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The wind noise is there, but I remember it being less wind noise than the TL that I test drove. I guess if I test drove another TL, I might prove to myself whether I was right or wrong, but I'm too lazy to go test drive.
Just brought it in for an oil change, but forgot to complain about the wind noise!
I took my car in to a Service Advisor and was told that they fixed the rattle and adjusted the rear sunshade, but were unable to reproduce the shifting problem. As soon as I got home, I researched the CM problem and printed the information out. I typed a letter to the Consumer Affairs Department for Infinite (as instructed by either the Owner's manual or the warranty booklet that comes with it), and attached the TB information.
Within a few days, I received two phone calls. One from the Consumer Affairs, and the other from the local Infinite dealership. They told me that they were going to replace the CM. I drove my car there, picked up a rental, and returned the following day for my I30T.
I noticed the difference immediately; although the difference in my opinion was not all positive. I felt that the shifting was now a lot carder, but it somewhat lagged the necessary torque required for that extra speed during the first two gears. It might be that I am just expecting too much, I am not sure. But anyway, the torque seems to catch up during the third and fourth gears. Believe it or not I can feel the torque pushing against my back. I am a private pilot and am ultra sensitive to thrust and -forces. I really believe that the 0-60 has improved by at least half a second.
Despite some issues, I really love my I30T. I have lightly tinted windows on the sides and rear, a sunroof defector, chrome license plate frame, and like to go for long drives, especially when it is newly washed. Besides, I am really impressed that the 3.0 liter engine has made Ward's ten best engines in the world seven years in a row. And according to Autoworld.com, "There isn't a better V-6, regardless of price". Furthermore, I would not buy a nexus Es300 or a Acura 3.2TL because they are overpriced and the dealerships don't want to negotiate (per my own personal experience!!)
Dealer had to go to Mass. to get car for a southern Conn. delivery.
After riding around this evening, found there is a definite difference
between the 98 I30 we traded in. The new one is significantly better.
Can't believe I almost had my wife talked into the TL. After driving both
models several times in the last week, the I30 is the winner in our home.
(No, I didn't drive the TLS. Here in Fairfield county, the traffic and roads
are so bad, that big horsepower is almost a waste of money.)
6 CD changer. MSRP $31,300. $28k after loyalty. Three dealers in two states
were within $350 of each other. Closest dealer to my home gave me best trade
in. That is worth 6% more due to the tax advantage. Multifat sounds like he got
a great deal. I was happy with mine and that is the thing that counts.
http://www.vtec.net/news/items/651.html
P.S. I know it's a honda site but news is news
I do notice a very slight boost in power when using premium every once in a while. I also gain around a half mile per gallon. How much you save per year depends how much you drive and how you drive. If you calculate a conservative 15 cents per gallon more over regular unleaded for each gallon and one fill up of 16.5 gallons a week, that's $128. I've calculated it out, it's not worth it to me, but to each his own. Fifteen cents is conservative for my area, where the average is twenty cents more per gallon, and I fill up more than once a week. Your mileage
may vary.
6.14) Does low octane fuel increase engine wear?
Not if you are meeting the octane requirement of the engine. If you are not meeting the octane requirement, the engine will rapidly suffer major damage due to knock. You must not use fuels that produce sustained audible knock, as engine damage will occur. If the octane is just sufficient, the engine management system will move settings to a less optimal position, and the only major penalty will be increased costs due to poor fuel economy. Whenever possible, engines should be operated at the optimum position for long-term reliability. Engine wear is mainly related to design, manufacturing, maintenance and lubrication factors. Once the octane and run-on requirements of the engine are satisfied, increased octane will have no beneficial effect on the engine. Run-on is the tendency of an engine to continue running after the ignition has been switched off, and is discussed in more detail in Section 8.2. The quality of gasoline, and the additive package used, would be more likely to affect the rate of engine wear, rather than the octane rating.
What type of fuel does the 2001 I30 Owner's manual require? I would like to know the exact words out of the owner's manual if someone could give that to me please. "Consumer Reports" magazine states that the use of premium fuel is required for the I30.
thanks
Since we have moved to our new platform, we no longer have the requirement to stop and restart discussions after the numbers of posts exceed a certain limit. Since this discussion can continue as long as anyone has anything to say about the I30, there is no longer a need for the "Part 4" that has been included in the discussion name. Down the road, that could confuse our newer members so I have removed it.
