How To Restore Your Car's Steering Wheel (Looks Brand New!)

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  • @TheKurtkapan34
    @TheKurtkapan34 7 років тому +4117

    Did you just bought a steering wheel cover to just show that you don't like steering wheel covers? damn man, that's commitment. i love you.

    • @Beer_Dad1975
      @Beer_Dad1975 7 років тому +304

      Business expense write-off.

    • @andresluzunaris1084
      @andresluzunaris1084 7 років тому +104

      Oğulcan ACAR
      He can return it anytime, but yeah, I'm agree with you, awesome job too.

    • @fanta12345
      @fanta12345 7 років тому +69

      Write-off doesn't mean it's free, especially when you (instead parent entity) are the one handling all the costs of business. All it means is that it's taxed less, and even that still depends depending on type of expense and specific industry.

    • @curtisimo032
      @curtisimo032 7 років тому +46

      He works for Advanced Auto so he probably just borrowed it and put it back on the rack after making the video.

    • @Beer_Dad1975
      @Beer_Dad1975 7 років тому +6

      But it takes a huge chunk off something which probably wasn't very expensive to start out with. Sounds like tax laws are more complex in the US, ours are pretty simple, here I'd get around 45% of the cost of a non-asset/amortized business expense off my tax bill - 30% of earnings and 15% off consumer taxes (GST) - plus there are some other bits and pieces like accident compensation that come off wages that would make it a little more than this.

  • @eric1985elcamino
    @eric1985elcamino 7 років тому +7217

    Just a safety warning, some vehicles have a capacitor for the airbag circuit that can hold voltage for up to 30 minutes after the battery is disconnected. Don't want anybody getting killed from an unintended airbag deployment 👍 Always follow manufacturer specified steps for removing your airbag

    • @briangamboa2310
      @briangamboa2310 7 років тому +346

      Eric Smith This needs more likes! Safety is priority.

    • @VeriGreippi1
      @VeriGreippi1 7 років тому +177

      Vontae Davis #ShutDownCB #Elite21 saefty ish number one proirity

    • @philipscott1128
      @philipscott1128 7 років тому +101

      Vontae Davis #ShutDownCB #Elite21 Crazy Russian Hacker! 😅

    • @briangamboa2310
      @briangamboa2310 7 років тому +6

      Philip Scott Yaasss Lmao

    • @Remrie
      @Remrie 7 років тому +140

      Shhhh.... Don't ruin the surprise...

  • @fishead2006
    @fishead2006 3 роки тому +172

    Hey Chris an easy way to reverse engineer that steering wheel cover is with the old one. Since yours came off in an easy manner if you add a little bit of steam to the old on and flatten it on you can actually just trace the old covers pattern onto the new material and it will have an even tighter fit to the wheel. Also for the seam when you stitch both ends together instead of knotching out in the rubber on the wheel if you press the seam open it will lay flush without having to remove any rubber. You can usually press a seam open with an iron. If the material you are working with should not be ironed directly use a low heat setting on an Iron and a piece of cotton cloth on top the press it open. This step does take a little more effort however the front stitching where the seam is will look really smooth and clean with the added work. If you ever tackle any more upholstery just remember to press open your seams after you sew them. This just helps all the seams to lay flat and flush, if you are doing a top stitch on anything you can also top stitch after you press the seam and this will help the material look super clean and flush. Enjoy :D

    • @eyegafas8596
      @eyegafas8596 Рік тому +6

      What a great tip, I hope we all learn from your advice.

    • @kevobando
      @kevobando Рік тому +1

      Mmmkkkkkkm

    • @flyarmin24z
      @flyarmin24z 7 місяців тому +1

      Can you please make a demonstration video?

  • @ericbickett4104
    @ericbickett4104 3 роки тому +116

    I"ve watched your videos for years. You've taught me how to charge my AC and get an old S10 working like a champ. Now, I've got a 03 Mustang GT and chiseling away at some projects and here you are! Thanks for this archive of awesome! I hope things are all going your way!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 роки тому +25

      That's what I like to hear! Thanks a lot!

  • @seicento2tone
    @seicento2tone 4 роки тому +1702

    After 2 years, he still replies. That’s why you are the best UA-camr, keep doing what you’re doing man!

    • @kentplayz783
      @kentplayz783 4 роки тому +1

      Yea

    • @ayshakhan3971
      @ayshakhan3971 4 роки тому +7

      LOL 3 years ago

    • @malaysiaempireball6220
      @malaysiaempireball6220 4 роки тому +1

      Because he has a notification.

    • @seicento2tone
      @seicento2tone 4 роки тому +5

      @@malaysiaempireball6220 you think?

    • @atarvhegde5210
      @atarvhegde5210 4 роки тому +3

      @@malaysiaempireball6220 Well if Chris has notifications on then he better had good luck seeing a lot of notifications

  • @TheJWElite
    @TheJWElite 5 років тому +1536

    I'm so mad that you also know how to sew and do what is essentially leatherwork in addition to being a fantastic mechanic.

    • @yeahnoway111
      @yeahnoway111 5 років тому +19

      thats so basic sewing anyone can do it

    • @diablotry5447
      @diablotry5447 5 років тому +125

      @@yeahnoway111 And thats where you're wrong. Many people don't know how to sew, even the basics

    • @whayoajredyt7658
      @whayoajredyt7658 5 років тому +14

      ass we all know ur wrong

    • @oldmanonyoutube
      @oldmanonyoutube 5 років тому +22

      Maybe he was a cosplayer and learned how to sew making Spider-Man/Deadpool costumes.

