SilverEkHatch15

Searched like crazy and found a couple different threads from other sites of how to install the hub and quick release and I think i know how to do it but I have also seen many having problems with the install with alignment and horn an such. So i guess Im wondering if I should go to a local speed shop and have them assist me or if I should just go for it and see what happens.

dorifto_83

It's not hard to do, and even if you mess up you can do it over again. I should be installing mine soon, so I'll post a guide once I do.

SilverEkHatch15

Yea, Im just a little hesitant to get it going. I dont wanna have to take it to get realigned because I just got it done you know. Theres a great write-up on JDMC but its for an S2K and there are no pictures, I figured it would be about the same though. That would be great if you could post that up. Thanks guys

2coupes

there you go, even tells you how to keep cruise control
http://importnut.net/civicsteeringswap.htm
it doesn't show the quick release, but it's just 6 allen bolts on to the hub, then 6 allen bolts to put the other part of the QR on to the wheel

i did this a couple months ago and it was alot easier than I thought, just do it yourself man

and a pic to get you motivated

SilverEkHatch15

Hey thanks a lot man, that's exactly what I've been looking for. So your experience overall wasn't too bad? Thanks again guys

2coupes

it wasn't bad at all, probably took about 45 minutes or less

dorifto_83

you can't throw off the alignment, if your steering wheel isn't straight it could be fixed. Alignment stays the same

SilverEkHatch15

Alright thats good to hear. Im pumped now. Thanks again for the diagram and the info.

Harryflores

yeah, to do it is not that hard !! That was a really helpful link !

SilverEkHatch15

Oh one more quick question. I've read that I'm supposed to disconnect the battery lines to prevent that bag blowing up in my face. True?

2coupes

yep

SilverEkHatch15

Ok, I think I'll tackle it tomorrow. Thanks to all for the info again.

SilverEkHatch15

I just got my NRG QR today and when i press down on the button for the release nothing budges. Does there have to be a steering wheel engaged in the QR for it to release. I feel like a total idiot but I was just wondering. Thanks and sorry for the stupidity.

Fatchance187

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Make sure you wait 5-10 minutes to let the power drain after you disconnect the battery...some people forget about that

2coupes

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it was mentioned in the link

"You may want to disconnect the battery and wait about 15-30 minutes before you start this process. You risk having the airbag deploy and cause serious injury if you don't disconnect the battery."

Syndacate

Hey just a Q..

Do they center align an aftermarket steering wheel the same way they center align a stock steering wheel?

(they being an alignment shop)

SilverEkHatch15

So is the QR supposed to release right out of the box? Or does it need to be installed and all that to do it?

SilverEkHatch15

bump

2coupes

it will release out of the box, but it's tighter since it hasn't been "released" before, plus it's hard to do with only 2 hands when it's not on the steering column

SilverEkHatch15

So when i attach to the hub and have the wheel in it will release easier? Because I cant do it now and dont want to get it all installed and have it not work. Thanks a lot i appreciate all the info.

spoonhatchblack