Offical: e36, non-m steering wheel ( pics,$,etc)

[m3f_84ability]

I have this wheel:

It's the E36 Evo II Euro steering wheel (no airbag)

Cost was not cheap ~300 shipped from europe-- purchased off American Ebay though.

Installation was easy as hell, although you need to address the airbag light issue.

http://www.mikest.com/ebay/mt2-1.jpg

http://www.mikest.com/ebay/mt2-4.jpg

[m3f_2k_889896e9da]

I have this wheel:

It's the E36 Evo II Euro steering wheel (no airbag)

Cost was not cheap ~300 shipped from europe-- purchased off American Ebay though.

Installation was easy as hell, although you need to address the airbag light issue.

http://www.mikest.com/ebay/mt2-1.jpg

http://www.mikest.com/ebay/mt2-4.jpg



SICK! Any update on the airbag issue? I got the light now and cant find any info on how to buid the resistors. Search bf.com and here. :banghead:

[m3f_84ability]

SICK! Any update on the airbag issue? I got the light now and cant find any info on how to buid the resistors. Search bf.com and here. :banghead:

Sorry, I have been slacking off lately and not working on my car that much. I've just been ignoring the light, although I will definitely make a post when I resolve the issue.

[m3f_badgtho_2cb87af10e]

thats quite a nice wheel

[m3f_Phat Ham]

I have a Raid Type 2 wheel in my m3. It's the 365mm diameter one, so it's only slightly smaller than the OE 3 spoke wheel. It's nice and thick and the perforated leather keeps things comfortable even with my sweaty hands. Don't know how much it cost since I bought the car with it already installed. I'm pretty sure it wasn't cheap though. The previous owner said he wanted the e46 m3 wheel in his car, but wasn't sure if it was possible and this was the closest thing he could find. I really like the wheel, and it's infinitely better than the buslike 4 spoke in the older m3's.



http://hamptonmaher.com/pics/e36/Interior-10%20v2.0.JPG

http://hamptonmaher.com/pics/e36/Interior-12%20v2.0.JPG

http://hamptonmaher.com/pics/e36/Interior-13%20v2.0.JPG

[m3f_2k_889896e9da]

^ I think they are about $550 w/ airbag. :thumbsup:

[m3f_paulkeith]

Yes I agree, but maybe a harness type seat belt, the need for a airbag would be reduced? I had a blast driving a buddy's 95 with a we'little MOMO streering wheel. But I didnt like the color ( gray ) and texture ( rough ). It felt like I was playing gran-turismo on PS2!....



Anyways, post the info guys if you can

:beer:



just something to think about; a harness setup with a 5th point (anti-submarine belt) can be very risky in a vehicle without a rollcage. in a roll situation, the roof can cave, and your 5th belt will keep you from slidiing down and out of its way.



anyway....just my $.02

[m3f_2k_889896e9da]

just something to think about; a harness setup with a 5th point (anti-submarine belt) can be very risky in a vehicle without a rollcage. in a roll situation, the roof can cave, and your 5th belt will keep you from slidiing down and out of its way.



anyway....just my $.02



Excellent Point! So do you recommend getting a 4 point harness? Where can I find one for a 95' M3?

[m3f_2k_889896e9da]

Sorry, I have been slacking off lately and not working on my car that much. I've just been ignoring the light, although I will definitely make a post when I resolve the issue.



Some info found on the web FYI:



" To prevent the SRS system from detecting a missing airbag and consequently throwing a code & enabling the SRS MIL (light), the proper resistance needs to be inserted in place of the airbag squib (initiator). The proper resistance for each squib in a Takata airbag (BMW E36 supplier) is ~2.0 - 2.2 Ohm. Use a 2.2 Ohm / 0.25 W resistor replacing each squib in the SRS wiring harness. Single-stage airbag pin-outs are a trivial case; there are 2 connector leads from the airbag to the mating SRS connector. These 2 leads need to be jumpered with a resistor. Dual-stage airbags will have 2 squibs with 2 leads each (4 wires total). Trace the 2 leads from each squib to the connector(s) to determine the pin-out. Similar to the single-stage, the 2 leads need to be jumpered with a resistor for each squib. BMW uses

orange connectors for SRS.



To prevent modification of the SRS wiring, extra airbag-side SRS harness connectors should be procured. Try BMW for new connectors and pins, although these items may not be sourced by BMW. Alternatively, try a junkyard. Undeployed airbags will not be found in cars (for some obvious and some not-so-obvious reasons), but deployed bags might be found. If a deployed bag is found, simply cut the airbag connector leads and solder in

the proper resistor(s) in the proper orientation. If an extra connector cannot be located, modifying the SRS harness is the alternative. This should be avoided at all costs due to the critical nature of this system if the chance exists that the system will be reassembled or the car re-sold. Connectors should not be removed from undeployed airbags. The connector contains shunts that close the loop when the connector is disconnected.

This prevents unwanted deployment. Note that driver side wiring passes through a cable-reel between the steering column and steering wheel area. This device allows the (airbag / horn / extra button) wiring and steering wheel to work properly from

lock-to-lock. If this device will be reused, insure the steering and cable reel are centered in their travel before reassembly. Ideally, the column would be centered when the cable-reel is removed and the cable reel would be taped to prevent rotation. There is a lock on the cable-reel when it is new to prevent rotation of the inner and outer ring. This is removed after assembly to the column and before the steering wheel is installed.

Also of note, the cable-reel is a possible source of steering wheel squeaks when turning. The inner and outer rings have a plastic bearing area that can squeak when worn.

Airbags are dangerous if handled in a careless manner, but extremely safe if handled properly. They don't typically deploy in you car accidentally, so they typically won't when you're handling them. I had them sittin on and around my office when I worked as an automotive safety engineer, there were never any accidental deployments. Proper storage should include placing the unit face up (deploy side up) with nothing on top of the unit. In the event of an accidental deployment, this orientation will prevent launching the module.



This should go without saying, but the usual disclaimers apply. I am not responsible for you killing yourself or others as a result of these modifications. If there are further questions or clarification needed, feel free to ask.



Jeremy Conners

(Former) Automotive Safety Engineer "

[m3f_Phat Ham]

Excellent Point! So do you recommend getting a 4 point harness? Where can I find one for a 95' M3? In a car without a cage or rollbar just stick with a 3 point harness. In the event of a roll a 3 point lets you lean over and "duck" out of the way of a caving roof.

[m3f_2k_889896e9da]

In a car without a cage or rollbar just stick with a 3 point harness. In the event of a roll a 3 point lets you lean over and "duck" out of the way of a caving roof.



Ok, thanks for the info!

[m3f_99Blk&Tan_6738c76028]

6' 5" here as well. I have the seat all the way back and the steering wheel isn't really a problem. Good luck in your search though, I am sure there are aftermarket options available.

[m3f_GeorgeWood]

I can't track down the stats, but for those who drivers who wear a properly adjusted seatbelt a frontal airbag adds a minimal additional amount of protection. Frontal airbags are really a solution to protect those dumbasses who like to drive unbelted. To get back to the original thread, IIRC there exists an FAQ on installing tilt steering in an E36 using parts from a non-airbag E36.

[m3f_iNcUbUs_21_0bcd67a730]

Yeh, there was a study a year or so ago that showed airbags decreased a person's chance of death in an accident by only 9% because usually the cause of death is the severe rate of deceleration causing blood in your aorta to shoot up into your heart or brain and rupture. I guess I'll take my 9% wherever I can get it though.

[m3f_Jinya1004]

How come my 99 M is missing some standard features????



My steering wheel doesn't tilt and I have no remote for my doors...and my CD changer is missing.