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Did I ever hear of Bunny Berigan? Man, he was the coolest horn player and his recording of "I Can't Get Started With you" is still played regularly!!! One of the best known trumpet riffs ever. I never met him - I was only in my teens when he organized his own band. I believe he began with Benny Goodman in the late 1930's.The last note of that tune is woinderful - a staccato blast!!! He did Wisconsin proud!!
LMBRL
Took my carbon grey/taupe RL tuesday of this week. After a week with it and coming from an 03 330i I could not be happier. My BMW was a 4-door sports car but my new RL is just about as beautiful a car as I could have ever wanted. I parked next to an infiniti M35 the other night and just looked at the 2 cars. I personally feel the RL is so much better looking. There is no comparing the BMW to the RL b/c they are too different. But for where I am in my life, this is perfect.
2- questions.
1. $3000 total down, 15K a year, $588 a month (taxes included). Does this sound good?
2. This is the big question, I love my car but, a day after getting it an illuminated red line appeared running down the nav screen, in all modes. I brought it into the dealer and they definitely wanted to get the car in for a look. The one service guy said they might have to replace the unit. Then on Saturday night, the line was gone and has not reappeared. Since it is a lease, i might wait until the problem comes back. Has anyone experienced the same problem and what do you think I should do?
thanks for the help
JT
"Acura today unveiled the Acura Music Link iPod(R) adaptor, which allows seamless integration between iPod and Acura audio systems. The new accessory developed by Acura enables drivers to listen to their iPod in digital sound directly through the audio system in the 2006 Acura RL, TL and TSX sedans and MDX SUV. Acura Music Link allows drivers to select their music by artist, album, genre and play list through the standard controls on the audio system head unit. Additionally, the Acura Music Link adaptor will be the first to include text-to-speech capabilities or VoiceID, when searching through the iPod music library with the audio system controls."
This is a first for the iPod. No other car line (thus far) has allowed voice controlled iPod selections of any kind. The cost is listed as $250 plus dealer installation. Since I have multiple iPods and a 2005 RL, you can bet I will be contacting my dealer to see if this upgrade can also be attached to the 2005 RL's audio system. And I'll also wager that I won't be the only 2005 owner calling.
My suggestion is for all those interested to contact customer service to let them know there is a demand out there for it.
http://www.mp3yourcar.com/default.asp
Sorry for the delay, guys. Here's the scoop: You'll need a fairly large screwdriver, about 3/8" diameter, to fit snugly into the hole. You'll need to push it thru the rubber gasket to get a snug enough fit to accept the twist. Remember the head of the screwdriver will not be used, it only needs to fit snug thru the washer. Expect minor pressure/torque when turning the screwdriver.
Be careful that you don't turn too many times as I did initially, but adjust both sides equally. If you're using your garage wall as a guideline, pls remember that the slightest movement will be enhanced down the road. You'll need ten turns of the screwdriver.
Park your car in a parking lot at night, take 50 steps back and make sure the headlights don't shine in your face. If they do, adjust accordingly. You'll know you went too far if passing cars flash their light at you often.
Driving my RL was great, but is now even better now that I can see everything at night! :shades:
It is being recommended by Acura - they claim it to be trouble free.
Thanks.
REAR BUMPER ----Picked up the RL from the body shop about 2 hours ago and I am amazed at the great job these guys did with that rear bumper. It is absolutely right on and I am a very satisfied customer of this little shop not far from where I live. The car is like new again. The paint match is perfect.
I was happy to have my phone book downloaded into my new phone.
Happy weekend, all.
George
Appreciatively,
George
JJ:
I mailed you a few minutes ago re this. I did do the above, as well, but as I explained in my mail, my phone is reading my voice commands outside the car (on speakerphone), names that I never entered either in the car or into the new phone by voice command.Weird, but wonderful!
LMBRL
George
Also, do the few techno updates to the 2006 make it that much better than just getting a 2005 model? Doesn't seem like much difference, really!
I confess to laziness on this point - I haven't used the voice command phone feature yet. I hit the hot button for speed dial, and tell the car to "transfer." I haven't put anything in the car's phone database, seems like duplication of effort. Like I said, lazy.
