block the numbers. Better to change the number, less stress.
   
3. Get a steering wheel lock for a little bit extra security. https://www.amazon.com/Club-1000-Original-Steering-Wheel/dp/B0000CBILL
   
4. Credit cards, stop paying them too. Your credit may tank, but this is emergency actions.
   
5. Literally just budget for what is first, rent, utilities, the necessities, cut off the rest, like bankruptcy but on your own and you can negotiate a payoff later. At least try to before they may sue you. I said may, because sometimes if the amount is too little they don't bother.
   
6. IF you can, see if there's any way that you can get a storage unit, sell off anything extra you don't need, box everything up like you're going to move, then either see if you can "bunk" with relatives for a few months and see how much you can save to jump start your situation again. Can you sleep in your car and get a gym membership?
   
7. Not to keep you in the cycle, but for me, two companies (I've posted many times elsewhere and on other's posts many times, because I swear by them) helped me start to dig my way out. Lendup.com which is like a payday loan but you can borrow the $250 for 30 days instead of 15 days. Still $294-295 payoff but the longer time has helped me, also, if you do it like a week after payday, then you have time to pay it off instead of it just being pulled out of your account automatically right on payday, which for me caused problems because I didn't have direct deposit, and even if you get delayed for any reason, that is a problem. If you continue to need them, eventually they let you borrow larger amounts, and up to $1k, which you can pay back about $100 a month for 12 months. So it only costs $200 for that loan. And they let you simultaneously borrow the $250 still as a separate loan. Affirm.com is the second one that has helped me pay some things like my cell phone, storage, paid for a car repair, some things you may not be able to pay because if they charge the $1 test charge, then you can't use it, because it makes a virtual credit card for one time use. So a $700 car repair, I'm paying $70 a month for 12 months, so the loan cost me $140. You can choose 3, 6 or 12 months. IF you use these companies, definitely best to have a spreadsheet so you can have a visual of the amounts and where you're going to use them, and how you budget and basically juggle pay back, or renewal.
   
8. Try to go out more, for walks, enjoy nature, do things together that make you happy. It's going to be rough but you have each other. Good luck.

Get the club instead. Possibly the cheapest option out side of a homemade kill switch.


The Club 1000 Original Club Steering Wheel Lock, Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000CBILL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_tnxZDb9DGW30H