Continues...
first thing to put back is the Back cover and the buttons, they were a good fit onto the DAMD:
- BackCover
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Next need to put the bolt back on.
Since DAMD is not orginal Subaru manufacturer, the teeth isn't an exact match.
Need to have a Wheel alignment a bit later. it wasn't off by much though.
- bolt
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Then comes the tricky Airbag.
make sure you disconnect the battery if you are attempting it by yourself.
Smart Ming @ Garage 88 knows a way to work around it
- airbag
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And there you have a lovely DAMD D wheel!!!
- finished
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So some comments on the look and feel.
Have been driving it for about 2 month, really love the new DAMD.
the two curved slots at 3o'clock position and 9o'clock position is just right to fit bottom part of your thumb.
it gives you very a very comfortable and firm grip.
you can feel the edge of the curved slots sticking out at the bottom end of your palm, which stops your hand from slipping down.
Essentially, you can just press on the wheel to control it rather than grab hold of it with your entire hand.
This is very useful and comfortable when making > 180 degree truns.
The D shape takes a little bit of getting use to especially when doing >540 degree turns since it's not perfectly circular anymore.
After a few days, it's totally unnoticable.
PhatGT says the whole wheel is thiner than the Gen 4 DAMD wheel, so one can grab hold of it better.
I've never had one before so i'll put my money on his experience.
Material:
The leather surface feels good, softer than the stock wheel. (always think the stock wheel is too hard, like dead with no soul)
yet it's firm and doesn't sink in if you poke it with your finger.
mini puched holes cover the 2.5-4 and 8-9.5 o'clock region.
The durability of the surface material can only be tested over time.
Looks:
The red stitching is a perfect match to the red ambient lights from the panels and center console and the buttons on the wheel.
I'll try to upload some more night shots later.
Overall: Looooving it!!
It give you more confidence on top of the already gripping Subaru. hence more excuse to press down the gas when the appropriate occassion arises.
Holding it with both hands kinda doubles that feel.
Have read before: The driving Wheel is the most frequently used input interface between man and his ride.
so why not make that user friendly and comfortable for your daily drive.