Tony
-Rich
JJ: The reason why the RL's system doesn't pick up the feed, I assume, is because you've speed-dialed right from your phone itself and never activated the "Talk" button. The HFL system didn't place the call that you want to transfer. Am I being dense when I theorize that by speed-dialing you've bypassed the HFL? When you're on the HFL and want to continue the conversation when you leave the car, you simply press the "Talk" button and say "transfer." Right?
Grrrr. Where's my dad's old crystal set!
Any cautions I should check for?
Much thanks...loved driving this car. We have looked at new 5 series and E series...liked this car better than either!
Jeff
JJ: The e-815 automatically disengages when I leave the car. I do nothing - and the same when I enter. The V-551, I gather, has a different setup.
I still don't understand how the technology permits me to call, by name, entries from my e-815 phone book (voice commands), that were never entered into the RL's HFL system. If I'm calling Jack Jones, for example and say aloud "Jack Jones." the "Ja" syllable is "read" as though it was phonated - and then gives you three choices (entries) to choose from - the first is almost always correct. Amazin'!
LMBRL
I stumbled on this accidentally - hit the speed dial button on the E815; phone begins to dial; hit the HFL button on the wheel, the radio volume and fan speed lower and I say "transfer," and the HFL picks up the call from the phone while the dialed number is ringing. This has worked every time so far. Also, I have the Bluetooth connection on all the time so the phone pairs automatically every time I get in the car.
To adplusone: I bought my RL in May, now have over 17,000 miles and highly recommend the car. Minor problems: (1) had weather stripping replaced along driver side door (warranty); (2) XM radio went out for about a day and a half last weekend, but worked before and since (don't know if this is the module in the car or an XM transmission problem). I have never had any of the issues mentioned herein - no squeaky brakes, rattles, etc.
tonyinoc...Thanks for the transfer info using the speed dialing with the in sync timing of the HFL button.
sidebar to George (Acuraphile)... Now were clicking! LMBRL :P
Meanwhile, someone give me an ipod solution! It's the only thing other than a minibar missing in this superior vehicle. :shades:
Michelin created this tire for heavier sports sedans, with road noise and performance in mind. BTW: It's a very expensive tire too. At $279 each, they are high-end tires at a high-end price. Trust me, I know - I just had to replace one because of a nail in my sidewall. .
Are you sure about that? The Pilot MXM4's are also stock tires on my Accord 6-speed coupe, in addition to the Acura TSX, and some Acura TL's. Now they are starting to show up on some Accord sedans.
This was mostly an economic decision made by Acura/Honda based on their OEM relationship with Michelin. Since 245/50/17 is somewhat of an odd size, there aren't many options available, but the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires are clearly superior to the MXM4. The Dunlop SP Sport 5000 is also okay (had 'em on my A4 3.0), but the Pilot Sport A/S would be my choice.
The MXM4 is not a bad tire, but this car really deserves better shoes.
This tire is currently available for around $180 each at the Tire Rack.
I'm with you on the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S and Tire Rack offers them at $212 ea. Tire Rack prices the original Equipment MXM4 for $184 so thats only $112 more for the upgrade but then you have to get the dealer to do it and we've had feedback in this forum...the dealers are resisting. :sick:
also sgl1...$279 must be your dealer's retail...I've been there!
I waver back and forth on making the tire change as I have had no real issues with the stock tires but keeping reading the good reports about the Sport A/S and the Pirelli zero nero in particular, although the Pirelli would require a wheel change to accomodate. Would appreciate any specific comparisons you have experienced between the two Michelins. Thanks.
cstiles, I meant to ask you the same question I did jjacura regarding your specific experiences in comparing the two tires, assuming you spent some time on the stock tires before trading out to the Sport A/S tire. What specific improvements did you see? I would expect that the Sport A/S would have better handling/cornering characteristics and wondered if that has been your experience. Also any feelings about how the Sport A/S compares to the MXM4 in wet/winter traction conditions since that season is coming up quickly? Hoping there has been no trade offs in normal ride and noise comfort conditions. Thanks again.
Dennis
I appreciate the real world experiences of other RL drivers though as that is the most pertinent evaluation available.