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Steering Wheel doesn't extend far enough. Mod? Upgrade?

Old 12-25-12, 11:22 AM
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Default Steering Wheel doesn't extend far enough. Mod? Upgrade?

I am 6'5" and really don't fit well in my 2007 IS250. I have to put my seat back the furthest it goes but this makes the steering wheel too far away to comfortably grab at its most extended position (even with my long arms). Toyota didn't really design this aspect of the car well.

So I'm wondering if there's a modification to extend it even further, or if I could purchase an OEM telescoping steering wheel which I understand to reach out a bit further? I appreciate any suggestions.
Old 12-25-12, 11:30 AM
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I don't think Toyota designed this small car with a giant in mind driving it LOL

You didn't notice that when you bought it?

To answer you question.... I've never seen anything like that offered.
Old 12-25-12, 11:32 AM
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You'll probably have to call Lexus and ask them if they offer such a thing. I'd like to see you try and drive a S2000. Hahaha.
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I'm 6'4" and I don't have any trouble with steering wheel. Maybe you are longer in the legs than I am.
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I would imagine the telescoping wheel option to be an incredibly expensive retrofit.
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Your only chance would be a company that makes car components for disabled drivers.
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Should've got a bigger car Have you tried sitting in the back seat? LOL
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Probably easier to just sell it and buy a car that fits you.
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Originally Posted by Toxicxk23
Should've got a bigger car Have you tried sitting in the back seat? LOL
Lmao, not nice.
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Ive never head of any type of mod to extend it futher. Did you test drive the car before buying it?
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shouldn't be driving like you sleeping with the seat all the way back,...
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