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Thanks for the update on your strut bar install and results. I decided to go for the sway bar upgrade by Progressive. I'll let you know what the results of that are. I expect it to neutralize most, if not all of the built in understeer. This should, in turn, minimize body roll. As you know, our cars don't have a lot of body roll, but less is better IMO.
My next upgrade will probably be the front and/or rear strut braces. Brake upgrades are also on my list.
Where do you find twisties to run in Florida?
I realize you live in a state where when it rains it really pours. However, living here in Oregon, where it's wet 75% of the year and rain puddles up in the troughs on our rotting highways, I had very good results with the stock Michelins.
I've since switched to Toyo Proxes FZ4s, but, seriously, I was never concerned with hydroplaning on the 16" MXV4 Energy Plus tires. I was in the habit of running 32 psi in front and 30 psi in the rears. What do you inflate your tires at? As with most things mass produced, I think there are good and not so good batches of tires from all the manufacturers. Goodyear always proved to be bad in the rain, from my experience. Hence I won't even consider them.
As for the tires, I have never been impressed with Michelin's wet traction. Tire pressure on my car is 33 in front and 32 in rear. It was just rather scary how quick the tires lost traction and hydroplaned, especially considering the rain wasn't that bad.
As for the brakes, what improvements do you plan on making? I'm thinking of upgrading to the twin piston front calipers from the XG350. Are you going to do that or go for the whole big brake aftermarket kit?
I only experience brake fade when I'm dealing with a slower traffic on the twisties. I generally slow for turns by downshifting and only use the brakes on turns I'm not familiar with. I'm not a maniac, and avoid whipping around blind curves. So brakes are adequate for now.
For looks alone, I'd prefer the Brembo set, but who wouldn't? Since I only get to really push the car once or twice a month, I'm not ready to justify the expense yet.
It's inevitable that it will happen. Best guess is 2007.
Revka
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I got to talk with the repair man as he drove me to work. He said the only major problem they seem to have is with the 2.4 liter in the Sonata and Sante Fe. They tend to run into timing belt problems. He said the V6 was a good engine though.
Anyway, everything continues to go well with my Tibby. No real problems to report other than a soft but high pitched intermittent squeak coming from the hatch trim in the mornings.
Sounds like you'll have to keep an eye on these guys, IMO.
I now have 5k and no problems to report, other than an annoying intermittent buzz coming from the hatch area. I thought I had a jingle bell rattle coming from my dash but it turned out to be my sunglasses in the overhead holder (thank god!). This car is holding up great so far and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a sporty coupe at a reasonable price.
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
Revka
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2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
http://www.hyundai-car.co.uk/press/article.asp?id=185
Respectable convertible top maker Karmann of Frankfurt is the sub-contractor for the Coupe's top and it offers the option of totally shut, open like a sunroof or totally down in convertible form with room inside not compromised by the folddown top..an important element to me as I'll want as much interior room in the Tib as possible. This is still a concept for now so public support could sway the automaker as far as actual production goes. Now for actual pictures!
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
Feel free to email me (revka@edmunds.com) if you have any questions regarding this policy; please do not address this with me here.
And now, back to the subject of Hyundai Tiburon. Thanks!
Revka
P.S. If anyone wants to see the pics, just email me (in profile) and I will give you the link.
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
Pictures can be seen here:
http://www.ciudad.com.ar/online3/00000000000090361.jpg
http://img.interia.pl/motoryzacja/nimg/moto365840.jpg
Also from Kia, a cabrio prototype:
http://img.interia.pl/motoryzacja/nimg/moto368885.jpg
http://img.interia.pl/motoryzacja/nimg/moto368887.jpg
http://img.interia.pl/motoryzacja/nimg/moto368889.jpg
Revka
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
You might not find it that surprising that stock G35's and 350Z's are not that much faster than the GT's on the strip. You would certainly think 85-100 extra horses would make a big difference, but from what I've heard, the difference is in tenths rather than seconds. Granted, the Tiburons referred to have cold air intakes and some have aftermarket exhausts, but that usually only amounts to 20-30 extra HP.
I think the GT's power is somewhat underrated. There are times I'd swear I had a turbo the way she hauls!
Personally, I'm glad I have the 16" wheels and low spoiler. The high spoiler cuts down on rear visibility and the 17" wheels make the ride too rough. The metal trim sounds like a good addition that should help brighten the interior some.
I'm disappointed to see they've softened up the suspension. I'm sure that will sell more cars, but will also subtract from the handling and increase body roll. Glad I bought the '03 GT!
Revka
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2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
Hyundai has released 2004 model year pricing for the Tiburon. The MSRP increased an average of USD 610 or 3.65 percent. The pricing actions reflect the manufacturer's attempt to repackage the content to better match consumer demand and simplify orders.
The base Tiburon gets a new 2.0-liter engine featuring continuously variable valve timing (CVVT) along with a standard low-height rear spoiler. Changes have also been made to the GT models as well. All Tiburon's receive metal-grain interior accents and newly styled, black and silver mesh floor mats. The Infinity sound system, previously standard on the GT is now optional on all models.
All option packages have been re-contented and re-priced.
Destination charges remain unchanged at USD 540.
Standard equipment for GT V6 models include:
- cloth seats
- 17" Michelin Pilot tires
- more comfortable suspension set-up
- modified dual exhaust
- high-height rear spoiler
- aluminum pedals (6MT)
New colors are also available:
- Sterling replaces Silver Blue
- Moonlit Blue replaces Carbon Blue.
- Tidal Wave (new color)
- Mystic Teal (discontinued)
Prices are as follows:
BASE three-door coupe: USD 16,999
BASE 4AT three-door coupe: USD 17,899
GT V6 three-door coupe: USD 18,199
GT V6 4AT three-door coupe: USD 19,099
GT V6 6MT three-door coupe: USD 19,149