question about steering wheel fitment

[asonofabeach69]

I posted this over on clubgp as well

My 97 GTP is undergoing some moderate weight reduction, I would like to know if any of the steering wheels from any of the older pontiacs w/o the air bag & electronic controls are able to bolt up to the steering column on the 97-03 gp's? Im just looking for a basic but stock looking steering wheel to use. Thanks

[Crazy K]

I was told that 97 GPs have steel steering wheels, but 98+ use aluminum, so something you could verify and pursue rather than trying to find something aftermarket that sucks by comparison.

[White93z34]

If you are hell bent on saving weight. I'd do a bunch of other things before removing a safety device, aluminum subframe, tubular control arms, lighter wheels, interior removal.

 

you could probably bolt in a 88-93 wheel to save a pound or 2 if you really wanted

[asonofabeach69]

If you are hell bent on saving weight. I'd do a bunch of other things before removing a safety device, aluminum subframe, tubular control arms, lighter wheels, interior removal.

 

you could probably bolt in a 88-93 wheel to save a pound or 2 if you really wanted

 

All of these I will address or have addressed already, I am just wondering if anyone has tried this yet with the pre gen steering wheels or other older pontiacs.

[rich17]

I would pick up a proper racing wheel like a momo or sparco unit. They're built to be very strong with minimal weight. Older non air bag wheels are flimsy and cheap.

If you were to get into a crash you would be bracing yourself by the wheel and you do not want it to break