HOW TO CLEAN and RESTORE ALCANTARA STEERING WHEEL. FOR FREE !!! Amazing results!

[@BoltBandicoot]

Holy shit, it actually fucking works!!! 😲 I've seen a bunch of youtube videos on this topic and none had better results than this one. Thank you!

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Thank you! I am glad you found it useful!

[@yirkidemaret6278]

is fairy liquid dishsoap?

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Yes

[@Ianmundo]

Fairy is a potent detergent, so it works here to break up the oil deposits from the hands of people who have touched the wheel. You can also use this technique on leather steering wheels. Only a small drop of Fairy is required. For alcantara an old toothbrush 🪥 will work better at working in the detergent than a microfiber cloth

[@ludo24uk]

I use Dettoll and a wire brush, it's the same method I use for sprucing up my ball sack. I use a separate brush for my sack though, I'm not an animal...

[@RuskiWeldFab]

You Win the internet today 😂😂😂

[@css172]

hahah what a comment!!

[@rmmccarthy1240]

👍You made me laugh out loud! ( ...you filthy animal).

[@robc1014]

“Dont be afraid to properly, properly molest it” 😂😂 caught me so off guard

[@RuskiWeldFab]

😅

[@jadent7416]

I came straight to the comments 😂

[@vladvasiloni1577]

Thanks a lot it worked. I have the thrustmaster 599xx evo wheel . I used it for 3 years without gloves so it was pretty dirty. In about 30 minutes of rubbing it looked like it was brand new. I definetly recommend this method over the special cleaning products as it saves money and time .

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Great to hear!

[@su4359]

How’d you do it without getting water in the electronics or buttons?

[@vladvasiloni1577]

@@su4359 it's not as hard as it seems ,i never had an issue with that, they aren't in the way so i just avoid them

[@spinslot9772]

Thanks dude, I thought I was going to have to go and buy some fancy cloths and cleaning solutions. That was definitely worth a sub.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

I am glad I could help!

[@RDxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]

I was doubting to do exactly this, but did not dare since I did not know if washup would destroy the alcantara. Now I know it won't, thanks for being the guinea pig!

[@RuskiWeldFab]

You welcome.

[@fetB]

why? It's a fabric

[@FroztiProductions]

​@fetB is it a consistent material all the way through? I didn't know if you'd wear through it by trying to restore.

[@Ghostie749]

Thanks for that, my AMG with 35k on the clock was really shiny & slippy. Doing this has brought the nap back took all the shine away. Really impressed.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Great to hear!

[@lancercool1992]

Every other video - spray alcantara cleaner and gently brush it This guy - use dish soap and be rough with it Love it

[@RuskiWeldFab]

😂

[@EthanDean57]

You are the man. My wheel has a few months' use but was still very shiny, and this brought it back to new. Bloody brilliant, cheers 🍻

[@RuskiWeldFab]

You're welcome!

[@adamsavic666]

once it is dry and clean like that give it a hit with a small brush to bring the nap back up and it will look even better ....

[@RuskiWeldFab]

great tip! thanks

[@FOGDaheee]

I used a soft toothbrush and yes you are right, it brings the nap back to new.

[@OlivierCR]

Trying this on my 2014 Camaro right now. My steering wheel looks exactly like yours did before the cleaning.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Did it work? lets us know

[@DirkOz]

Great explanation & comments never disappoint! 😂

[@chaybay9558]

Is fair liquid similar to dawn dish soap? And would it work the same way with dawn?

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Yeah as long as it’s dish soap and breaks down fats. Let’s us know how it works

[@_Master_P]

Quick question, that fairly soap is just your run of the mill dish soap correct? I don't believe I have that brand of soap where I live

[@RuskiWeldFab]

yep. any decent dish soap will do.

[@_Master_P]

@@RuskiWeldFab Thank you so muc, life saver :)

[@matthewHondalife]

Fantastic technique, Best of all that I've tried.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Glad you found it useful

[@alliedatheistalliance6776]

I just got a second hand BMW, I'm not sure if the steering wheel is alcantra, or if it's aftermarket or whatever, but it's really sticky for some reason, any idea if it can be fixed, cuz it is a nice wheel other than the stickiness. I think something melted the material over time. I have a similar issue with the door handle (interior).

[@RuskiWeldFab]

should work regardless

[@potatoglizzy3212]

If you brush it the next day when it’s dry it actually looks almost new! Great video, helped a bunch ❤

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Thanks for the tip!

