Bob_r Posted September 1, 2002 Share Posted September 1, 2002 I'm new to Caterhams, so at the risk of appearing thick - or at least thicker than usual! can someone please tell me how the removable steering wheel hub fits to the existing steering column? I'd like to be sure that I can fit one to my car before making the investment. Bob Blatting around Bucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Grundy Posted September 1, 2002 Share Posted September 1, 2002 Bob I am almost sure that you can't. The Momo one that is supplied by Caterham comes as a kit which includes a new upper column that the boss fits too. Hopes this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Best Posted September 1, 2002 Share Posted September 1, 2002 Yes Bob's right you need a new top column and boss, they're easy to fix just undo the joining clamp engine side of the bulk head remove old column insert new. You may need to adjust the rack and uj at the bottom end to get the Steering wheel straight though. Parts about £150 from Caterham, James Whiting or Demon Tweeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_r Posted September 1, 2002 Author Share Posted September 1, 2002 cheers guys, that's one less puzzle. sounds like even more money heading Caterhams way ❗ Bob Blatting around Bucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Thompson Posted September 1, 2002 Share Posted September 1, 2002 Not a good idea, IMHO. Mine wobbles about and never gets removed apart from when somebody will nick it eventually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gareth Lewis Posted September 1, 2002 Share Posted September 1, 2002 I have a SPA quick release - never wobbles. James Whiting can supply all the bits. Gareth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Thompson Posted September 1, 2002 Share Posted September 1, 2002 I heard this from someone else too - my "wobbly" one is a "lifeline" one or something, whatever is current OE spec. The SPA one must be better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leadership Team SLR No.77 Posted September 2, 2002 Leadership Team Share Posted September 2, 2002 Current removable wheel is Racetech I think - no wobbles. Rob, bear in mind that you will loose the steering lock - the column side of the lock is not fitted on the removable wheel columns. It is possible to transfer the part needed from your old column - angle grinder needed etc. - I've done this to retain steering lock ability. Stu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe 90 Posted September 2, 2002 Share Posted September 2, 2002 Bob, I got all my bits (upper column and boss) off James Whiting, and I'm very pleased with it. The "wobble" issue may be personal, but I don't think the Q/R bit on mine is a problem. I don't have a problem with the lack of steering lock, because I take the wheel off as an anti-theft measure. If you're in the area, do you want to pop round and have a look at mine? Oliver 98,000 miles so far Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Thompson Posted September 2, 2002 Share Posted September 2, 2002 Raceline one is the "lifeline" one I have - heard differing stories but both mine and another guy I know have "wobblies" - mine rocks left and right by about 1mm or so. Not a lot but then why accept any play? Why do you need one anyway? People say it helps getting in and out? Seems odd, but if that's what turns you on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_r Posted September 2, 2002 Author Share Posted September 2, 2002 thanks for all the comment guys, I might take you up on your offer Oliver - but I don't get over that way to often, I'll let you know. Looks like I might benefit from getting along to the monthly meeting, unfortunately I know I can't make it during september. thanks again. Bob Blatting around Bucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Best Posted September 2, 2002 Share Posted September 2, 2002 Mines a James Whiting Race Tech no problems with wobble but I do take Julians point I have a small chain and lock to lock the wheel in the boot (chain round the Roll Bar) when I leave the car rather than carry it around with me. One guy unfortunatly had his wheel nicked at LeMans this year ❗, its a long way back with a pair of mole grips (actually I thinl red line flew a wheel out to him). Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Thompson Posted September 2, 2002 Share Posted September 2, 2002 😬 its a long way back with a pair of mole grips 😬 Bloody funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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