    • @befer
      @befer 5 років тому +11

      @@oldmanonyoutube nah, i bet he was cosplaying nekopara

  • @amaolud78
    @amaolud78 3 роки тому +400

    The outcome of just removing the old leather looks good enough for me.

    • @carljohnson4996
      @carljohnson4996 3 роки тому +5

      Same for me I bought a spare one that I might re-wrap later when I get tired of it

    • @faisal3398
      @faisal3398 3 роки тому +9

      You're giving it way too much credit calling it "leather" lol

    • @amaolud78
      @amaolud78 3 роки тому +1

      @@faisal3398 🤣

    • @amaolud78
      @amaolud78 3 роки тому +2

      @@faisal3398 I forgot the "p" pleather.

    • @AW66888
      @AW66888 3 роки тому +2

      So we didn't need to remove the steering wheel. Just cut it and clean it

  • @ryanfuller6721
    @ryanfuller6721 3 роки тому +182

    I swear this man has the knowledge of the entire human race. Chris Fix, you're amazing.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 роки тому +37

      Haha thanks Ryan. I def don’t know everything but I like to learn new stuff and try it!

    • @xenon3757
      @xenon3757 3 роки тому +13

      @@chrisfix 4 years and still sending replies! That’s true dedication!

    • @brunodesrosiers266
      @brunodesrosiers266 2 роки тому +1

      That’s what JOE 90 decided to do when he grows up!

    • @olliecarsRoblox
      @olliecarsRoblox 2 роки тому

      Wow he still replies

  • @lylachristopherson865
    @lylachristopherson865 6 років тому +519

    Your determination to do things properly and figure out an easy process is very impressive.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  6 років тому +22

      Thank you!

    • @annaszovek9413
      @annaszovek9413 6 років тому

      Lyla Christopherson .

    • @sanstheskeleton5152
      @sanstheskeleton5152 5 років тому

      🌟 determination / undertale reference

    • @bdrichardson403
      @bdrichardson403 5 років тому +5

      His lighting and camera work are excellent AND you can understand EVERY word he says.

  • @RandomGuy2287
    @RandomGuy2287 5 років тому +181

    No other car channel would talk about cutting along the bias like that. The attention to detail i keep finding binge watching your videos is amazing. Thanks so much for getting me hella into cars

  • @shaffer4220
    @shaffer4220 4 роки тому +21

    That’s pretty darn impressive Chris! I’m usually the one tackling those jobs that 90% won’t or find things get too difficult and time consuming - I tip my hat off to you on this one. Great job.

  • @z0mborg8
    @z0mborg8 3 роки тому +12

    Man, this is crazy thorough, I never would've thought of cutting a channel in the wheel for the seam to sit flat. Looks really professional. One tip if people have trouble cutting a straight line with scissors is you can use a rotary cutter and a cutting mat, makes it easy and fast to cut straight lines in fabric and stuff like that.

  • @jaredp3535
    @jaredp3535 7 років тому +895

    Anyone else wish Chris would post more often?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +140

      I do!

    • @cavaughnhaynes76
      @cavaughnhaynes76 7 років тому +40

      Jared P Good quality takes time though

    • @jaredp3535
      @jaredp3535 7 років тому +8

      死んだ 死んだ Idc what he does, I just like his videos

    • @ChaosFragrances
      @ChaosFragrances 7 років тому +10

      死んだ 死んだ the last thing he needs to do is become one of those stupid vlogging channels. Just too cluttery and annoying.

    • @TampaStPete
      @TampaStPete 7 років тому +59

      quality over quantity

  • @peteseta
    @peteseta 7 років тому +264

    I don't even have a car

  • @insaneapple7755
    @insaneapple7755 Рік тому +10

    The factthat chris gets RIGHT to the point in the start of the vid is what makes him so good

  • @sovietscrapmechanic5058
    @sovietscrapmechanic5058 4 роки тому +26

    Doing the stitching must have took a lot of dedication and patience, I’m amazed

  • @nabeelabbas5286
    @nabeelabbas5286 5 років тому +1853

    I don’t even own a car but this guy my makes me happy

  • @SupraWorks
    @SupraWorks 7 років тому +517

    Chris literally makes everything look easy and i love him for that! who else?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +99

      When you break it all down, it is all pretty easy! The hard part is learning what to do, which is where I come in :)

    • @zombieaficionado6268
      @zombieaficionado6268 7 років тому

      ChrisFix How exactly did you or do you learn everything you know? Do you google it then practice till it looks sexy???

    • @ewangibson1204
      @ewangibson1204 7 років тому +3

      Chris is the best UA-camr ever!! you help me a lot man!

    • @ThomasFarquhar2
      @ThomasFarquhar2 6 років тому

      Supra Works great! Yes I love him for that!

    • @bestleesinna7702
      @bestleesinna7702 6 років тому

      The magic of editing :D

  • @luisfmoreno
    @luisfmoreno 4 роки тому +23

    Wow this was so perfectly clear spaced timed and edited. Just perfect.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 роки тому +3

      I'm glad you like the video! Thanks a lot!

