How to install a aftermarket steering wheel the easy way - Mazda MX5 Miata ND ND2

How to install a aftermarket steering wheel the easy way - Mazda MX5 Miata ND ND2
So in today's video I will show to install a steering wheel on your 2016-2021 Mazda MX5
I did get my custom wheel from meinlenkrad.de and I did send in a used wheel which they used to create my wheel. I have video of the "unboxing" of the steering wheel and where do talk more about the options and what is possible to get from meinlenkrad.
The installation is a quite simple process and shouldn't take more than 30 minutes to complete specially if you are not removing any of the trim-pieces or buttons.

[@Trigger-xw9gq]

Yes, it's perplexing why Mazda keeps using the same awful steering wheel on this sports car.

[@Themazcorner]

Agreed

[@AgilePhilosopher2029]

Any reason your video skips over the exact part when you are putting the new wheel back on? I wanted to see how hard you had to push to get it on but the video skips over it. Having trouble getting mine on..

[@Themazcorner]

I did not have any issues at all with that. No specific reaoson for why I did not show it! Are you sure the splines are lined up? It could be that the new wheels does not match up with your previous center hence you might have to shift it a bit and get an alignment done to have the steering centered.

[@BN99239]

I got the Guardian Designs steering wheel for mine and I agree that this mod is one of the best mods for the car. A lot of aesthetic mods are nice as well but you don't really see it when you're driving, but you always see the steering wheel and you're always touching it so it is way worth it to get a nice steering wheel for this car. I'm still looking to replace the shifter knob as well as the shifter and e-brake boots.

[@Themazcorner]

I fully agree! The tactile feel for me was a big improvement over the OEM-wheel it's just to thin in my personal opinion. I have been contemplating to switch out the shifter boot and e-brake boot but not sure if it will be to much alcantara. The 1st world problems....

[@zakeywak]

this company will not ship to the UK😔 is anyone up for being a proxy?

[@shagintc240]

Have you had any steering issues? My steering seems like I'm constantly swerving back and forth in the lane, even after an aliment.

[@Themazcorner]

not nothing at all! Maybe you need to check those alignment numbers again. Also have a look at you tire pressures

[@ZuluOneZero]

Well made video. Easy to follow along. I made the change in an hour - no issues. Thank you!

[@Themazcorner]

Thank you! Glad you liked it and found it helpful!

[@Davan514]

The main part is missing. We didn’t see how you dissembled the steering which is the toughest part.

[@Themazcorner]

I said it was the easy way :)

[@Dano-MX5]

Like you, I feel the OEM wheel is too thin. Love the video but you are more brave than me dealing with the air bag. Where did you order the steering wheel?

[@Themazcorner]

Yeah the OEM wheel is way to thin. With regards to the airbag there should not be any worries if handled with care. I got the wheel from meinlenkrad.de

[@TunesByTanzil]

Looks amazing, on my heavily modified STI Subaru the DAMD wheel was the best mod I ever did. I should really do the same on my ND...

[@Themazcorner]

thanks! It did turn out great! I think you should do it on the ND, for me it's a super nice addition to the driving feel

[@JdA210]

What was the price on that baby? It’s beautiful btw!

[@Themazcorner]

Thank you! I can't remember exactly was 360-370 EUR with the options I chose plus the wheel then

[@bokrabbe4571]

@@Themazcorner Can you remember the specification on your wheel - I really like your spec.

[@Themazcorner]

@@bokrabbe4571 I have a separate video which you can have a look at: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXSYonqCep2Vr8k

[@MajorAddiction]

Agree the OEM wheel is too thin. Need to do this myself!

[@Themazcorner]

if you have been thinking about, do it. That is they only thing I have to say about it :D

[@kavalere]

12:17 Dude WTF you skipped a few steps...

[@Themazcorner]

@kavalere which steps? The buttons? I mentioned in the beginning I believe that I will not have to change those out as my new wheel already had them mounted.

[@Dan-xj9vd]

The raceseng you installed is a perfect match with this steering wheel.

[@Themazcorner]

Yeah everything did tie up just perfect

[@MrJaurinho]

gotta be careful with the battery cable, cover it up with some plastic, or grab with ties to any part

[@Themazcorner]

yeah I did move it away an put a plastic piece under it

[@MrJaurinho]

Ohhh my bad then, love your car, I have a 30ae also and grab a couple of ideas of you

[@Themazcorner]

No worries! Ahh a fellow 30th owner! Good that the videos comes to some use 😂

[@MrJaurinho]

@@Themazcorner sure they are! Keep going that way, you have a nice set up, so well balanced and clean!

[@Themazcorner]

@@MrJaurinho thank you

[@JanUngerth]

Hej! Tack för suveränt bra videos! Varför Meinlenkrad? Varför inte Guardiandesigns?

