Guest Irv D Posted March 12, 2011 Share Posted March 12, 2011 Looking to buy 1950 DeSsoto steering wheel - also front uppper grille chromed extensions (they wrap around front fenders). Parts must be in excellent cond. Wheel must be cream/marbelized color, no cracks, no chips, etc. No pitting on chrome extensions.On 1/27 I posted - looking for plastic door handle/window crank escutcheons. I have found them, so no need for replies on that post.Thanks.......Irv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alperin1 Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Irv,Not sure where you got with the steering wheel, I ran across a web page where the guys can recreate the marbling and clean up your steering wheel, l do not have the address, but if you want it I will try to find it for you.I am working in a 1950 DeSoto Custom Club Coupe myself. It is going to be a long and expensive ride, but I am looking forward to it.Darin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Irv D Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Darin - thanks for keeping me in mind. I rebuilt the steering wheel on my 50 DeSoto Custom 4 door with an marine epoxy type material . It came out rather good. It was a messy job, lot of sanding, etc. - then I painted it close to the original color, but it lacks the "marbling" of the original wheel. I then wrapped it with a wheel cover (laced type) - so it is very functional and looks good. That said, I would eventually like to have the wheel done professionally, in its original color & marbelized manner. right now, I am redoing the entire car - paint, upholster, wiring harness, etc. - so will have to put the wheel off for now. I would love to get the information on the place to have it done, however. So, if you can find it - would be much appreciated........thanks, Irv D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alperin1 Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 (edited) Irv,Here is the web site that I saw:Steering wheel re-builderI think you will like what you see. I am just out side of Philly, I went to Chrysler Nationals today at Carlisle. WOW, that was fun! Picked up a few parts for my DeSoto and I got a bunch of leads for NOS parts.There is a show happening in august where I am told it is geared towards Vintage cars. You may want to go. It is in Macungie, PA on Rout 100. I do not know much more about it just yet.Take care,Darin Edited July 9, 2011 by alperin1 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Irv D Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Darin - I am very near Glens Falls NY (about 45 miles due north of Albany). It is rather late now - got back from a cruise-in & picnic at the park with Elvis tribute artist Joe Ramsey. Will look at the website tommorrow. What is the DeSoto you have (year, model, etc.) - I would love to go to the Chrysler Nationals at Carlise. I will try to find out about the show you mentioned in Macungie Pa. If you get any more information - let me know. Especially when it will be. Thanks for your interest - and our common bond - not only in vintage cars - but DESOTOS !!............Irv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Cocuzza Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Hi guys,The Macungie show had a pre-registration deadline of July 1st, 2011 Last year my friend drove 2 hours with his car and tried to register to get onto the show field that day. They would not allow it. I suppose they need to have numbers to set things up prior to the show. I would call first.The show is called Das Awchst Fest and it is a really nice one. The best day to see all the cars is Sunday. There is a class for Woodies which interests me.Even if you cannot get your car into the show it is worth the trip to go see the others anyway.Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alperin1 Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Thanks Joe,If you have a look at the photos of my car you will see I am no where near wanting to enter it into a show, lol.PhotosNow, for the show here is a link for the WEB site.SHOWRegards,Darin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alperin1 Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Irv,Check out this thread for some vendor information. I am still looking for the guy that does the steering wheels.http://forums.aaca.org/f153/nos-vendors-i-ran-into-carlise-307558.htmlRegards,Darin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alperin1 Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Irv,Here is a fellow that does the steering wheels. He is listed as a vendor over at The National Desoto Club web site. National Desoto ClubQuality Restoration - Steering Wheel Restoration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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