  • @K24B
    @K24B 2 роки тому +2

    I don't even planning to do anything to my dad's car cuz nothing major wrong with it but i still watch every video, even video like tutorial how to change the clutch i still watch it cuz i really like your explanation n ofc your camera angle.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  2 роки тому +1

      I'm glad you are still watching the videos!

  • @griffen98
    @griffen98 5 років тому +32

    You are incredible. I'm a mechanic retired 50 years at the business. There are not many people around that do this quality of work anymore. Usually only in restoration shops. It's sad everything moves so fast and is throw away. The old days when we would fix everything make parts is pretty much gone. Great job. Highest compliments

  • @pongespob
    @pongespob 6 років тому +1446

    To remove the airbag just pull the **BAM!!!**

  • @jacobsmith8033
    @jacobsmith8033 3 роки тому +35

    I make homemade leather wallets, but I was worried on restoring my steering wheel. This gave me confidence thank you!

  • @ChryslerHyper
    @ChryslerHyper 10 місяців тому +1

    I see that Chris is still replying to comments 6 years later on a video with 11M views, what a real one. ❤

  • @frits4ever
    @frits4ever 5 років тому +387

    Just seeing your hands moving with your voice is kind of magical to the learning process . You are very good and certainly a talented person .. Really like your videos . Thanks a lot.

  • @yourmom1481
    @yourmom1481 7 років тому +66

    I'm 13 and my dad brought home an old 1988 Chevy silverado for me to fix up. so far it has been great fun. your channel has helped a lot.

    • @bitcoochie4093
      @bitcoochie4093 7 років тому +1

      I did the same thing except with a 79 W116 Mercedes

    • @shutereye2634
      @shutereye2634 7 років тому +4

      Damn son, good luck, may she serve you well!

    • @SoggySoup
      @SoggySoup 7 років тому

      Kennith Kennithson I'm basically the same but able to drive and an 82 f150 that he is mainly helping me with.

    • @Tyl684
      @Tyl684 7 років тому +1

      I'm 13 and have bought 4 trucks with my own money. My parents don't help with anything. I have had a 94 f150, 91 f150, 99 Chevy Silverado, and a 97 f150

    • @bmortloff
      @bmortloff 5 років тому

      I'm 9 and have bought 6 lofts in SoHo with my own money. My parents died before I was born and I was raised in an orphanage.

  • @jponce2301
    @jponce2301 4 роки тому +11

    This guy is amazing! Makes me want to fix things😂
    I have to say, it looked easier to change a clutch than to re wrap that steering wheel.

  • @sunriseboy4837
    @sunriseboy4837 Місяць тому

    IMO, this dude is probably the best instructor on YT.
    Just a fully excellent demo of what I was looking for. Excellent.
    Thank you, Chris.

  • @MezaCortez5
    @MezaCortez5 7 років тому +202

    Never planning on doing this but satisfying to watch

    • @ThunderMS34
      @ThunderMS34 7 років тому +5

      MezaCortez5 right

    • @hydorah
      @hydorah 7 років тому +1

      My exact thoughts also! very impressed, but fuck that! I'd definitely have settled for the stripped wheel that Chris was tempted by!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +22

      Glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @psygn0sis
    @psygn0sis 7 років тому +244

    Now every time you're stuck in traffic, you'll be focused on and picking at the parts you wished you did better. lol.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +12

      haha I am actually completely happy with everything about the new cover so I dont have to worry about that!

    • @chicagocars
      @chicagocars 7 років тому +1

      ChrisFix you da man

    • @ou812tm8
      @ou812tm8 7 років тому +1

      ChrisFix
      L. Yeah ChrisFix

  • @johnnylopez5123
    @johnnylopez5123 3 роки тому +9

    Darnnn. This guy is a genius multifunctional. Greetings from Costa Rica.

  • @fredrikg934
    @fredrikg934 День тому

    Chris, you are so smooth and have energy plus you let us know problems can occur as a part of learning. You do not block yourself by having attitude it can't go wrong. You are an inspiration.

  • @ivanhernandez9101
    @ivanhernandez9101 7 років тому +59

    Is it weird that I'm 15 and don't even own a car but I still watch every single video of Chris

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +24

      +ivan hernandez not at all! By the time you start driving you will know more about your car than most people on the road.

    • @themaniac3811
      @themaniac3811 7 років тому +3

      Lol im just 13

    • @paulgutierrez7075
      @paulgutierrez7075 7 років тому

      Yo I've been watching this since I was 12.

    • @HepauDK
      @HepauDK 7 років тому

      Justin Kleeberger changing a wheel is one thing, changing a tire is a completely different matter. Don't even try to balance the wheel at home, should you succeed changing the tyre without damaging either the tyre or the rim. ;)

    • @TheAnushir
      @TheAnushir 7 років тому

      me too...im a car guy......and the efforts and details that chris puts into his video is just MARVELOUS!!!!! It forces us to watch even if we wont do it!!!! So Satisfying videos to be honest!!!!

  • @matthewlock5833
    @matthewlock5833 7 років тому +145

    Top Tip. If your steering wheel doesn't require a puller and can be done with a bit of brute force, screw the nut/bolt back in a few threads before pulling. This will stop you from punching yourself in the face with your steering wheel.

