steering wheel peeling :(

ddanj · 07-16-2012, 07:21 PM

Any suggestions on repair? anyone have experienced this? If the plastic was at least black, it'd be OK, but it's white

stands out like hell haha

Thanks!

ddanj · 07-16-2012, 07:58 PM

Well. I only searched this forum, and didn't come with any results. After a more extensive search, there seems to be a ton of info in the DIY and Cosmetic/lighting forums

here are some links incase other people just search this forum.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=516463
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=476105
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=243169
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=575763

GoRomeo · 07-16-2012, 08:05 PM

Interesting point. I had mine replaced under warranty 5 years ago. I had the same issue, the SA was kind enough to replace it along with the inside door handles which were also peeling off for free. After 3 years or so now the new one is also starting to peel off (steering wheel) but its black and not white like yours so its much better since is not as noticeable. Hope you are under warranty as ask to replace it? Good luck!

ddanj · 07-16-2012, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by GoRomeo

Interesting point. I had mine replaced under warranty 5 years ago. I had the same issue, the SA was kind enough to replace it along with the inside door handles which were also peeling off for free. After 3 years or so now the new one is also starting to peel off (steering wheel) but its black and not white like yours so its much better since is not as noticeable. Hope you are under warranty as ask to replace it? Good luck!

I guess it's a fairly common issue

. Just updated my 'garage'

nice car man! yea warranty long expired. I'm thinking maybe I'll just get an oem replacement for $60 - the alcantara one looks promising http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E90-330...eels/ES205576/

USAF Rick · 07-17-2012, 01:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ddanj

I guess it's a fairly common issue

. Just updated my 'garage'

nice car man! yea warranty long expired. I'm thinking maybe I'll just get an oem replacement for $60 - the alcantara one looks promising http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E90-330...eels/ES205576/

Tell me how the change goes! Mine is peeling as well, I have an 08 E92, but the change can't be that much different.

ddanj · 07-17-2012, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by USAF Rick

Tell me how the change goes! Mine is peeling as well, I have an 08 E92, but the change can't be that much different.

Yup sure will

ordered it last night from Tischer, also ordered a set of torx bits and a dash-tool kit.

SoIntoYou · 07-18-2012, 01:07 PM

I wrap mine in carbon fibre 3m

cykes · 07-18-2012, 04:11 PM

**********s also has a replacement but $$$

ddanj · 08-05-2012, 04:51 PM

All fixed

the picture is not very good because of the flash, the alcantara is not grey. Was a bit tricky to remove the cover. Wish the whole steering wheel was alcantara.

Sean@PYSpeed.com · 08-05-2012, 04:52 PM

Had that for my previous car as well!

jSATA · 08-11-2012, 05:46 PM

Had same issue on my previous 330i (e46). I removed the trim, sanded it down, adhesion promoter (USE LIGHTLY), then 4-5 coats of Duplicolor matte black. Even my wife was surprised at how good it looked. Total cost was about $6, as already had adhesion promoter in stock.

jabnut · 08-14-2012, 03:01 PM

The dealership replaced mine so I guess its a warranty item.

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jSATA New Member 0 Rep 11 Posts Drives: 2006 325i TiAG Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	Had same issue on my previous 330i (e46). I removed the trim, sanded it down, adhesion promoter (USE LIGHTLY), then 4-5 coats of Duplicolor matte black. Even my wife was surprised at how good it looked. Total cost was about $6, as already had adhesion promoter in stock.
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