Steering Wheels

Steering wheel technology hasn’t changed that much in recent years—round and comfortable is still the norm—but an aftermarket unit can easily improve looks and comfort. Wheel too close to the dashboard? Many aftermarket setups can accept a spacer. The result is a bit more room for your fingers. An aftermarket steering wheel can also offer the chance to change the diameter: smaller for a sportier feel and more leg room or larger for increased leverage. Moss Motors carries wheels that are appropriate for British rides, while Momo, Nardi and Sparco can help all makes and models.

Noise & Heat Barriers

If given a choice, most of us would favor a cool, quiet cockpit. Today’s solution is a couple of yards of flexible, foil-backed insulation material. These heat-reflecting materials are thin and easy to install. Thermo-Tec, Eastwood and others can help.

Wide-Band Oxygen Sensors

Quick, is your car running rich or lean? Knowing the answer can be the difference between your engine’s life and death.

In the old days, we’d sniff the tailpipe and maybe check the plugs to get an answer. Today, technology has the solution: Enter the wide-band oxygen sensor. These kits include everything needed, starting with a sensor that can track the engine’s air/fuel ratio to one decimal point. Then there’s the rest of the system, including a hand-held display unit or a gauge that can be permanently mounted. Innovate Motorsports, Zeitronix and AEM all offer comprehensive solutions.

Seats

Modern aftermarket buckets can feel great and replace those old, tattered seats. However, the latest models usually don’t look correct in an old car. Enter modern seats built with older looks. Fortunately, Cobra, Corbeau and GTS Classics all offer such solutions.