Steering wheel/console questions

[Spartan]

I was looking at a crack ing my wheel and it looks to be cast in color. That is to say it doesn't look painted. I read posts where guys/gals paint to match interior etc and was wondering if all wheels and consoles are painted factory or cast in color? Thanks
Nim

[FirstOwner69]

For the 69-72 trucks, at least the black wheels were cast in color. Not sure of other colors. I THINK they were also cast in though. I don't recall ever seen an original for those years with an underlying color exposed from wear. I have, however, see 67/68 wheels that do show underlying color (black).

Consoles were painted.

[Spartan]

Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

For the 69-72 trucks, at least the black wheels were cast in color. Not sure of other colors. I THINK they were also cast in though. I don't recall ever seen an original for those years with an underlying color exposed from wear. I have, however, see 67/68 wheels that do show underlying color (black).

Consoles were painted.

That's what I recall from an earlier discussion but couldn't find the thread.
Thanks for replying. I guess the only real way to find out is to cut it open some (since I'll be repairing it anyways)

Thanks again
Nim