Wheelskins

[DF5.4]

One of the first thing I did when I got my Expedition was to get a Wheelskins for the steering wheel. I had one on my F150 before that and liked the way it felt. A couple of weeks ago the lace broke and I took it off. I forgot how rough and uncomfortable the plastic of the steering wheel is. I called Wheelskins and they sent me a new lace and needle. I put it back on today.

 

[tonydiv]

That's something that I've been meaning to do for the last year or so, but I never get around to it. I think about it every time I get in the truck, but then somehow completely forget about it by the time I get out of the truck.

 

[DF5.4]

If you don't have the factory leather steering wheel cover it is worth it.

 

[mtondreo]

DFS5.4 - are these things really worth $55. I aske because I just threw a $10 Target cover on mine because my factory leather one is all beat up. I am not real happy with it - but I looked at one of those lace up ones that someone recommended on this site (much cheaper I think) - but my wife said I would never have the patience to put it on. Let me know how hard it was to lace up and I am assuming it fits pretty tight. Also not sure if I have to remove the factory wrap first, or just go over it. Your advise appreciated - Mike

 

[DF5.4]

I think they are worth it. It is soft and very comfortable. It is a tight fit. I know of other people who have put it over the factory leather. It does take some work to lace it on. It took me about 2 hours to get it on yesterday. I was being picky and had some podcasts to listen to while I worked on it. You definitely will need to wear gloves to pull the lace tight enough.You can get it cheaper at Amazon.

http://wheelskins.com/

 

[1997SCEBFEX]

Also put mine over the factory leather.
Recommend working the seams first if you already have a covering so it will "contour."
Concur on the gloves to get the nice pull, and ensure you tuck the tag end out of sight, or underneath.

 

[mtondreo]

Thanks guys - might have to try it out. the Target solution is shoddy looking and not real comfortable (but better than it was). Thanks, Mike.