I just installed this cover this morning on my 2007 Tundra and it took me about 4 hours. I don't do things like this often; I work in spreadsheets and numbers most days. Still, it actually turned out great. The final product looks and feels amazing; about everything I ever wanted in a new steering wheel cover. They provide a link to a Youtube instructional video that makes installation look incredibly easy. I watched it enough times the music is still stuck in my head. Just to be clear about what you're buying: this is a very nice piece of leather that you must sew onto your steering wheel. They provide all the tools you'll need, along with plenty of extra double-sided tape and thread. Here's a few tips I have for anyone trying this for the first time like I was:
1) give yourself plenty of time to do this properly. I got started in the cool hours of the morning and was surprised it took me until lunch.
2) apply the double-sided tape to the cover while it is off the wheel. in other words, don't apply tape while attempting to position the cover in place. The video shows it this way, but their instructional card shows it done while the cover is not on the wheel yet - I prefer this way.
3) be sure you have the cover placed on the wheel correctly. it is easy to put it on backward (at least for the Tundra model)
4) make sure to give yourself plenty of thread when sewing each section. The video says "three times the length" but this is not enough. Thankfully, I kept erroring on the side of too much thread. They give you plenty of thread; don't be stingy. It will be cumbersome but its much better than not having enough to finish a section.
5) don't be afraid to make each stitch rather tight, but be careful to thread the needle well and pull slowly and firmly. I busted a couple stitches unfortunately but the finished product still looks great.
Overall, this is a great product so far and I'm very happy I took a chance with installing this rather than buying a cheap cover from an auto shop or a department store locally.
| Manufacturer | Loncky |
|---|---|
| Brand | JI |
| Package Dimensions | 6 x 5 x 5 inches |
| Item model number | lfy-0056 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Loncky049 |
