<VV> Steering Wheel Trim Rings

[Bill Hubbell]

There are two different kinds of trim rings. 

The earlier wheels (and I don't know exactly when they switched, but I think
maybe in 1963?) have trim pieces that are not true rings, but actually "c"
shaped pieces (pot metal. I believe) that simply slide into the wheel, and
these can be pulled out and replaced without difficulty.  

The later wheels ('64 for sure) have an actual stainless steel "c" shaped
piece that are clamped onto the wheel - these need to be expanded (or opened
up) before removal.  To re-install, you need to clamp them back onto the
wheel, and this is tricky as you need a tool that will do this without
damaging the ring.

Perhaps when I get time I will take and post photos of both styles.

Bill Hubbell
President, Stock Corvair Group

-----Original Message-----
From: virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org
[mailto:virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org] On Behalf Of Ron
Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2008 1:35 AM
To: virtualvairs at corvair.org
Subject: <VV> Steering Wheel Trim Rings

Can anyone give any advice on removing and replacing the steering wheel trim
rings without damaging either the wheel or the rings?

Thanks,
RonH
(working on a '62 wagon)