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DISCUSSION => Engine + Driveline => Topic started by: badboypolar on April 18, 2007, 03:53:35 PM

Title: 318is Steering Wheel Hub Adapter
Post by: badboypolar on April 18, 2007, 03:53:35 PM

I'm unsure which adapter to purchase to install my Grant steering wheel. The 318is has an air bag and I don't think the normal E30, until 90, will work correctly. I'm specifically looking for a Grant unit but will buy a MOMO or other if I have to.

Title: 318is Steering Wheel Hub Adapter
Post by: jpod999 on April 18, 2007, 05:21:17 PM

To put on an Mtech 1/2 you just need to put in a spacer I have heard.  I don't know about aftermarket wheels though.

Title: 318is Steering Wheel Hub Adapter
Post by: e9nine on April 18, 2007, 07:39:38 PM

You don't need any specific hub adapter. You can either use a non-airbag contact ring with some washer(s) or retain your airbag contact ring contact ring with washers.
You need the contact ring to still have a function turn signal return function along with a functioning horn.

G.Luck

Title: 318is Steering Wheel Hub Adapter
Post by: badboypolar on April 18, 2007, 09:02:26 PM

Sorry guys, I forgot to mention I want to install an aftermarket steering wheel.

Title: 318is Steering Wheel Hub Adapter
Post by: Alpine003 on April 18, 2007, 09:30:43 PM

Grant = 5 bolts
Momo/Sparco = 6 bolts

Just get any hub from any '84-'91 3 series and you should be good.

Title: 318is Steering Wheel Hub Adapter
Post by: e9nine on April 18, 2007, 09:32:18 PM

FWIW My Momo wheel came with a hub and it has been plug and play replacement for both air-bag and non-airbag cars with all functions retained.