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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 03:05 PM
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Default Re: My New Custom Wheel with Paddle shift

Originally Posted by pjpsrt
a little gumption, some fortitude
and read, read, read the instructions through, carefully as you go.
the steering wheel hub bolt is easy to remove, and no puller is used to remove the wheel.
did i say read? then heed the info
its like anything else, once you plunge your knife, exacto, dremel into it, you are committed, then do it.
its not a 2 hour job, give yourself plenty of time. and since its laid out in two stages, it wont keep your car down all that long.
i've had the kit on my car since the initial release and its the most natural addition you could want. its the same looks like what was on my sl500.
the auto stick sucks. the paddles rock! (pun intended)
its extremely natural and its great to just grab a gear and go!, the correct gear , its a blast to shift at the apex if you want and keep your hands up on the wheel.
try it, its greeeeeeat! if any of you houston area folks need a hand, or pointers, let me know. i'll be glad to help you out.
chris has developed and implemented a fine product, if you are an active driver just get it, you wont be sorry. you will love it. other folks notice it and it adds to the whole effect of a classy little car. so unlike many mods, if you dont use it, at the very least, it still looks good. no, make that excellent.

Thanks for sharing, Phil

The only thing I'd add to, "read, read, read the instructions through, carefully as you go" is to read the whole thing before you start as some subsequent steps (and their descriptions) add clarity to previous steps.

also, by all means, keep a list of sticky or unclear parts of the install/instructions as I am always looking to improve the instuctions.

Thanks for your kind words Phil and your genorous offer to assist locals. You did a great job installing and are a great source of "pointers"

Chris
 
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