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That's a good point about the spoiler not being in exactly the right position...the drill template makes it pretty tough to improperly position the spoiler, but it's entirely possible that the alignment from one side to the other might have been slightly out of place, making it hard for the tape to hold it in that position.
I also wonder if I might have washed the car too soon after installing the spoiler. I can't remember for sure, but I think I washed it less than 24 hours later. Even though the instructions don't say anything about waiting to wash the car for any length of time after installation, maybe the tape wasn't ready to get wet yet. I waited almost a week after re-installing it with the new tape and it seems to be holding just fine so far.
Even with the problems, I'd recommend the decklid spoiler. It looks great and I don't see very many 03-05 Accords with them, so it makes the car a little more unique.
Mrbill
The On board Nav. is great and everything else is too, but I find myself wanting to do more and more to the car. First I had the Windows Tinted and I had a rear lighted spoiler put on, (BTW: any truth to having to have the trunk spring upgraded??) then I added a Motorola BLNC 1000 Bluetooth Car Kit to my car, (the Bluetooth device lets my cell phone work thru my car with a push of a button PRICELESS!!!). Now I find I want to add more and more to the car, but do not know where to go next, Chrome Tail Pipe inserts, Fog Lights, different trim options inside the car etc .
Does anyone have any thoughts on where to go next?
Roger678
I got mine from Majestic Honda (hondaautomotiveparts.com). Look under "rear tray-side lining" in the parts menu for the EX V6 model.
You will need:
Liner # 84630-SDB-A20ZA $35.58
and 12 clips:
2 clips # 90666-SA7-003ZW $3.76 ($1.88 each)
2 clips # 91561-S84-A21ZA $0.82 ($0.41 each)
8 clips # 90667-S0D-003ZC $10.88 ($1.36 each)
Shipping the liner costs a bundle. It's one molded piece, so it can't be folded and requires a very large box. After shipping & handling the total was around $85.
Installing it takes less than 15 minutes. There are 3 different sizes of clips but it's very easy to figure out which clip goes where. The liner is very light and doesn't seem to add any significant weight to the trunk lid at all.
Mrbill
Do you have any ideas for accessing the motor in an accord stationwagon?
Thank you for your reply.
What would you suggest - WD40 or all purpose oil?
Good luck
Mrbill
g35 coupe and he claims it's more responsive. In addition, he said to change the muffler. It can add HP.
I know that the dealer charges way too much to have parts installed to your accord (ex, spoiler, fog lights, etc) Does anyone know how much honda charges for teir sports package anyway? I'm just curious as to how much of a savings it really is.
You'll find some Sport Package pricing here:
http://www.handa-accessories.com/accext03.html
I don't necessarily know much about cars, so forgive me if I sound stupid.
Best Regards,
Highroller
Thanks,
S
This is my 3rd Honda, wish I new of this site earlier.
Also, is your state a diminished value state? In some cases you could sue for diminished value since your car is newer and it's value has presumably been decreased by the accident.
I've been reading about how you shouldn't accept things like rustproofing, window etching and paint sealant form the dealer b/c there are just things they throw in to make a profit. As far as paint sealant is concerned, is this something you can easily do yourself? What are some of the off the shelf paint sealants? Thanks for your help
kevin
If you are writing about a brand new vehicle, you have absolutely no need for any kind of paint sealant. Don't waste your money. If you want, you can apply a coat of wax once or twice a year. But it's not necessary.
As long as water "beads" on your horzontal surfaces (hood, roof, trunk) you know that your paint is in fine shape. It will no doubt stay that way without any care for a minimum of four or five years.
My sentiments exactly. If it was the other lady's fault then dgsxrr should be able to get new OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer, i.e. in this case Honda) parts.
Before looking into a lawyer though, you might want to look at small claims court.
Also do not sign any release or accept any checks for partial payment (many times this releases the insurance compnay from any further liability). Document all of your costs and keep the receipts.
The lady's insurance compnay is just trying to bully you to save themselves money. The sad thing is they can get away with bullying a lot of the time.
Good Luck dgsxrr,
MidCow
A. A little higher
B. has more or softer padding
My car is silver and thus the interior is black. I've also noticed that the black material on the armrest seems to show wear from use more than I would like it too for a year old car.
Anyone else notice this?
Thanks to all.
Since you don't like the one that's there, why not just take the top to an auto upholster and have them make a higher more padded top?
I also have seen someone that sewed a homemade pad for their car. It just strapped on to the origional armrest, I think with a couple of velcro straps.
1) hood is stamped by Honda, making it a Factory part,
2) AC compressor is made by Denso, a non-Honda company, making that an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer for the final assembler) part, and
3) Brembo brake rotors, if equipped, are Aftermarket parts
Thanks a bunch, people
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/03-05-Honda-Accord-Coupe-Sedan-Painted-Rear-Spoiler_W0QQite- mZ7993943408QQcategoryZ33638QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem#ebayphotohosting
I'm thinking about purchasing accessory alloy wheels for my 2005 LX V6. Does anyone have any suggestions on where (i.e., website) I could get the best deal? These best I've seen so far was at hondapartscheap.com where they were $156.00 each and another $25 for shipping. Thank you!
The ebay listing to which you linked is no longer available. Since you didn't specify whether you are driving a sedan or coupe, I'll presume it's the sedan. Here are spoiler installation instructions so you can decide for yourself about how hard it might be to install:
Wing Spoiler:
http://www.handa-accessories.com/accord/03-4drwing.pdf
Deck Lid Spoiler:
http://www.handa-accessories.com/accord/03-4drdeck.pdf
Mrbill
Mrbill
If your serious about needing leather, the safest way would be locating seats from a wrecked EX-L. You would get upgraded power seats, (provided that the electrical connections are in your LX).
I hate to say it, but if you wanted leather, you should have upgraded to an EX-L.
Mrbill
I did consider EX-L but prices were almost 3.5 k higher as I paid 16864 for 05 LX auto 4D. It makes sense if airbags sensors don't work. When I asked the dealer he said they can do that in 1000 bucks-some one comes to their dealership to install but he wasn't sure about sensors. I guess they just want to do buisiness.
My question would also be with the installer, is their work certified to be compatible with the airbag? I would hope the dealer is offering something that Honda is also willing to stand behind just in case.
Mrbill
But I'm considering asking if they could change out the deck lid spoiler with the rear wing spoiler if I paid the price difference. Has anyone ever done this before? Do you know if the holes drilled for the deck lid spoiler would be in the same place as those needed for the wing spoiler? I wouldn't want to make the change if the holes drilled wouldn't be the same.
Thanks for any help/advice you can give!
Jennifer
Thanks!
The holes will not match they aren"t even close. These deck lid spoiler although nice looking have something wrong with them. My dealer just installed another one on my 05 Accord 4door. All that done was transfer the space under it from the top driver side to the bottom passenger side. It looked fine when I left the dealer but the whole side had came undone in 3 days I saw when I washed the car. It is better then having the space on the top but it is still not ok. I met another owner who has the deck lid spoiler he said he has been back to the dealer 5 times with his and it is still not perfect. he bought his from a different dealer. I May try to fix it myself.