New steering wheel

[mopar48291@xxxxxxx]

I just got my newly recast steering wheel for my '65 LeBaron.  It was done by 
D&D Automobilia who also did Greg and Russell's '65 Crown wheel.  It looks 
wonderful!  Very classy in black center with clear rim.  The only quibble is 
that he beefed up the casting a bit as he said the original plastic was so thin 
over the steel armature that it was impossible to recast it.  The difference 
isn't noticeable to the eye, but the feel is slightly less delicate than the 
original.  Functionally, a little more heft to the grip should be more 
comfortable on a long drive. The only downside is the cost--about $1200.  In 
the years I've looked, I haven't seen anyting better at any money.  I've also 
had him do the wheel for my '55 DeSoto and it's also wonderful.  I haven't seen 
my '59 DeSoto wheel yet.  Those who have wheels that are in like new condition 
are lucky--nothing compares to the feel of a wheel that's free of cracks and 
missing chunks.
Cheers,
Roger