    • @centralillinoisdashcam4367
      @centralillinoisdashcam4367 7 років тому +11

      Nobody that I know wants a bloody nose. Good advice. :-)

    • @raybee8225
      @raybee8225 7 років тому +7

      Matthew Lock I learned my lesson lmao

    • @centralillinoisdashcam4367
      @centralillinoisdashcam4367 7 років тому +3

      I bet you said a few "colorful" words LOL

    • @raybee8225
      @raybee8225 7 років тому +5

      I don't think there's a word I didnt say lol.

    • @damannoa
      @damannoa 7 років тому +2

      LOL Matty lock. Good advice man.

  • @DaPlenThing
    @DaPlenThing 11 місяців тому +1

    This is probably the first Chris fix video I’ve ever watched

  • @MrGreenPandaz
    @MrGreenPandaz 3 роки тому +1

    Chris is the type of friend that always does things with ease and makes it come out so perfect every time that it makes whatever you tried to do look like shit..

  • @Burrito9292
    @Burrito9292 7 років тому +25

    Sorry you went through so much trouble just to upload this video. I hope you know we all appreciate the info you provide us with on every video you do. Thank you Chris for all that you do

  • @4thStepIsIshq
    @4thStepIsIshq 5 років тому +955

    You know you’re a fan when you don’t own a mustang nor does your steering even come close to being in need of replacement

    • @eimee503
      @eimee503 5 років тому +28

      Omg same. I dont even have a car but I love watching these videos

    • @senadmady1238
      @senadmady1238 5 років тому +6

      Ik i just like fixing my dads car, my moms and my sisters because I’m the youngest and i get a car next year

    • @juanespinoza435
      @juanespinoza435 5 років тому +1

      Or when you dont have a car

    • @senadmady1238
      @senadmady1238 5 років тому +1

      juan espinoza yeah that too

    • @juanespinoza435
      @juanespinoza435 5 років тому +1

      @@senadmady1238 same to me i change the oil, filters and all the maintenance on my mom and dad cars and i upgrade the speakers of bode cars becouse oem pioneer and bose speakers are not that good and instead i install some JL Audio c5 speakers and sounds very crispy.

  • @Lakelandcowboy69
    @Lakelandcowboy69 3 роки тому +1

    I found this so totally spell binding. Could not stop watching it. WOW amazing

  • @snnupp
    @snnupp 4 роки тому +3

    Im only 13 years old but i love your vids very much its very enjoyable

    • @snnupp
      @snnupp 4 роки тому +1

      Woah he actually hearted my comment :o

  • @theCaseyJfit
    @theCaseyJfit 7 років тому +42

    9:26 sir that is a binder clip

  • @OfficialMeep
    @OfficialMeep 7 років тому +144

    Dude this is just like defusing a bomb.

    • @victorvaldes754
      @victorvaldes754 7 років тому

      BOT Bob lol

    • @DannyGruesome
      @DannyGruesome 7 років тому +5

      BOT Bob lmao hes like its totally simple. just get some leather, have a steering wheel puller, unplug the air bag and make sure it doesnt explode in your face, be a mathmetcian and seamstress, have a couple of days to do this....

    • @yuyaarai1515
      @yuyaarai1515 7 років тому

      Jan Banan ChrisFix isn't Roadkill

  • @hatersgotohell627
    @hatersgotohell627 Місяць тому

    I find it funny that all these super successful UA-camrs are so multi talented. Like this kind of thing goes way past knowing how to mechanically fix a car or even doing bodywork, it's like a work of art to do what he did in the video. Doesn't look easy at all.

  • @jamesa6272
    @jamesa6272 8 місяців тому +1

    Chris your way looks like it comes out so much better than a wheelskins cover. The wheelskins covers feels so thick over the existing worn out cover

  • @shawnpa
    @shawnpa 7 років тому +439

    I'm happy just to learn how to straighten a steering wheel. Nice.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +50

      Usually you need to align the car's toe alignment.

    • @coreyisabigpushover
      @coreyisabigpushover 7 років тому +49

      If the steering wheel has never been removed before and it is crooked while driving straight, you have an alignment problem. Don't do this to straighten your steering wheel and instead, get your alignment checked.

    • @boilerhousegarage
      @boilerhousegarage 7 років тому +4

      Actually, it can be wonky from manufacturer. On pre-2009 Korean cars, it was surprisingly common..

    • @HunterShows
      @HunterShows 7 років тому +5

      It really depends on the car. I was hoping to do a little adjustment when I replaced my steering wheel, but the steel pegs coming out of the clockspring suggested otherwise.

    • @VincentEllisD
      @VincentEllisD 7 років тому +10

      if your steering wheel is off you should look at the tie rods/ tie rod ends and other suspension components, you may also want to see about having the vehicle aligned. i recommend shops like Firestone complete auto care that offer lifetime alignments. so that if you ever have the problem again you don't have to pay again. alignments can be expensive depending on the area and type of vehicle.

  • @oezzimix
    @oezzimix 7 років тому +312

    You know you're watching ChrisFix when sewing looks manly

    • @802Garage
      @802Garage 7 років тому +14

      All men should know how to sew. Used to be a necessity.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +20

      lol

    • @kenhutchens513
      @kenhutchens513 7 років тому +8

      I agree. My grandmother said the same thing when I was young and taught me how to hand stich and how to use a sewing machine. God rest her soul.

    • @mihai08
      @mihai08 7 років тому +3

      ChrisFix where do you find plastic cow skin for wrapping doughnut wheel in car?

