benztolex

Has any of you guys expereinced your wood fading on the top your steering wheel. If so, what have you done to correct it. I hae an 06 and I'm sure the sun has ruined it. I've searched the threads and I can't seem to find a solution.

Regards,

SoCal_450h

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I'd like to know too....

j0emama

Same problem here, if you find a cheap solution aside from replacing steering wheel let me know.

ibidu1

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There you go cheap solution

http://www.ebay.com/itm/09-LEXUS-GS350-STEERING-WHEEL-/390550043077?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5aee98b9c5&vxp=mtr
Btw I always put paint sealant on my wood grain to help keep it clean and help against scratches.

happyvirus

bump for exposure. Any restoration method? Does sanding refinishing work?

Lexman450h

I friend of mine sanded the steering wheel, varnished it, then brushed a layer of resin

skur

I think the cheapest and easiest way is to find a replacement on car-part.com. In my area they're only $40-$100.

ibidu1

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I always thought of doing this, but the resin has to be solid. Some sort of 2k resin/clear that will adhere to the stain.

LeX2K

Why would anyone put "resin" on top of varnish? That doesn't make sense. The factory wheel is stained, then a layer of polyurethane mixed with stain is applied then a final layer of polyurethane. There are likely multiple steps of each.

Spudo769

I have the same issue with my gear shifter.