I think this was a phase-in engineering change. The non-orange stitching is the same color on all the other trim pieces. Cleans up the look. Not as dramatic.
The large thump pads were too aggressive for street and off-road use. I can still park my thumps in the 9 & 3 pockets with enough grip...
mine does the same. I have a wear mark on the left side... 2013 JKUR 10A.
btw... 9 & 3 is essential because the hewland shift-lever is right there at 3.
It has small ones. not sure I want the huge ones. I used to race Formula Ford. So far I'm going to take as is. Dealer is trying to locate an orange wheel. But I may just buy one for future reference.
my thoughts. That orange thread will become darker due to the oils and dirt on your hands. The...
Just took delivery... I ordered my Mojave on March 4. MDH: 031915.
Here's the steering wheel. Orange threads are GONE. I have thread colors that match some of the other trim pieces. not white, sliver or gold...