    • @Veikra
      @Veikra 7 років тому +4

      Can you even walk with the size of your balls ? :p

  • @G_Money_
    @G_Money_ 4 роки тому +5

    This was on my recommendation and I would have to say, it was every minute worth watching. And I don't even own a shitstang nor needing a replacement on my steering wheel 👁👄👁

  • @leviathanbrothers1090
    @leviathanbrothers1090 4 роки тому +93

    "Hey guys ChrisStitch here!"

  • @kdmtrap7268
    @kdmtrap7268 7 років тому +6

    I just wanna say thank you, honestly as a teen I was scared about anything with Cars, but last week you helped me replace a water pump, a CV axle and strip down my first car! please keep making Vids and helping people.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому

      That is awesome! Nice work! I am glad the videos have been helpful! That is the goal!

  • @mini_disc
    @mini_disc 4 роки тому +735

    ChrisFix: Remove the battery connection so the airbag doesn’t have any power.
    Me: *Laughs in 1974*

    • @cakebop
      @cakebop 4 роки тому +26

      Jon The Otaku - AF5000
      Also Me: *Laughs in 1989*
      Nissan 240sx 🤟🏼

    • @mini_disc
      @mini_disc 4 роки тому +8

      ididitsolo Kinda unknown car: Bricklin SV-1 😁

    • @ThatWolfWithShades
      @ThatWolfWithShades 4 роки тому +2

      @@cakebop Laughs in 1987

    • @joshuamcpeek4708
      @joshuamcpeek4708 4 роки тому +4

      Old crazy man laughing on throne: YOU HAVE NO POWER HERE

    • @rafaelgsbr
      @rafaelgsbr 4 роки тому +20

      Me: Laughs in 2008 because Brazil doesn't give a crap for car safety

  • @kaymanfani7154
    @kaymanfani7154 4 роки тому +16

    What separates Chris from everyone else is his patience and attention to detail
    Just amazing

    • @johntalisay3137
      @johntalisay3137 3 роки тому +1

      No other car channel would talk about cutting along the bias like that. The attention to detail i keep finding binge watching your videos is amazing. Thanks so much for getting me hella into cars

    • @ILOVEMINORSSSS
      @ILOVEMINORSSSS 3 роки тому

      hm

  • @lukegorman7213
    @lukegorman7213 3 роки тому

    Don't worry Chris "it looks professional like I took it somewhere and got it done " bro honestly half the crooks out there doing steering wheel repair skip all those steps to hurry and get paid instead of going the extra mile to give it a longer life bro you are 100% the most professional person I've ever seen hope you respond to this hence 4yr old video still a hit cheers 🥂

  • @escalatorcancer1278
    @escalatorcancer1278 4 роки тому +40

    thank you for letting me know how to replace a whole transmission while i was high as a bat and freaking out your voice is calming

  • @danscott2896
    @danscott2896 7 років тому +97

    Chris fix by far has the best tips of any car guy Chanel 👍🏻

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +42

      Thanks a lot!

  • @brokernicksassi
    @brokernicksassi 2 роки тому +2

    This is way more complicated than you make it look. That is awesome work. And just the ability in the measuring bravo 👏🏻

  • @viggo1149
    @viggo1149 2 роки тому

    The one thing that I thought for sure wouldn't have a proper youtube tutorial - and of course it's Chris. Quality work.

  • @bdrichardson403
    @bdrichardson403 5 років тому +64

    I'll get a steering wheel from the junkyard then recover it. I LOVE this vid, great camera work, lighting and I can understand every word you say. You have SO many good ideas.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +6

      Awesome! I am glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @stijnpeeters9458
    @stijnpeeters9458 7 років тому +71

    Another 15 minutes that felt like 5 :0
    i wonder how you do this
    learned alot again like every other video tho

  • @Razorusskie
    @Razorusskie 2 роки тому

    I continue to be blown away by all your car care videos. Now I just need to find me a New Edge Mustang!

  • @jamescaron6465
    @jamescaron6465 2 роки тому +1

    You did a great job, I do have two suggestions. Using a pair of needlenose pliers to push/pull the needles through the material will save your fingers and if you take a hammer you can pound that bottom seam flat so you don't need to cut a divot into the bottom of the wheel.

  • @willfishing5605
    @willfishing5605 4 роки тому +507

    yeah, there's a zero percent chance I'm doing this

    • @andyroid5028
      @andyroid5028 4 роки тому +23

      Yep. I enjoy Chris' videos & he's a guy's guy... but some of his little projects are better left to the GSEDIY (get somebody else to DIY) & NOT the DYM (do it myself). LOL

    • @caleblawrence5103
      @caleblawrence5103 4 роки тому +4

      Yeah this is a reuphostered steering wheel. I personally do car recon work, and all we wouldve done is dyed the steering wheel and it looks just as good. Our work is extremely satisfying, in my opinion.

    • @cbrupholstery32
      @cbrupholstery32 4 роки тому +1

      Subcribe to my channel you guys can see real upholstery

    • @wessparks5204
      @wessparks5204 4 роки тому +8

      Yup. Great how-to but by the end I am like screw it, I will just shell out a couple hundred to have someone else do it.