[@setori111]

Excellent !! Je viens d’acheter un cube controls gt pro avec le volant OMP. Il brillait et semblait vieux en même pas 10 de nettoyage il a repris l’aspect du neuf ! Bravo.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

je suis content que vous l'ayez trouvé utile

[@mattmorris857]

Amazing results. Can't wait to try this on mine. Thanks heaps!

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@abdullahyounes7304]

Just wondering do i have to remove the steering wheel to do this ?

[@RuskiWeldFab]

its entirely up to you. just be carefull electronics and water dont mix well!

[@catnipherb]

I've just washed my Fanatec Club Sport F1 Esports steering wheel! I didn't use Fairy washing up liquid, instead I used Dove beauty bar soap! Since the bathroom is right next to me.

[@nuclearcherry4900]

Do you need Fairy or will any dish soap do?

[@RuskiWeldFab]

any decent dish soap will work

[@matteoperche7262]

My friend, if you could please tell me which Fairy Liquid that is, because there are a few different ones: Fairy Dishwashing Liquid, Fairy Antibacterial Dishwashing Liquid, Fairy Concentrate Dishwashing Liquid, Fairy Dishwashing Liquid Original? Thank you!

[@RuskiWeldFab]

I highly doubt it makes a difference ha ha. Any dishwashing liquid will work.

[@davidcharles4636]

Anyone know where i can get replacement material pieces like leather.

[@JackJardine]

Deffo trying this tommo reckon it’ll work on the alcantara door cards?

[@RuskiWeldFab]

If it’s alcantara yes 100%

[@JackJardine]

RuskiWeldShit Sweet i’ll give it a go but it’s started to like get little strands of it sticking up if that makes any sense

[@RuskiWeldFab]

In that case you can use a cheap razor and just shave it :)

[@JackJardine]

RuskiWeldShit Oh shit really? that works haha i’ve seen people say and do it but thought it was a major troll haha

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Hahah no it does work. Just do it very lightly. Imagine you shaving your 🎱🎱😂

[@air-miguel2343]

I did the same process clean but texture became a bit hard

[@23erwinramos]

Try baby oils after?

[@indiobaez3314]

Thank You So Much Mine Came Back To 98% 💪👑🙏🏽💯

[@RuskiWeldFab]

you are welcome!

[@galahad9853]

I feel suede brushes for shoes would work great too

[@RuskiWeldFab]

yes it helps.

[@Salpeteroxid]

Is Fairy the same as any quality dish soap? My alcantara wheel is stock in my car and I want to restore it. In Sweden we have Yes dish soap, it's really thick and lasts ages. Do you think I can manage not to remove my wheel? I also have buttons on it so it's gonna be a looong day removing it all.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Yes any good quality dish soap will work. Be careful!!! Water and electronics don’t usualy mix! It’s doable if you are careful

[@Salpeteroxid]

@@RuskiWeldFab I should've mentioned that "Yes" is a brand we have, English isn't my first language so just want to make sure we both mean regular dish soap. Probably the most concentrated dish soap in the world. 1 litre have lasted me 2 years. I think I will put some plastic over the buttons. I know water and electronics don't mix. But I'm always cautious wrenching on cars, especially on my dream car. I work with trains, trust me when I say you have to be violent, you go for a sledge hammer directly or a 1" pneumatic two hand wrench and they usually don't break when water gets on circuit boards or 3 phase stuff like inverters or converters, transformers or transducers :'D I appreciate your reply, cheers from Sweden 🇸🇪!

[@sdn1528]

Just turn the wheel and wash the bottom so gravity keeps it away from electrics

[@csllover]

Genius! Thank you so much

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Welcome!

[@ryllunar8350]

hope will work with my surface laptop alcantara

[@RuskiWeldFab]

yeah i would be carefull with that

[@thequattro20v]

But Is that alcantara or suede on the omp wheel ?

[@ungjaevel9907]

Which steering wheel is this?

[@RuskiWeldFab]

OMP something.

[@jonnyvt6602]

Many thanks

[@RuskiWeldFab]

did it work for you?

[@dillonbragatto4705]

Just tried it on mine and wow. I can say this does work. Tip to add. Use a toothbrush and gently go in circles. That helps too

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Great tip!

[@Silentwitness1978]

Thanks so much for this video mate

[@RuskiWeldFab]

My pleasure!

[@destinationeuphoriaselfdev2089]

Excellent video

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Thank you very much!

[@charlieaydin1377]

I did this except the wheel was still on the car and it came up great. I then used 1000 grit sand paper followed by 2000 grit for a light sand to level it up and even it out and it honestly looks brand new. Amazing!

