What did you do to your GT350 today?

[key01]

Everything on this car has a nickel like finish, including the exhaust tips from what I can see. This polishing didn't remove that finish, did it? It looks very glossy and bright.

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[NoXiDe]

I wouldn't worry about it. I don't believe from the OEM the finish is not nickel-like. You used the word nickel-like but I'd compare it to dull or dirty. I wanted them to pop and stand out so the glossy and bright was the outcome I wanted.

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[johnny1]

I know what he means. I noticed from day one not only the tips but the shiny metal inside trim is not a chrome or stainless color. It seems to have a slight darker tinge to it. But I like it.

 

[GTthree50]

Converted to MY18 switches on the steering wheel for audio control and mode select. Now audio is on the left spoke as it should have always been. The only notable difference is the voice control button does not have the correct legend. That is a wholly worthwhile trade to get the switches moved over. The voice control functionality still works though.

 

[Trackaholic]

Audio is actually correct on the right, since that is where the radio is. Only makes sense.

Looks great though (even though everything is now bassackwards. ;-)

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[NAG_GT350]

Converted to MY18 switches on the steering wheel for audio control and mode select. Now audio is on the left spoke as it should have always been. The only notable difference is the voice control button does not have the correct legend. That is a wholly worthwhile trade to get the switches moved over. The voice control functionality still works though.

What kinda steering wheel is that???

 

[GTthree50]

Audio is actually correct on the right, since that is where the radio is. Only makes sense.

Looks great though (even though everything is now bassackwards. ;-)

-T

Nope, agree to disagree. Haha. Redundant controls on the same side don't make too much sense. Plenty of manufacturers do it this way.

 

[GTthree50]

What kinda steering wheel is that???

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[NAG_GT350]

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Thanks for the quick reply..I thinking about ordering it. Whats ur review about it, How much was it and if possible can u post pic of the cabin. Thank you

 

[Xavier]

Converted to MY18 switches on the steering wheel for audio control and mode select. Now audio is on the left spoke as it should have always been. The only notable difference is the voice control button does not have the correct legend. That is a wholly worthwhile trade to get the switches moved over. The voice control functionality still works though.

What parts did you purchase to make this work?

 

[GTthree50]

Thanks for the quick reply..I thinking about ordering it. Whats ur review about it, How much was it and if possible can u post pic of the cabin. Thank you

I joined the group buy that 50 Deep set up so pricing would not be the same. The wheel is really nice and the quality of workmanship is first rate. It is an entirely new frame that has a wider flat bottom portion which I like. The grip is larger all around and the contouring is very nice to hold.

 

[GTthree50]

What parts did you purchase to make this work?

All I needed parts wise were the two switch modules from a 2018. It isn’t completely plug and play though. The plugs are wired in such away that they cannot just be re-routed to the opposite side. What I did was cut the wires that prevented the plugs from moving yobtte other side and lengthen them do electrically everything is still the same. The plugs needed slight mods too but as these are Molex plugs it’s very easy since within a plug family type they are basically alike save for tiny differences that only required the removal of two small nubs that otherwise keep the plugs from connecting. Super easy and the whole thing could easily be put back to stock.
I did find a YouTube vid of someone that did this and chose to do the wiring differently by swapping two wires from the main plug. So there are at least two ways to accomplish this. Also if anything gets messed up the harness is a stand alone part that could easily be replaced.

 

[galaxy]

I drove a friends IS350 for two days which has the audio controls on the left and menu function on the right of the wheel. Now I’ll admit it may be because I’m already used to my car, but F that. It was not natural at all. I’ll be keeping mine stock.

 

[GTthree50]

I drove a friends IS350 for two days which has the audio controls on the left and menu function on the right of the wheel. Now I’ll admit it may be because I’m already used to my car, but F that. It was not natural at all. I’ll be keeping mine stock.

For sure to each his own and I am not promoting anyone make the change but Ford made the change and it’s not uncommon in other makes either. Though I did get used to the other configuration I like it better with audio on the left. Left hand is almost always on the wheel, particularly at cruise. Right hand is busy shifting or just resting on the console.

 

[sweetchuck2001]

I joined the group buy that 50 Deep set up so pricing would not be the same. The wheel is really nice and the quality of workmanship is first rate. It is an entirely new frame that has a wider flat bottom portion which I like. The grip is larger all around and the contouring is very nice to hold.

I did the group buy too. Went with the blue stitching and love it. Installed it back in March. Unfortunately, I won't get to drive it again until Jan as I'm overseas

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