    • @alexisperrottey1640
      @alexisperrottey1640 4 роки тому +3

      Do it guys, it's only 15 minutes long 🤓

  • @AlexEpikGamer
    @AlexEpikGamer 7 років тому +76

    Everyone sleeping on my boy Chris where the BIG ASS SPONSORSHIPS!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +72

      +chico #truth

    • @KiwiPokerPlayer
      @KiwiPokerPlayer 7 років тому +4

      They'll come my man, just keep making these amazing videos. Personally I'd like to see more of your amazing special effects. Snapping your fingers to clean your bench blew my mind ;)

    • @sharlinebland6150
      @sharlinebland6150 6 років тому

      chico Isi

  • @shanmugaselvam8783
    @shanmugaselvam8783 3 роки тому +6

    thats insane bruh.......mad respect.

  • @LauraNino1990
    @LauraNino1990 Місяць тому

    I love how Chris knows the anatomy of everything in life lol. Youre amazing Chris!

  • @DazTheMe
    @DazTheMe 7 років тому +260

    HEY GUYSSS ChrisStitch here!

    • @journeyon1983
      @journeyon1983 7 років тому

      LOL...

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +16

      lol

    • @DazTheMe
      @DazTheMe 7 років тому +21

      ChrisFix Sorry Chris, I know my joke wasn't sew funny . . . . . .

    • @davidjmemmett
      @davidjmemmett 7 років тому +3

      That's tearable, it seams like you're doing it just for the shear fun of it. Anyone got any more material?

    • @DazTheMe
      @DazTheMe 7 років тому +2

      David Emmett Ouch, that left me reeling

  • @Sweshification
    @Sweshification 5 років тому +87

    As someone who studied fashion in college and does a lot of sewing, I am very impressed by your textile knowledge!

    • @arjanhassing6345
      @arjanhassing6345 4 роки тому +5

      You're really beautiful!!
      Just saying

    • @demetrisa.8571
      @demetrisa.8571 4 роки тому

      Yeah but his steering wheel turn into crap a year later

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 роки тому +17

      @@demetrisa.8571 the steering wheel still looks fine. That clip in the clockspring video was from when I did this LOL

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 роки тому +8

      Thanks a lot!

    • @demetrisa.8571
      @demetrisa.8571 4 роки тому +3

      @@chrisfix Hahahah seriously? I didn't notice anyway is time to remove it pick a nicer steering wheel that is suitable with drifting...you may not believe it but that big stock steering wheel is making it harder for racing
      Why don't you just change it?

  • @goldwolf0606
    @goldwolf0606 4 роки тому +14

    Dude, you’re awesome! I was wondering how that was done. I didn’t want to get a cover or a new steering wheel. $40 and a few hours it is!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 роки тому +4

      Thanks a lot! It's well worth the effort put into it!

    • @jeffwilliams840
      @jeffwilliams840 4 роки тому

      Amazon sells a real leather wrap kit for $17. You measure your wheel and select the right one. I did this, it turned out awesome! No need for cutting etc. Put it on and start stitching!

    • @David_Bellows
      @David_Bellows 3 роки тому

      Jeff Williams link?

    • @sees474
      @sees474 3 роки тому

      Did you just bought a steering wheel cover to just show that you don't like steering wheel covers? damn man, that's commitment. i love you.

  • @TndPnyRCofficial
    @TndPnyRCofficial 4 роки тому

    Most people would say sewing is a grandma thing. I’d say ChrisFix is the type of guy who really puts his heart and passion with cars no matter if it’s under the hood or doing interior work
    In my honest opinion. ChrisFix is a true car guy here. Not only helping car owners how to work on their own cars but he really puts his love of cars out
    Keep up the good work Chris. Can’t wait to see more videos

  • @stephenramnarine7396
    @stephenramnarine7396 7 років тому +2759

    who else watches his vids just for watching and not for real use

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +106

      Glad you enjoy the videos

    • @ja.935g67
      @ja.935g67 7 років тому +16

      @ChrisFix keep up the great work man!

    • @JacobKraemer414
      @JacobKraemer414 7 років тому +29

      Stephen Ramnarine this might come in handy someday

    • @VSMAutoLife
      @VSMAutoLife 7 років тому +2

      Stephen Ramnarine watch my auto channel if you like watching :)

    • @gordonramsay1921
      @gordonramsay1921 7 років тому +2

      Stephen Ramnarine me

  • @tylerhite9287
    @tylerhite9287 7 років тому +419

    Knot bad... knot bad...

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +180

      haha

    • @katanamast279
      @katanamast279 7 років тому +1

      Do you have any tips for cleaning Plaid or cloth seats? I have a mk7 VW GTI and I'm not sure what to use. Thanks

    • @krazzysu
      @krazzysu 6 років тому

      dad joke derp derp haha

  • @jimstewart4251
    @jimstewart4251 3 роки тому

    I don't have a leather steering wheel, the video is over four years old, and I still love this content.

  • @ebusive
    @ebusive 2 роки тому +1

    You've made it to the front page of Google search results! I looked up how to refinish a steering wheel and your video came up

  • @Fucknuts4u
    @Fucknuts4u 7 років тому +14

    This dude is a perfectionist like me. But my perfectionism is also why I don't attempt stuff like this anymore, because if I'm not 100% certain that I can get it perfect, I'll lose my mind and rip it all off and begin smashing things.

  • @bahhaziz
    @bahhaziz 7 років тому +186

    Anyone else wish Chris had a garage we can go to get our cars fixed?