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Thanks for sharing

[@pamperexpress1089]

Quick question why you sanding alcantara? Is it alcantara or standard leather lol?

[@charlieaydin1377]

@@pamperexpress1089 sanding it helps to remove the build up of tall bits and balls that appear after you wipe it this way. It gives you a nice smooth surface afterwards. Otherwise it all clumps up and it looks kind of ugly.

[@coltonstrickland1702]

Is that just dish soap?

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Correct

[@jonmaddox9087]

wait so does this actually work

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Yes! As seen in the video! Results will depend how badly soiled it was to begin with

[@jonmaddox9087]

@@RuskiWeldFab do you think it would work on my simulator wheel it's real alcantara i would just have to stay away from the buttons

[@jonmaddox9087]

@@RuskiWeldFab it worked great thanks i used it on my sim wheel and just took of the buttons it looks brand new it hasn't dried yet but i think it's going to turn out great

[@vladvasiloni1577]

Yes ,i did this with my thrustmaster 599xx evo wheel and it worked .

[@TerriChristinaLaw]

I can't thank you enough for this! I'm subscribing ! 😁👏🙌 #YourAwesome

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Thanks for the sub!

[@TerriChristinaLaw]

@@RuskiWeldFab Your very welcome

[@salvatorehu86]

Pour un meilleur résultat final j'utilise une brosse, mais une brosse à dent peu faire l'affaire pour relever les poils et redonner un aspect quasi neuf.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Do you mind translating in to English please? 🙏

[@salvatorehu86]

@@RuskiWeldFab for a better finish I use a toothbrush or a suede brush 👍, it help to redefine alcantara

[@RuskiWeldFab]

All depends how far you want to take it! Awsome tip!

[@joeblacc8573]

Did he say room temp was 21 degrees?! Sheesh 🥶

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Yeah hot summers in UK 😜

[@drift13]

Damn that was insane - managed to make a wheel that looked like it had been to hell and back look brand new again!

[@RuskiWeldFab]

its amazing isnt it!

[@DannyCollinsMCR]

Fucking hell, finally something that works!

[@RuskiWeldFab]

glad you found it useful!

[@jakubbrylak2791]

Sorry, but the clean steering wheel it's look different like old. Where it's yellow OMP? It's little different but it's.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Yellow pain was peeling so I scraped it all out. It’s the same wheel I can assure you

[@mohareda6764]

merci beaucoup

[@RuskiWeldFab]

glad if it helped

[@bond2360]

Ummm, where has the yellow paint gone on the OMP badge?? 🤔😂

[@RuskiWeldFab]

one letter was peeling so i removed all the yellow paint.

[@mortysmith5556]

What about a tooth brush

[@RuskiWeldFab]

That will work but not necessary

[@gazwalton2512]

Properly molest it 🤣😂 agree through I do the same with my whole and it comes up far better

[@RuskiWeldFab]

you know it!

[@anyau]

Great, i was worried i had ruined my wheel after 2 years no cleaning

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Glad it helped

[@mainlymusicman]

What did he say, washing up liquid?? Lol

[@Gladiator1972]

Way too much water, Alcantara will let the moisture go right through, it will take days for that steering wheel to dry, and if you can't remove the steering off, even longer.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

If you can’t remove the wheel off this tutorial is 100% not for you. And if you can, it dries in around 24h-36h.

[@josetapia5379]

Cannot find this soap for the life of me

[@RuskiWeldFab]

Any dishwasher liquid will work the same

[@josetapia5379]

@@RuskiWeldFab really any? Dawn the blue one will be ok? And thank you

[@RuskiWeldFab]

All it does is breaking down the oils.

[@josetapia5379]

@@RuskiWeldFab gotcha thank you man honestly

[@RuskiWeldFab]

any time!

[@c_berk11]

Do you want to kiss? ty!

[@Marauder1981]

Yeah, no. This method will ruin most wheels that come with electric switches. Horrible advice

[@RuskiWeldFab]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. Take the electrical components out. And we talking about racing wheels here that don’t usualy have anything.

[@Marauder1981]

@@RuskiWeldFab Well, my racing wheel has them. It´s a formula wheel.

[@RuskiWeldFab]

baller! then you can afford a good pair of gloves and a cover so it don't get to the stage where you need to use some dodgy tutorial of youtube. 😂

[@Marauder1981]

@@RuskiWeldFab I hate gloves

[@RuskiWeldFab]

well. any other option is to spend money on expensive chemicals and tools to clean you wheel the "professional" way. sorry if my tutorial wasnt helpfull