Steering wheel parts

[Tomcat]

Hi,

I'm trying my hand at restoring a steering wheel and can't determine the function of this metal ring. It is a little rusty but I can't seem to remove it (that woild be nice) but if it doesnt matter I will leave it as is.

--Thomas 

Edited August 31, 2019 by Tomcat
Add pictures.

[Mark Maras]

Soak the whole assembly in EvapoRust.

[Tomcat]

Thanks Mark. Will do. What is its function?

[cgsheen1]

It holds the padded horn "button" in place.

[Patcon]

it's actually a spring. Like CG said it fits into a groove in the horn pad to keep it on the wheel.

[Tomcat]

Completely disolved the ring. I see the kits around $60 on-line. If you have a used one for less please let me know.

Edited November 19, 2019 by Tomcat
Found replacement on-line but expensive.

[Patcon]

12 hours ago, Tomcat said:

Completely disolved the ring. I see the kits around $60 on-line. If you have a used one for less please let me know.

How did you dissolve the ring?

[grannyknot]

Did you use EvapoRust or some kind of acid?  In any case you need a new one, I'll have a look through my stuff, I might have one.

[Tomcat]

Sorry for the slow reply. Yes, "Krud Kutter". Either it was mostly rust or I let it set too long. grannyknot, let me know if you have one.

[grannyknot]

Just had a look, I don't have a spare but we know someone who probably does, @zKars

[zKars]

I’ll look...

[zKars]

I looked. PM me so Santa can do his thing

 

Edited December 17, 2019 by zKars