    • @Tesoromio22
      @Tesoromio22 7 років тому +7

      YEEEEEES!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +78

      I wish I had a garage myself haha

    • @andrewboraine7322
      @andrewboraine7322 7 років тому +8

      I'd invest in that, knowing quality work is done!

    • @bloodrace
      @bloodrace 7 років тому +5

      ChrisFix your youtube revenue should get you a garage :)

    • @bestleesinna7702
      @bestleesinna7702 6 років тому

      If you wanna go into business, hit me up. I'm a mechanic/technician/partschanger. Could both turn a profit and do some charity work for those who can't afford certain repairs.

  • @TherdBuddhist
    @TherdBuddhist 10 місяців тому +1

    I quite respect you as a teacher to all DIY.

  • @marcellemay7721
    @marcellemay7721 2 роки тому

    I've watched so many Chris Fix videos and I never subscribed...shame on me. This video made me subscribe. Not because I plan on recovering my steering wheel, but because the detail, and instruction is spot on. No glossing over things. And paying attention and instructing those little details makes all the difference to how the job comes out. Chris deserves every subscription. He earns them.

  • @kennyp656
    @kennyp656 7 років тому +237

    Fixing cars AND sewing...get ya a man who can do both!

    • @red_dragon_5808
      @red_dragon_5808 7 років тому +26

      Ken S don't forget he can cook

    • @2moke2creen
      @2moke2creen 6 років тому

      I can do all thos things and more ;)

  • @Marco_Shouldve
    @Marco_Shouldve 7 років тому +494

    How to SUPER clean your engine bay video??

    • @TRX450RVlogger
      @TRX450RVlogger 7 років тому +2

      Marco Chaidez Hess! I agree! guys give this guy a bunch of likes for Chris to see.

    • @Marco_Shouldve
      @Marco_Shouldve 7 років тому +1

      ezsolutions2 same :/

    • @Danialdaneshmand
      @Danialdaneshmand 7 років тому

      He said once it gets warmer

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +63

      Once it gets warmer. I was going to do it at the end of Fall but it dropped in temp real quickly so this spring!

    • @Marco_Shouldve
      @Marco_Shouldve 7 років тому +8

      ChrisFix Great! Thanks for the response man

  • @MrChris45889
    @MrChris45889 3 роки тому

    Hi Chris, my name is Christian from Germany and i wanna thank you to upload all these vids, because it helps me in twice. First leran more about tecnical knowing of cars (exspacaly amrerican cars) and second one is level up my english experience. I like the way you explain all the steps you do, because there a so exactly and easy to understand, also people are not able to understand the language understand what you meaning. So an Thank you again for posting all these intersting stuff and im greatful for all the coming up stuff.
    God Bles.
    Chris

  • @zachpark7854
    @zachpark7854 4 роки тому +1

    Dude I appreciate the fact you did this for us. When you cleaned up the wheel 99.999% of people would have just put it back on and skipped the video.

  • @rdmachines8992
    @rdmachines8992 7 років тому +63

    Love your videos man! You should restore an old car, like so he can see

    • @juststayalive839
      @juststayalive839 7 років тому +5

      "so he can see"

    • @xSupra
      @xSupra 7 років тому +1

      lol imma give you a like for that

    • @101Volts
      @101Volts 7 років тому

      How does a person "old car"? Will it include driving *an* old car? P.S. Who's gonna see?
      Just joking. :p I'm sure Chris would do great.

  • @dazednconfused31337
    @dazednconfused31337 6 років тому +345

    Colour code: Hearing Aid Beige

    • @hawk_-nh5jo
      @hawk_-nh5jo 6 років тому +1

      still somehow looks sexy though

    • @jayzo0o
      @jayzo0o 6 років тому +1

      LoL

    • @ndavies5968
      @ndavies5968 6 років тому +1

      LOL

    • @jenseninterceptors
      @jenseninterceptors 6 років тому +6

      Its always the cars with odd or unattractive paint and interior colors that survive lol

    • @MrTonyMontana1177
      @MrTonyMontana1177 6 років тому +1

      Dazed That's funny as shit

  • @L0STH1K3R
    @L0STH1K3R 4 роки тому +1

    Wait a minute are you secretly teaching us to sew?!? Chrisfix you're far too talented. Thanks for the fantastic content!

  • @mickjager5974
    @mickjager5974 2 роки тому +5

    Wow that uncovered steering wheel did look pretty good just by itself! Be really hard not to just leave it that way.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  2 роки тому +3

      I agree but it feels weird tho.

  • @collinjennings6866
    @collinjennings6866 7 років тому +68

    Why not a get a quick release it's a drift car

    • @automan224
      @automan224 7 років тому +3

      SLMA LAIOS check his IG if you learn about that situation

    • @pauchay444
      @pauchay444 7 років тому +3

      SLMA LAIOS it won't be road legal, no airbag no go

    • @FrankypankyV8
      @FrankypankyV8 7 років тому +1

      WangMuncher1969
      Really? Ok...in the Netherlands you can remove an airbagged wheel and replace it with a race wheel...

    • @pauchay444
      @pauchay444 7 років тому

      FrankypankyV8 you have to remember he's in a different country different regulations and what not

    • @vanasseltbernard04
      @vanasseltbernard04 7 років тому

      FrankypankyV8 In Nederland kan dat gewoon ;)

  • @hemipower3308
    @hemipower3308 7 років тому +55

    Another home run video.I just bought a 2009 F-150 with a steering wheel like the one in the video and I was wondering how to make it nice again and then you're vid pops up.Life is good again,thanks Chris.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +19

      Awesome! Let me know how it goes (take some pics)!

