JCW steering wheel done - WOW
#1
10-12-2006, 01:03 PM
OK, I picked up my MINI last night from MoS, for the scheduled maintainence visit, a couple of minor adjustments, tech inspection for Sunday's Track Day...
...and the installation of the JCW Steering Wheel.
In short, I LOVE the wheel - it feels fantastic - even in all leather form (not alcantara/suede). Highly recommended, although people with really small hands may not like it quite as much, since it is thicker. It is more padded and "cushy", and gives additional grippy confidence! Try before you buy - anyone is welcome to a sit-down at DCMM events. It's not cheap (what JCW accessory is?), but I think it's well worth it.
As an aside to this, I did get (again) the 10% discount on the labor as a DCMM member, so I can confirm up-to-date that they do give the labor discount at MoS.
Also, my rear camera, camera interface, leather cup holder ring and gear gaitor ring arrived today. Just waiting on the dash itself, the downtubes, and the front cameras. Oh, and installation instructions for the camera stuff. Hehe. (MotoringFile does have the rear camera install, but I haven't seen a front camera install doc yet)
...and the installation of the JCW Steering Wheel.
In short, I LOVE the wheel - it feels fantastic - even in all leather form (not alcantara/suede). Highly recommended, although people with really small hands may not like it quite as much, since it is thicker. It is more padded and "cushy", and gives additional grippy confidence! Try before you buy - anyone is welcome to a sit-down at DCMM events. It's not cheap (what JCW accessory is?), but I think it's well worth it.
As an aside to this, I did get (again) the 10% discount on the labor as a DCMM member, so I can confirm up-to-date that they do give the labor discount at MoS.
Also, my rear camera, camera interface, leather cup holder ring and gear gaitor ring arrived today. Just waiting on the dash itself, the downtubes, and the front cameras. Oh, and installation instructions for the camera stuff. Hehe. (MotoringFile does have the rear camera install, but I haven't seen a front camera install doc yet)
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10-12-2006, 01:06 PM
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OK, I picked up my MINI last night from MoS, for the scheduled maintainence visit, a couple of minor adjustments, tech inspection for Sunday's Track Day...
...and the installation of the JCW Steering Wheel.
In short, I LOVE the wheel - it feels fantastic - even in all leather form (not alcantara/suede). Highly recommended, although people with really small hands may not like it quite as much, since it is thicker. It is more padded and "cushy", and gives additional grippy confidence! Try before you buy - anyone is welcome to a sit-down at DCMM events. It's not cheap (what JCW accessory is?), but I think it's well worth it.
As an aside to this, I did get (again) the 10% discount on the labor as a DCMM member, so I can confirm up-to-date that they do give the labor discount at MoS.
Also, my rear camera, camera interface, leather cup holder ring and gear gaitor ring arrived today. Just waiting on the dash itself, the downtubes, and the front cameras. Oh, and installation instructions for the camera stuff. Hehe. (MotoringFile does have the rear camera install, but I haven't seen a front camera install doc yet)
...and the installation of the JCW Steering Wheel.
In short, I LOVE the wheel - it feels fantastic - even in all leather form (not alcantara/suede). Highly recommended, although people with really small hands may not like it quite as much, since it is thicker. It is more padded and "cushy", and gives additional grippy confidence! Try before you buy - anyone is welcome to a sit-down at DCMM events. It's not cheap (what JCW accessory is?), but I think it's well worth it.
As an aside to this, I did get (again) the 10% discount on the labor as a DCMM member, so I can confirm up-to-date that they do give the labor discount at MoS.
Also, my rear camera, camera interface, leather cup holder ring and gear gaitor ring arrived today. Just waiting on the dash itself, the downtubes, and the front cameras. Oh, and installation instructions for the camera stuff. Hehe. (MotoringFile does have the rear camera install, but I haven't seen a front camera install doc yet)
#3
10-12-2006, 03:42 PM
LOL... a long time ago when I started getting "into my car" with my Mustang, my parents labelled it my "mistress". 