[@Themazcorner]

Will take it in English if anyone else is wondering the same :) The main reasons I went this route was that I wanted to keep my OEM steering wheel as it has orange stitching. Also at the time when I ordered the price was lower from Meinlenkrad even when including a second steering wheel. Also the lead times were shorter at the time when I ordered, not sure what the lead times are now. But I think Meinlenkrad deliveries the wheel back within 1-2w if you send in your own wheel. One thing to consider with Guardian design is that you need to transfer over your buttons and wheel trim from your OEM wheel. Same for Meinlenkrad if you don't send them your wheel with the buttons and so already mounted

[@mariop.4898]

Hello Maz, looks great and is again a great made video which is very informative. Referring to this video, I sent you an email on May 19th, 2022 to the email address stored on your KZbin channel!? Greetings from Baden near Vienna, Mario

[@Themazcorner]

sorry I must have missed that(could be in the spam folder I will ahve a look)

[@reginamichaelensor4981]

This is a great video!! Thanks

[@Themazcorner]

Thank you! Glad you like it!

[@RapierTL]

Awesome tutorial. I'm prepping for my Guardian Designs Steering wheel and had a quick question: @4:21 Why do we need to pump the brakes and wait 10 minutes before working?

[@Themazcorner]

Thank you! Glad you like it! It's just to be sure that no power is left in the system when working on the airbag

[@abtrakt]

Hey @TheMazCorner what’s the spec of the wheel? I know they have two diameters, standard (thicker than oem) and thick (even thicker). Thanks in advance

[@Themazcorner]

sorry for the late response! I did select thickening inwards. This is the spec Thumb rest - simple Flattening - below Thickening - inside complete Carbon With no carbon Steering Wheel Cover Alcantara Black or anthracite - (Left / Right) Alcantara Black or anthracite - (Above/Below) Seam Shapes Performance stitching - 450 - karottensaft Extras Simple 12 o'clock mark - 1903 arancia mira

[@marisslezins6258]

Hi, I have two questions. What is the gear knob you use and where can I buy it. I hope they have a different colors. And as I see it’s an aftermarket wind deflector. Is it better holding the wind buffeting? Thank you in advance

[@Themazcorner]

Hi the knob is from Raceseng it a custom made, I have a video on it here. But they have many different options: kzbin.info/www/bejne/imqYaGacoq2eiNk The wind deflector is from MX5 things, I think it is slightly better than the OEM one. But for me having a clear deflector is much nicer than the OEM one. I have a video on the blocker as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYqaiJRph7akas0

[@marisslezins6258]

Thank you very much for the detailed answer

[@hypnotechno]

Great Video . am buying. how do you feel about the thumb rests? is is standard thickness? how about alcantara

[@Themazcorner]

Thank you! I have a separate video on the options I got. I have the standard thumbrest and the wheel is thickened inwards. Alcanta feels nice and holding up(not driven that much though)

[@human6593]

I think to install a new steering wheel mazda 3 all new . What do u think.

[@Themazcorner]

If you are out for a new steering wheel the go for it!

[@matiasperezaguirre7746]

Awesome video! I got a guardian designs wheel and used this as a walkthrough. I found turning the wheel much essier to get the airbag pins out. That way you can get a good angle. I always removed the airbag fuse for added saftey. Hardest part was taking out old trims to transfer them to the new wheel. Love your colour combo! Awesome setup!

[@Themazcorner]

Thank you and glad you liked the video and hope it helped. I always disconnect the battery when messing with the electric components to be on the safe side!

[@TheBAT69]

Yes, I have to agree on you. It is super nice, together with that shift knob and center piece. Very nice!!!

[@Themazcorner]

Thank you 🙏 Agreed it turned out really nice and gives a personal touch as well

[@qnoob]

Is yours with the default thickness or GT thickness?

[@Themazcorner]

The wheel is from Meinlenkrad and I don't think they have any option called GT. The wheel is thinkened inwards so the outer diameter is the same: I have a video of the wheel itself: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXSYonqCep2Vr8k

[@usfbull19]

Random question, but what cameras do you shoot with? The autofocus is really good and doesn’t hunt a lot

[@Themazcorner]

My main camera is a Sony A7III with Tamron 17-28/2.8 or Tamron 28-75/2.8

[@ryanjaurigue5294]

So did you end up using a wheel puller? You just edited the hard part out.

[@Themazcorner]

No just wiggled(one hand at 12 and one at 6 and switched to 3 and 9 back and forth) did not take long time at all. Was actually the easiest part :) Also if my memory serves correct I did record how I did it

[@shadow-fq7nk]

Wear gloves 🧤! Nice car!!!

[@Themazcorner]

:D I like detailing so I maintain it quite frequently Thanks btw glad you like it!