'67 steering wheel repair?

[Barbara S.]

I've got this beautiful and original '67 steering wheel that I want to keep with my restoration, EXCEPT there is a 1/8" crack/separation in the wood simulated wheel at 12:00 o'clock. It looks like a toothy grin with a front tooth missing. Any suggestions on what I can use to fill the crack?

Thanks.
Tony

[Scott Marzahl]

Re: '67 steering wheel repair?

Tony,
I used a semi clear epoxy for plastic and color matched it to the wood grain using fiberglass resin tint, some redish brown and a drop of black. You can airbrush or brush the grain on to match or leave it. I wet sanded and clear coated it to finish.

[Greg L.]

Re: '67 steering wheel repair?

http://www.secondchancegarage.com/public/475.cfm

I just came across this while surfing for aluminum restoration...maybe it will be of some use to you.

[Barbara S.]

Re: '67 steering wheel repair?

Thanks guys. I'll check it out.
Tony

[Barbara S.]

Re: '67 steering wheel repair?

Scott. Any suggestion where I can find the color tints?
Tony

[Scott Marzahl]

Re: '67 steering wheel repair?

Color tints are available at most marine supply stores and plastics supply stores like TAP plastics.