2500M: Speedwell Steering Wheel

[Renaldo]

Guys, I just bought this steering wheel for no better reason than I just like the look of it. Intended for my 74 2500M.

Only thing is, the centre is just a "cap", not a functioning horn button.

I'm told functioning horn pushes are available for these Speedwell steering wheels.

Are any of you familiar with the type of horn pushed that would suit this wheel? And who might have one?

Ron

[prideaux]

Not sure Renaldo
Your now a two wheel owner does your Wife know
A

[Renaldo]

Andrew, she doesn't know yet. I'm such a coward...

Ron

[Grantura MKI]

I would not say a word about the new wheel. If she discovers it, just say that you are looking for another TVR to fit the wheel on!
Cheers,
D.

[Renaldo]

Here's how I deal with shipments arriving at my house: I rush to get the package and run down to the basement with it, hiding it under my shirt.

Then, the package goes under the ping pong table. Fortunately, neither of us play table tennis.

Am I a man or mouse? (squeak, squeak)

Ron

[Grantura MKI]

Renaldo said:

Here's how I deal with shipments arriving at my house: I rush to get the package and run down to the basement with it, hiding it under my shirt.

Then, the package goes under the ping pong table. Fortunately, neither of us play table tennis.

Am I a man or mouse? (squeak, squeak)

Ron

Not sure, Ron. Please post a picture of the wife!
How did you get on with the bumpers?
Best,
D.

[Renaldo]

D, when it comes to car stuff, my wife thinks I'm loopy. Actually, she's very tolerant of my purchases. In return, I don't question her, when she wants a new cappucino maker or a custom-made rug. I doubt it comes out even though. (I get away with plenty)

Now, if we could get something approaching a Spring here, I'd get on with those bumpers. Still got a meter of snow. Ugh!

April can't arrive here soon enough.

Ron

[Renaldo]

Another thing occurred to me, a little late now I guess. That dish is pretty dramatic -- probably a couple of inches.

Hope I'll be able to fit behind it...

Ron

[prideaux]

We do need a picture of the two of you together we get these mental pictures and you really need to reassure us

We have a programme over here called Mrs Browns boys this is the mental picture I have at present so please reassure us



A

[Renaldo]

Andrew, the picture of the guy rubbing his chin, wearing the cap, looks exactly like me. Other than the fact that I'm about a foot taller, much younger, and more handsome.

And that's all I'm going to say...

Ron

[Grantura MKI]

Smart man, Ron!

[prideaux]

Renaldo said:

Andrew, the picture of the guy rubbing his chin, wearing the cap, looks exactly like me. Other than the fact that I'm about a foot taller, much younger, and more handsome.

And that's all I'm going to say...

Ron

You had better do a you tube search for the program its Mrs Browns Boys I hope your not
Good Call
A

[Renaldo]

Guys,interesting update: I spoke to a fellow in the UK, who specializes in classic Mini parts. He's very familiar with these steering wheels.

Apparently, Mountney bought out Formula/Speedwell, so he believes a Mountney horn push would likely work on this steering wheel and boss.

If he's right, this will be an easy solution.

Here's hoping...

Ron

[prideaux]

Renaldo said:

Guys,interesting update: I spoke to a fellow in the UK, who specializes in classic Mini parts. He's very familiar with these steering wheels.

Apparently, Mountney bought out Formula/Speedwell, so he believes a Mountney horn push would likely work on this steering wheel and boss.

If he's right, this will be an easy solution.

Here's hoping...

Ron

Just taken a Mountney 12inch steering knob not really big enough to call it a steering wheel i am sure there is room for a little one under the ping pong table even has a horn hush
A

[Renaldo]

Andrew, I'm a sucker for steering wheels just like that one. Even if they never get fitted to car. So, don't tempt me.

The Ping Pong table has only so much room underneath it.

Ron

[Renaldo]

Guys, solved the horn push issue -- bought a Formula sticker/badge from Classic Capsules and attached it to the centre of a Triumph TR4 horn push.

Here 'tis. Looks pretty good, I'm thinking...

Ron

[prideaux]

Renaldo said:

Guys, solved the horn push issue -- bought a Formula sticker/badge from Classic Capsules and attached it to the centre of a Triumph TR4 horn push.

Here 'tis. Looks pretty good, I'm thinking...

Ron

Your Right Ron it looks great can we call you Mr Horn now the snow has gone can we see a bit more of your beautiful car steering wheels are nice but we want more
A

[Renaldo]

Andrew, today, you'd think I was living in Bristol, rather than Winnipeg. Pelting down.

Complain, complain.

Well, here's a few interior shots, which you guys have probably already seen.

I hope to actually get on the road this week. Maybe I should move to Bristol?
Ron

[Mr Tiger]

I do like that dashboard! Wheel looks good too.

Chris

[Renaldo]

Thanks Chris. Still struggling a bit with the light colour of that steering wheel.

I may refinish it to something closer to the dash...

Ron