I've altered the name slightly of the original I30 discussion in the Archives to differentiate it from this active one.
Please continue...
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you can hold on for a little bit, as soon as the I-35 is unveiled, I
think the price will have to go down on the I30s. Similar to what is
going on with the Acura TL and TL-S. If they are not going to produce
both models, the I30 should drop even more as prospective buyers
opt to wait for the 2002 I35. Good luck. The car is really great.
After just over 18 months with my I30L, I've noticed that sometimes the engine seems more responsive than others, even on the same tank. Over recent weeks, I've noticed that when I rev the engine more than normal (say about 2000 rpm when driving off), the engine seems more responsive for that trip.
Fuel consumption has been 17-20 driving around L.A. and up to 31 on long trips.
pete
Thanks so much for your reply. I would be very grateful for your reference number. I plan to complain to the dealer. The car has only 400 miles on it, and I will not keep it if this cannot be fixed. You can e mail me if you wish, at mulifat@aol.com, or if you have no problem posting it here that would ne great
Thanks.
A good question...I also had a big dilemma with the TL and I30. After much research and test drives, I went with the I30. I thought the I30 was more luxurious, great bose sound system, more roomy and the interior more refined. The TL is a very nice car but the interior items seemed a little less refined....ex - wood trim, leather seats not very comfortable, small back seats. The TL is definitely more sportier but I was more interested in the overall luxury feel of my next car....with that criteria, I believe I30 wins hands down. Also, the TL is cheaper but the difference in luxury and quality made it a non-factor in my purchase.
Have fun deciding between the two cars because it will really come down to personal preference. I have my I30 for a couple of months now and I absolutely love it!!!
and I wanted to play with the sport shifter. The wife thought the TL
was smaller, too sporty and could care less about resale.
The deciding factor(s) came down to the dealerships. The Acura
people were less friendly (perception) and did not seem interested
in negotiating from their first offer. One didn't even bother to call us
back with a firm price after we had spent a saturday afternoon with
him. The second dealer claimed I didn't give him a chance after I told
him we put a deposit on the I30 (after he left us hanging for two days
to get a test drive).
My wife has always complemented on the great service she got on her
1998 I30. Anyone can sell you a car. The service after is what inspires
loyalty. Her sister has a Legend and our future daughter-in-law also
has a Legend. We were not encouraged by their service experiences.
Both the I30 and the TL are nice cars. I think the TL is sportier and the
I30 more luxurious. I am glad my wife held out for the I30. As for the
resale argument, I think the 2000 and newer I30s are going to hold up better
than the earlier ones since they are less clones of the Maxima and more
independent in design. I don't think you could go wrong with either choice.
Good luck!
Thanks
However, I opted to delete the rear spoiler, which I now regret.
Does anyone know of an after-market supplier that can provide a spoiler?
INFINITE DIVISION
Nissan North America, In.
Consumer Affairs Department
P.. Box 47038
Garden, CA 90247-6838
When I receive a reply from my letter I will post their response.
I can't understand why they can't just use better quality seals in the first place. The problem is worse in the winter time - thus cheap seals were used.
Let me know what kind of response you get!!
It may be of interest to you, but I don't know anything about the company.
Page 10-20 (Chap 10, pg 20)
Fuel Recommendation
Unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research ocatane number 96)
If unleaded premium gasoline is not available, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Research octane number 91) can be used.
However, for maximum vehicle performance, the use of unleaded premium gasoline is recommended.
Page 10-21
Octane Rating Tips
In most parts of North America, you should use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 or 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number. However, you may use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 85 AKI number in these high altitude areas ... [snip].
- Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain cruising speeds with a constant accelerator position.
- Drive at moderate speeds on the highway. Driving at high speed will lower fuel economy.
- Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. Maintain a safe distance behind other vehicles.
- Use a proper gear range which suits road conditions. On level roads, shift into high gear as soon as possible.
- Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
- Keep your engine tuned up.
- Follow the recommended periodic maintenance schedule.
- Keep the tires inflated at the correct pressure. Low pressure will increase tire wear and waste fuel.
- Keep the front wheels in correct alignment. Improper alignment will cause not only tire wear but also lower fuel economy.
- Air conditioner operation lowers fuel economy. Use the air conditioner only when necessary.
- When cruising at highway speeds, it is more economical to use the air conditioner and leave the windows closed to reduce drag.
http://www.infinitinews.com/infiniti/pr_events/2001/newyork/i35/