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Old 06-26-15, 12:14 PM
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Default Blisters on Steering wheel

I Have blisters in the clear coat of the steering wheel. Two have opened and the clear coat has started peeling off. Any solutions out there, please?
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Old 06-26-15, 05:14 PM
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Can you post some pictures?

Its likely UV damage (I see you're in GA), its going to require steering wheel replacement or refinishing.
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It's a pretty heavy coat of polyurethane, I suppose you could refinish it or have someone do it that's good with furniture refinishing. And I have seen LS460 steering wheels on ebay for reasonable prices, as well.
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If your still in warranty have dealer replace it , I sure did.
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I've seen some lace on leather covers available on Ebay. I think that an auto upholstery
shop could do a pro install for you.
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I am afraid that you are correct. Since the steering wheel list price is in excess of $3,000, Replacing it is probably not an option. Thanx anyway.
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I hadn't thought about a furniture refinisher. I know one that could do it.
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Unfortunately, it is no longer in warranty (104,000 miles)
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The steering wheel cover is an excellent idea.
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