I just got back from a 1500 mile trip in my '82 Westy. We had a lot of wind
on this trip including almost a full day with 20-30 mph side winds. I was
VERY glad I had that BIG steering wheel (with no power steering). I wonder
how the smaller wheel would've been?

Ken

>We haven't actually USED one, but I know it fits, and plan to swap it out
>in the near future. I don't know the actual dimensions, but our
>NON-power-steering 1982 Westy has a steering wheel that is approximately
>48" across.
>
>The Jetta steering wheel is the more common 16", and plenty torquey to turn
>our van (IMHO). I like the feel, soft rubber, and lightly ribbed for
>driving-pleasure. :) Leave that alone...
>
>G. Matthew Bulley
>Bulley-Hewlett & Associates
>www.bulley-hewlett.com
>Cary, NC USA
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