Dino steering wheels, Do they suck? Update: no, no they don't... |
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Dino steering wheels, Do they suck? Update: no, no they don't... |
Lavanaut |
Aug 27 2008, 02:42 PM
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Hungry Mind : Thirsty Gullet Group: Members Posts: 916 Joined: 20-June 06 From: Bend, OR Member No.: 6,265 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I can't find any info on them. Can't find a website for the manufacturer either. I notice they tend to be much cheaper than, say, Momo wheels. Price isn't always an indicator of quality, though they do tend to be related...
What's the deal? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) |
dr914@autoatlanta.com |
Aug 27 2008, 03:15 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 7,890 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None |
I can't find any info on them. Can't find a website for the manufacturer either. I notice they tend to be much cheaper than, say, Momo wheels. Price isn't always an indicator of quality, though they do tend to be related... What's the deal? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) dino is hesitant about selling their wheels for some reason. One "girl" in Florida (according to our "Lady" Carrie) takes the orders and seems to only deal with old established accounts. Strange. We have them in stock though |
Lavanaut |
Aug 27 2008, 03:25 PM
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Hungry Mind : Thirsty Gullet Group: Members Posts: 916 Joined: 20-June 06 From: Bend, OR Member No.: 6,265 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Interesting. Well, since you've handled them (I'm guessing), what's your take on their quality: construction, finish, meterials...?
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PeeGreen 914 |
Aug 27 2008, 05:16 PM
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Just when you think you're done...wait, there is more..lol Group: Members Posts: 10,219 Joined: 21-September 06 From: Seattle, WA... actually Everett Member No.: 6,884 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I have a Dino and a few Momos. I think they are very similar really. My wheel has held up very well and I really do not know why they are so much less.
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Zundfolge |
Aug 27 2008, 05:22 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 847 Joined: 12-August 07 From: Colorado Springs Member No.: 7,994 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
I have one that I'm not using ... I prefer the stock wheel.
Its not a bad wheel, at least as good of quality as a Grant. |
mack914-6 |
Aug 27 2008, 05:29 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 66 Joined: 29-November 07 From: Toledo, ohio Member No.: 8,388 |
I have a 3 spoke Dino and I love it. It looks good, it's covered in leather and has a high level of quality in its construction. I bought it used on ebay and did so because of its looks and got a good deal on it in terms of cost.
Mack (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
hot_shoe914 |
Aug 28 2008, 07:18 AM
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on ramp passer Group: Members Posts: 3,802 Joined: 20-November 07 From: Earle, Ar. Member No.: 8,354 Region Association: None |
I'm running a Dino on my limited and I think it is a great wheel. Fits the hand nicely and looks good too. Well crafted.
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VaccaRabite |
Aug 28 2008, 07:22 AM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,465 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I've got an older one, and I think its a great wheel.
Zach |
Lavanaut |
Aug 28 2008, 11:56 AM
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Hungry Mind : Thirsty Gullet Group: Members Posts: 916 Joined: 20-June 06 From: Bend, OR Member No.: 6,265 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
All very interesting, sounds like they're pretty nice wheels after all. Thanks for the input fellas.
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GaroldShaffer |
Aug 28 2008, 12:08 PM
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You bought another 914? Group: Benefactors Posts: 7,623 Joined: 27-June 03 From: Portage, IN Member No.: 865 Region Association: None |
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VaccaRabite |
Aug 28 2008, 01:52 PM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,465 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
The older Dinos use a 5 bolt pattern. Newer ones use a 6 bolt pattern (like Garolds).
I bought mine as it already had the adapter, horn ring, and Porsche horn button attached. Zach |
szuccaro |
Aug 28 2008, 02:56 PM
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ZUKE Group: Members Posts: 200 Joined: 27-June 03 From: Cameron Park, CA Member No.: 862 Region Association: Northern California |
Bought mine new, years ago. I like it over the Momo wheel. Steve
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HarveyH |
Aug 28 2008, 07:37 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 450 Joined: 19-June 03 From: Downingtown, PA Member No.: 843 |
On the car when I bought it. A litttle hard on the hands after a long drive, maybe I should try stringback driving gloves...
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VaccaRabite |
Aug 28 2008, 08:53 PM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,465 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Does anyone know when Dino went from 5 bolt to 6 bolt?
Mine is 5 bolt, and I'd love to know how old it is. Zach |
wertygrog |
Aug 28 2008, 11:07 PM
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wertygrog Group: Members Posts: 428 Joined: 12-November 05 From: Long Beach, CA Member No.: 5,114 Region Association: Southern California |
Another vote for the Dino! It's great, but since it is smaller than stock it will block your directional indicators and most of your speedo...
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Lavanaut |
Jan 20 2009, 03:25 PM
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Hungry Mind : Thirsty Gullet Group: Members Posts: 916 Joined: 20-June 06 From: Bend, OR Member No.: 6,265 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Finally got mine in, the project got interrupted as I tried to resolve the steering slop I had going on. Got that fixed, got the wheel installed, and am very happy with the result. I like this wheel so much more than the Prototipo I had in my /4, there are finger "indentations" around the entire back surface and I feel much more confident w/ my grip than I did with the Proto.
I hate the horn button though, anyone know where to get a P-logo one for a Dino wheel? The ones you find everywhere for Momo wheels don't fit (ask me how I know (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)). Need to clean the wheel up a bit, but here's a pic: |
PeeGreen 914 |
Jan 20 2009, 04:09 PM
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Just when you think you're done...wait, there is more..lol Group: Members Posts: 10,219 Joined: 21-September 06 From: Seattle, WA... actually Everett Member No.: 6,884 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Nice. That's close to the one I have on my car. I like the feel of it.
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72914S |
Jan 20 2009, 05:50 PM
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love this shot Group: Members Posts: 1,290 Joined: 10-July 03 From: Pensacola,Fl. Member No.: 900 Region Association: South East States |
I like the size of mine too. I`m sure that a momo type(w/Porsche crest) horn button will fit. In fact I saw some on e-bay for (buy it now) $14.95 with silver or gold trim.
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jc914 |
Jan 20 2009, 06:10 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 289 Joined: 15-September 08 From: Miami, Florida Member No.: 9,548 Region Association: South East States |
I have had mine for 9 years and i must say it still looks and feels new
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Shade Tree |
Jan 20 2009, 06:11 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 260 Joined: 18-December 08 From: Springfield, Oregon Member No.: 9,860 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Hope this isn't seen as a thread hi-jack....sorry if it is.
Does a Formula France wheel suck? I know they aren't cheap to buy. If you like them, I'd really like to trade one for a stock wheel. |
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