    • @dasonstalnaker9764
      @dasonstalnaker9764 6 років тому +1

      Hemi power you’re gonna have to worry a lot more that just a steering wheel on a ford, I’m just joking man.😂

  • @SuperLowScores
    @SuperLowScores 3 роки тому

    I hope you realized you have been doing this community a great service, i have used a couple of your tutorials to do things i would never do without the confidence your videos have given me

  • @elwpoqerwituyvnu
    @elwpoqerwituyvnu 4 роки тому

    I don’t understand 50% of the words because I’m a foreigner. But at the same time, everything is clear to me 100%! Very interesting to watch !!! Thanks!

  • @tailopez5106
    @tailopez5106 7 років тому +88

    4:36 you didn't say soapy wooder 😓

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +28

      +Tai Lopez haha

    • @fireball6625
      @fireball6625 7 років тому +33

      *wooder

    • @Tonyx.yt.
      @Tonyx.yt. 7 років тому +1

      yes becauze wooder is made with wood

    • @tailopez5106
      @tailopez5106 7 років тому

      Logan Hufstetler my bad

  • @omnimo
    @omnimo 7 років тому +39

    If I walk into a store and find a ChrisFix Soapy Wooder, I think I would buy it!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +15

      +Omar Nieves haha that would be pretty awesome!

    • @jackiechan_wtf4041
      @jackiechan_wtf4041 7 років тому

      Omar Nieves But it's just soap and water, why pay when you can get it free? lol

    • @heartSLB
      @heartSLB 7 років тому +1

      Jackie chan_WTF you missed something 😏

    • @gginnj
      @gginnj 7 років тому

      As a wooder speaker myself, didnt notice that one, now if it said wahter, that i probably would have seen.

    • @insane_ravenger1558
      @insane_ravenger1558 7 років тому

      soap and water is not free tho, theres a water bill and then you gotta buy the soap plus labor
      :P

  • @jamesstafford3199
    @jamesstafford3199 4 роки тому +5

    You do the best car videos ever! Myself and my daughter love watching you on UA-cam ,good luck with your channel 😁

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 роки тому +1

      I'm glad you guys are watching the videos! Thanks a lot!

  • @JayD2006
    @JayD2006 2 роки тому +1

    I wish I have his patience and dedication to do this nut job. You have all my respect and admiration Chris!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  2 роки тому +1

      Haha thanks Jay! It was fun to do and very rewarding at the end. While I was doing it it was very tedious haha

  • @HouseRLS
    @HouseRLS 7 років тому +35

    Awesome video like always!
    I noticed that when you peeled off the old leather from the steering wheel, it looked like it had been glued all underneath before they stitched it closed. Wouldn't it have also been a good idea to add glue all around in the inside of the new leather just so that later down the road it doesn't become loose?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +8

      The glue was for the rubber. The glue I used on the spokes is plenty to "hold it in place" but in reality, the stitches hold it in place. That thing isnt budging!

  • @johncostouros22
    @johncostouros22 5 років тому +343

    How do you know all this stuff!? Your attention to detail is incredible!

    • @asianguy3452
      @asianguy3452 5 років тому +22

      John Costouros this guy could easily make German engineering sit down.

    • @whayoajredyt7658
      @whayoajredyt7658 5 років тому +23

      Rob Basque 36? I thought he was in his early 20's

    • @whayoajredyt7658
      @whayoajredyt7658 5 років тому +3

      Asian Guy yea lol

    • @chaselicam
      @chaselicam 5 років тому +4

      Whayo AjRed YT this makes so much more sense now that I think about it. I thought this mans was in his early twenties at the MOST. No wonder he yields so much knowledge 😂

    • @whayoajredyt7658
      @whayoajredyt7658 5 років тому +1

      chaselicam ikr lol

  • @RudysGarage880
    @RudysGarage880 3 роки тому +3

    I love when you do interior work on your mustang because I'm restoring my moms 1995 mustang and the body/interior is exactly the same

  • @BeardedBaldGuy87
    @BeardedBaldGuy87 4 роки тому

    I'm addicted to these videos. My 07 Infiniti g35 is in good condition and doesn't need anything but I still love your videos.
    I'm glad you do what you do in a clear and simple way.

  • @botsok3skelion
    @botsok3skelion 7 років тому +324

    #ChrisFix dude did you really cut the steering wheel to fix the leather stitching in place? that's sick!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 років тому +51

      Yep!

    • @kadinmcdermott6286
      @kadinmcdermott6286 7 років тому +2

      +ChrisFix Hey Chris, can you do a video on wat to do when your hood don't shut

    • @abud512
      @abud512 7 років тому +15

      i think he has a video on changing a hood latch
      on his jaguar
      look for it

    • @freedfg6694
      @freedfg6694 7 років тому +4

      botsok3skelion On top of hiding the stitch. it also makes his job easier if he has to do this again.

  • @EdgarsLS
    @EdgarsLS 5 років тому +197

    watching you stick a steering wheel is like watching bob ross painting!

  • @jamespalermo6079
    @jamespalermo6079 4 роки тому

    Dude I never leave a comment but i am impressed. That makes a car look so much cleaner, instead of some nasty sh*t. Great job...