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Quick release steering boss?
TrophyJem - 10/5/12 at 09:59 AM

I need to move my steering wheel closer, so I'm considering a quick release boss.
I'm worried that if I just use a spacer that I won't be able to get in easily.
Can anybody recommend a good quick release boss without spending a fortune?
I looked on eBay but there are so many different ones at so many different prices.
Steering column is from an Allegro.
Cheers

maccmike - 10/5/12 at 10:05 AM

Iv got one, would personally spend as much as you can afford.

rodgling - 10/5/12 at 10:26 AM

I have one of the lockable snap-off ones for sale. Missing the horn connector though so you'd either need to make up the adaptor plate or have a horn button off the steering wheel.

This is the type I use on my car, it seems pretty good. You always need a key to remove it so it can't come off accidentally, and there's no slop in the mechanism.

[Edited on 10/5/12 by rodgling]

Jaybeee - 10/5/12 at 10:34 AM

quote:
Originally posted by rodgling
I have one of the lockable snap-off ones for sale. Missing the horn connector though so you'd either need to make up the adaptor plate or have a horn button off the steering wheel.

This is the type I use on my car, it seems pretty good. You always need a key to remove it so it can't come off accidentally, and there's no slop in the mechanism.

[Edited on 10/5/12 by rodgling]


I'm also looking for a lockable where did you get yours from? Do you have any pictures?

Many thanks

TrophyJem - 10/5/12 at 10:54 AM

quote:
Originally posted by rodgling
I have one of the lockable snap-off ones for sale. Missing the horn connector though so you'd either need to make up the adaptor plate or have a horn button off the steering wheel.

This is the type I use on my car, it seems pretty good. You always need a key to remove it so it can't come off accidentally, and there's no slop in the mechanism.

[Edited on 10/5/12 by rodgling]


That's interesting. I've not seen one of those. Do you have a picture you could send me?
Cheers

rodgling - 10/5/12 at 11:03 AM

It's this kind. I can provide pics of mine if anyone wants them.

http://www.landrovertuning.com.au/shop/discovery/interior/super-snap-off-adapter.html


rodgling - 10/5/12 at 11:07 AM

Say £45 + postage (or collect from Cambridge area)?

samjc - 10/5/12 at 11:30 AM

Bugger. just what im after on the month i have no spare money. if this doesnt get snapped up ill have it but wont have money till end of the month so recon itll be a bargin for someone else. How deep is the boss body itself ??

TrophyJem - 10/5/12 at 12:01 PM

quote:
Originally posted by rodgling
It's this kind. I can provide pics of mine if anyone wants them.

http://www.landrovertuning.com.au/shop/discovery/interior/super-snap-off-adapter.html




Interesting, but not quite what I'm looking for as it only gives 30mm extension and I'd also be worried that my wheel is a bit too small so I might catch my fingers on the sticky out bits.

Also thinking about it, as I want to remove the wheel for getting in and out, having a lock may be a bit of a pain.

Any other recommendations of quick release bosses worth considering (without breaking the bank)?

Cheers

nilocp - 10/5/12 at 07:08 PM

I think Rally Design do one, and they tend to be quite competitive.

PAUL FISHER - 10/5/12 at 08:19 PM

Yes Ive got a rally design type one, they are only about £25

TrophyJem - 10/5/12 at 08:42 PM

quote:
Originally posted by nilocp
I think Rally Design do one, and they tend to be quite competitive.


Yes they do. Thanks for the pointer.
Anybody had any experience of this one?http://www.rallyd esign.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=82_1812_906&products_id=15542&osCsid=r2c4flakg7lsomsmbd28fkksi2

whitestu - 10/5/12 at 08:55 PM

I've got a Snap off one as well. Mine was £60 from Halfords. It works very well and seems well made.

Stu

NigeEss - 10/5/12 at 09:51 PM

quote:
Originally posted by TrophyJem
quote:
Originally posted by nilocp
I think Rally Design do one, and they tend to be quite competitive.


Yes they do. Thanks for the pointer.
Anybody had any experience of this one?http://www.rallyd esign.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=82_1812_906&products_id=15542&osCsid=r2c4flakg7lsomsmbd28fkksi2


Was looking at these at Stoneleigh, seemed very well made, no movement in the mechanism at all. They were
only £35 too, knew I should have bought one

Jaybeee - 10/5/12 at 10:06 PM

quote:
Originally posted by rodgling
Say £45 + postage (or collect from Cambridge area)?


If the one you have is lekr the Land Rover web site I would be interseted. Do you have a paypal account or would you prefer an old fasioned cheque?

rost - 11/5/12 at 06:27 AM

I really liked the feel and quality of this one: http://www.plays-kool.co.uk/acatalog/WorksBell.html
Tried it at stoneleigh. The ball bearing ones are supposed to eliminate play too. The spline ones will go bad pretty quick.

TrophyJem - 11/5/12 at 12:24 PM

quote:
Originally posted by rost
I really liked the feel and quality of this one: http://www.plays-kool.co.uk/acatalog/WorksBell.html
Tried it at stoneleigh. The ball bearing ones are supposed to eliminate play too. The spline ones will go bad pretty quick.


That's nice but more than I really wanted to pay.