I guess I have two mistresses now... but the older one is feeling neglected as it just sits there. Such a shame! 
I guess I have two mistresses now... but the older one is feeling neglected as it just sits there. Such a shame!
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10-12-2006, 04:01 PM
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Then again, in the interest of science and the MINI community at large, maybe you should let me borrow it for a few months in my MINI just to make sure that I like it. Ya know, for the MINI community.
So, should I pick up the wheel this weekend? I'm sure it can't be too hard to swap!
-Paul!
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10-12-2006, 04:11 PM
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10-12-2006, 08:12 PM
OK, I picked up my MINI last night from MoS, for the scheduled maintainence visit, a couple of minor adjustments, tech inspection for Sunday's Track Day...
...and the installation of the JCW Steering Wheel.
In short, I LOVE the wheel - it feels fantastic - even in all leather form (not alcantara/suede). Highly recommended, although people with really small hands may not like it quite as much, since it is thicker. It is more padded and "cushy", and gives additional grippy confidence! Try before you buy - anyone is welcome to a sit-down at DCMM events. It's not cheap (what JCW accessory is?), but I think it's well worth it.
As an aside to this, I did get (again) the 10% discount on the labor as a DCMM member, so I can confirm up-to-date that they do give the labor discount at MoS.
Also, my rear camera, camera interface, leather cup holder ring and gear gaitor ring arrived today. Just waiting on the dash itself, the downtubes, and the front cameras. Oh, and installation instructions for the camera stuff. Hehe. (MotoringFile does have the rear camera install, but I haven't seen a front camera install doc yet)
...and the installation of the JCW Steering Wheel.
In short, I LOVE the wheel - it feels fantastic - even in all leather form (not alcantara/suede). Highly recommended, although people with really small hands may not like it quite as much, since it is thicker. It is more padded and "cushy", and gives additional grippy confidence! Try before you buy - anyone is welcome to a sit-down at DCMM events. It's not cheap (what JCW accessory is?), but I think it's well worth it.
As an aside to this, I did get (again) the 10% discount on the labor as a DCMM member, so I can confirm up-to-date that they do give the labor discount at MoS.
Also, my rear camera, camera interface, leather cup holder ring and gear gaitor ring arrived today. Just waiting on the dash itself, the downtubes, and the front cameras. Oh, and installation instructions for the camera stuff. Hehe. (MotoringFile does have the rear camera install, but I haven't seen a front camera install doc yet)
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10-12-2006, 10:52 PM
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I just ordered mine from newministuff in the UK. With a 5% MotoringFile discount, it came to $444 shipped from across the pond. Not a bad price, and it will be waiting for me when I get back.
My parents garage now has four boxes for the car and a new golf club (driver) waiting for me... ::rolleyes::
My parents garage now has four boxes for the car and a new golf club (driver) waiting for me... ::rolleyes::
#12
10-13-2006, 08:18 AM
The list of non-OEM mods:
- Invisishield clear-bra
- Ian Cull's Auto-Up Circuit
- Terk SIRIUS radio antenna (since the OEM one is not compatible with the factory Nav)
- Schroth R4 Harnesses
- Various decals & stickers on windows from different places
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10-13-2006, 08:37 AM
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As for small hands I would be willing to bet I have the smallest hands. I have yet to meet an adult with smaller hands. High five!
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10-13-2006, 09:08 AM
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Wow, you are a cheap date!!! Any car would be happy to date you.
I only use both hands when it is warranted
I only use both hands when it is warranted
#16
10-13-2006, 09:22 AM
Yeah, but cars are so expensive... they keep asking for gas, oil, tires... it never ends! Maybe I need to get the bicycle out. OUCH! ZING! Nice one... now go sit at the kiddie table - I hear they have the cutest little plastic knives and forks to protect those precious little hands! 
Oh, and you better make that high five a high ten while you're at it.
OUCH! ZING! Nice one... now go sit at the kiddie table - I hear they have the cutest little plastic knives and forks to protect those precious little hands! Oh, and you better make that high five a high ten while you're at it.
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10-13-2006, 09:47 AM
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