I like the idea of installing a removable steering wheel in my convertible.

What all do I need to buy? The kit, an adapter (thin?) and a wheel? The Grant site is a little confusing but I think I need all three items?

I have one on my '64 Beetle Conv., You will need the kit and a wheel adapter, You will need a Grant Wheel as well. The kit will not adapt to a stock wheel.
I can provide pics if needed. I bought mine way back in the early '90s and still works great.

That removable steering wheel may slow the thief down but the seasoned professional criminal shows up with a flatbed and just tows the car away. Thats why I like the GPS tracking device. That greatly increases the chances of recovery.

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I know what your saying Dennis, but me, no matter what car it is...if its stolen and gone Id prefer the insurance money than the car back unless I can buy it back. You have no idea how screwed up the car is...blown motor, trans, etc. Thieves wont treat your car like you would...they dont give a crap. If it starts and moves, the insurance company wont give you anything for wear and tear thats not immediately obvious. My accident recently in my van, also broke the cat, broke the header pipe from manifold, broken brake line, broken motor mounts and broken AC condenser. Even though they were all fine before, insurance company said those were wear and tear items they wouldnt cover...even though shops wrote on the work orders damage was impact from an accident.

I understand your point about it not being the ultimate deterrent. But it shows that I have taken a vested interest in making theft harder to accomplish. While this may not stop the guy with a transport vehicle in his pocket, it may deter those who don't have such conveniences.

It will stop the most common thieves....kids out for a joyride.

To answer your question, you need the steering wheel, adapter for the Fiero, and the removable kit.

http://www.grantproducts.com/products/view/219/
http://www.grantproducts.com/products/view/242/

And then whatever wheel you want.

quote Originally posted by Randy93552: I understand your point about it not being the ultimate deterrent. But it shows that I have taken a vested interest in making theft harder to accomplish. While this may not stop the guy with a transport vehicle in his pocket, it may deter those who don't have such conveniences.

The removable wheel should definitely help deter theft . I guess that no anti-theft device is completely fool proof but which is best??? .The thing about the removable wheel to check out is how much it moves the steering wheel closer to the driver. In a small car like a Fiero this could be a problem.

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" THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Powerlog manifold, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Flotech Afterburner Exhaust, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, HP Tuners VCM Suite.
"THE COLUSSUS"
87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H
" ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "

quote Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua: I guess that no anti-theft device is completely fool proof but which is best???

Best? Never leave the car unattended.

quote Originally posted by IMSA GT: To answer your question, you need the steering wheel, adapter for the Fiero, and the removable kit. http://www.grantproducts.com/products/view/219/ http://www.grantproducts.com/products/view/242/ And then whatever wheel you want.

I think this wheel. http://www.grantproducts.com/products/view/90/
Was that the thin adapter you listed?

quote Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua: That removable steering wheel may slow the thief down but the seasoned professional criminal shows up with a flatbed and just tows the car away. Thats why I like the GPS tracking device. That greatly increases the chances of recovery.

Remember that we're talking about Fieros here...

quote Originally posted by Will: Also, a quick-release steering wheel is probably *NOT* legal to operate on public roads, depending on your state laws.

the grant system is 50 state d.o.t. legal..
next they are great.. no it will not stop the pro that shows up with a flatbed.. but g.m.'s 70-80's tilt colum cars that are coupes are a joyriders dream.. in under 8 seconds they are gone.. the no wheel.. stops them cold..
you can say what you want but my 86 monte SS was the ONLY g body not stolen from the super chevy show.. the other 8 where jacked.. 4 awol 4 with f'd columns mine.. untouched..
best 99.oo I ever spent

quote Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua: That removable steering wheel may slow the thief down but the seasoned professional criminal shows up with a flatbed and just tows the car away. Thats why I like the GPS tracking device. That greatly increases the chances of recovery.

Yes, but what "seasoned professional criminal" would be interested in the Fiero in the first place? They are after the higher price cars where they can turn a nice profit from - it's the kids and punks that would steal the Fiero and only because if it is an easy opportunity (mainly because they need a ride someplace) and then they may only be more interested in the stereo and other stuff inside.

Let's talk reality here...

Removing the steering wheel will certainly prevent the car from going missing...

edit >> Will beat me to it...

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