S18 RSG 429 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 Some of you may have seen I was on the lookout for a spare GT86 wheel when mine goes off for trimming. Just thought I'd post some information here in case others are interested in having similar work done. I've been in contact with a guy called Jack, at Royal Steering Wheels (www.royalsteeringwheels.com), he has sent me an example of a GT86 wheel he has done in the past (below). I've heard nothing but great things about his work, and the options available are great, as can be seen via his website. I will be going for a similar design to above, but slightly different. The specs are: Toyota GT86 Manual - Thicker (2mm), Black alcantara on sides, Black alcantara Top, Red smooth leather bottom + Red Centre stripe at 12 o'clock, Red stitching I am taking up their offer of an exchange system, in which they trim a standard GT86 wheel to your spec, send it to you around a week after receiving the order, then you send your original wheel back within 14 days. The cost for this service differs everytime, but based on a few quotes I received, the general cost will be £110-140, plus £9.99 shipping, plus £100 deposit if using the exchange option (which will be refunded upon them receiving your original wheel). Considering the prices of some of the aftermarket options, this seems like a great solution for those looking to add a custom touch to their interior without breaking the bank too much. Just thought it might be handy for a few people on here 1 Keethos reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Church 209 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 Hmm, looks interesting. Not so much for leather/alcantara trimming that i'm not too much interested in (being rather fine with stock wheel material both touch and looks wise, and even more so - ease of care, and less affected by wear long-term), but that he also did red center line bit. May help gauging wheels position after heavy steering when sliding .. Even more so nice bit that he offers is exchange system. Might be reasonably priced good option for many. Please report later on, how this wheel after retrimming is to actually drive/use/touch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smudge 1020 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 Not a fan of leather and alcantara together, but the quality looks good Got my NRG deep dish wheel being changed from leather to alcantara with purple stitching as we speak Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 It's probably too late now, but I would go for a 350mm wheel over the stock 360mm. It's far preferable and the slightly smaller size aids agility I feel. 1 KevinA reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tareim 343 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 13 minutes ago, Lauren said: It's probably too late now, but I would go for a 350mm wheel over the stock 360mm. It's far preferable and the slightly smaller size aids agility I feel. is 1cm really that noticeable? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 Just now, Tareim said: is 1cm really that noticeable? Yes, abolutely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KevinA 695 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 Women can be very accurate about size 3 Andy Mac, Lauren and Mike reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S18 RSG 429 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 1 hour ago, smudge said: Not a fan of leather and alcantara together, but the quality looks good Got my NRG deep dish wheel being changed from leather to alcantara with purple stitching as we speak I don't like leather and alcantara together when they're the same colour, looks weird, but all black will be alcantara and all red will leather, so it won't look that bad imo. I wanted an dished wheel initially, a Nardi or similar, but don't see the point in losing the airbag on a street car. Seems silly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S18 RSG 429 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 1 hour ago, Lauren said: It's probably too late now, but I would go for a 350mm wheel over the stock 360mm. It's far preferable and the slightly smaller size aids agility I feel. There's no aftermarket wheel that I actually like. There are plenty of nice designs, but no way am I spending £300+ on an aftermarket wheel, just to get something slightly smaller. Plus, if you want the feeling of a smaller wheel for less money, just turn the wheel faster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 Having used a 350mm wheel for two years now, whenever I drive a car with a stock wheel I really notice it. I've been pretty happy with this one. £225. To me having the slightly smaller, chunkier wheel made more difference than I though it might. http://www.fensport.co.uk/Parts/Model_108/Category_9/4820 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
long-gone 152 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 I like the chunkier wheel, and the shape looks good too. The red though, couldn't live with that every day. I suppose guy above could recolour/cover it but it starts getting pricey then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smudge 1020 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 I'm wanting to get a smaller wheel for track use. Just having a slightly smaller diameter seems to make a world of difference Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted March 10, 2016 I wasn't overly keen on the red either, but in reality, I care little about such things. Function over form really. It sort of matches my red wheels and all that. But I far prefer it over the stock bigger wheel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nicebiscuit 655 Report post Posted March 11, 2016 I just like wheels to be round, without various lumps or bumps or the daft flat bottom thing. Happy enough with the wheel in the 86 although thanks for the link - could do with a leather retrim on my other car... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trashy 8 Report post Posted March 11, 2016 Jack did a nice job on the wheel on my Mx5 mk3. I would definitely go for the exchange option though as he is very busy and lead times can be a bit variable... 1 Nicebiscuit reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Church 209 Report post Posted March 11, 2016 Eek. How i sometimes wish for audio controls on wheel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannGT 5 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 love the alcantara wheel but I wonder how the alcantara will look after a few months of sweaty hands holding onto it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rob275 1817 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 6 minutes ago, dannGT said: love the alcantara wheel but I wonder how the alcantara will look after a few months of sweaty hands holding onto it Probably no worse than my leather wheel looks. It's got one half of it shiney where i've had my greasy mitts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S18 RSG 429 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 17 minutes ago, dannGT said: love the alcantara wheel but I wonder how the alcantara will look after a few months of sweaty hands holding onto it Looking at reviews of long term clients of Jack, the Alcantara tends to hold up pretty well for around 3 years of hard track use. I don't think it'll wear any noticeable amount over 4 or 5 years of daily use and the occasional track day. I should have my wheel in a week or so, so I'll have a good idea of the quality then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rich 378 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 Just wear gloves every time you drive, problem solved. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foulsmell 120 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 I can recommend this for treating all the leather in the car. It also gets rid of the shine if you work it in. http://www.polishedbliss.co.uk/acatalog/dr-leather-liquid-cleaner.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannGT 5 Report post Posted April 10, 2016 On 24 March 2016 at 9:13 PM, S18 RSG said: Looking at reviews of long term clients of Jack, the Alcantara tends to hold up pretty well for around 3 years of hard track use. I don't think it'll wear any noticeable amount over 4 or 5 years of daily use and the occasional track day. I should have my wheel in a week or so, so I'll have a good idea of the quality then. has your wheel arrived yet? Be interested to get your thoughts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S18 RSG 429 Report post Posted April 11, 2016 On 10 April 2016 at 8:32 PM, dannGT said: has your wheel arrived yet? Be interested to get your thoughts. I actually ordered it late, but I've got my tracking number for it now, so it should be with me in the next few days. I'll post up some pictures and a quick review of the wheel when it turns up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S18 RSG 429 Report post Posted April 21, 2016 Finally got my wheel back a few days ago, just completely forgot to update this thread. I took on board some of the advice in this thread, and decided against alcantara/leather combo, and decided against putting too much red on the wheel. As much as this new design isn't too far away from stock, the change of material is wonderful, I like the little red stripe at the top, and the extra few mm of thickness do wonders too. Some pics: You can probably tell from the pictures, but the stitching is flawless. The material feels really good quality, and I love the design too. The only real downside of this service is turn around time. It was around 2 and a half weeks from ordering to receiving the wheel. It's not so bad if you use the exchange option, but having to wait that amount of time for your only wheel to be returned could be slightly awkward. Overall though, it's a great service at a great price. Would highly recommend. I'll be fitting the wheel on Saturday, in preparation for Japfest, so I'll see you all there on Sunday. 3 Lauren, Keethos and Nicebiscuit reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adamj29 133 Report post Posted April 21, 2016 Looks great mate, can't beat a bit of Alcantara. 1 S18 RSG reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
