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Old 10-10-2012, 11:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Goobers
did you try contacting eibach?
not yet coz i didn't buy this at the dealer. it's a used.
anyone has the same issue here?
 
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Old 10-10-2012, 11:47 PM
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today i wash my fit but then rite whn i was done it rain sad it was a dumb move...n install a set of super 6 rims on looks arite
 
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Old 10-10-2012, 11:48 PM
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Nice. CotA looks like it is going to be a really decent circuit.

EDIT: In response to Hayden's post on the previous page.
 
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Old 10-11-2012, 12:24 AM
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Originally Posted by specboy
The eibach is upside down because you guys drive on the wrong side of car/road. If you drove on the other side, it would be just fine. IT also may be that the Eibachs are actually right side up but because you are below the equator, the car is upside down.

Sorry, couldn't resist

I'd contact Eibach but it is probably just the name stamping process. Others may be able to assist verifying this (or you might be able to see if others have he same issue in pics on some threads here)

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Old 10-11-2012, 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by 555sexydrive
Nice. CotA looks like it is going to be a really decent circuit.

EDIT: In response to Hayden's post on the previous page.
Yeah, it looks like it will be amazing.

I hope they can get GPoA confirmed and completed as well (for next year).
 
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Old 10-11-2012, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Dwalbert320
Thanks Kenchan for the velcro tip on the mats.....scuffed them up nicely with some sand paper first. Good idea on the taping the carpet with masking tape to keep the salt off this winter.

sounds good!

yah, before you put the masking tape on the carpet, i suggest lessening the adhesivity on the tape by picking up dust on your seats first. otherwise the ahesive could potentially separate and stick to your carpet when left for a prolonged time. since it's cold outside in the winter, i doubt it, but just as a precaution. that's what i will be doing too.


Originally Posted by Matt_chang
today i wash my fit but then rite whn i was done it rain sad it was a dumb move...n install a set of super 6 rims on looks arite
yah, rain sucks. sorry to hear. i recommend this product when such thing happens so that you dnt have to re-wash the car all over again with a hose. this product has super lubricity vs quickdetailer so it will prevent swirls if used correctly with plush microfiber towels. i buy this stuff by the gallons.

Spray-On Car Wash Kit - Cleaners - Car Washing - Car Care - Griot's Garage
 
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Old 10-11-2012, 10:15 AM
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for me, another beautiful autumn day here so back up the GE out of the way to pull out my G.
 
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Old 10-11-2012, 03:28 PM
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Went 180km in total for the past 2 days KL-Kajang meeting with authority for KL 2012 Nike Run, which is going to be held this Sat.
 
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Old 10-11-2012, 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by kenchan
for me, another beautiful autumn day here so back up the GE out of the way to pull out my G.
Like me, in a way. I backed up my GE to get out of the way to pull out my 212-5 because it was a fairly nice day.

Truth be told, I'd rather drive the Fit than the 212-5; it's quieter, more comfortable, quicker, and gets better milage. Unfortunately, it doesn't make the grass shorter.
 
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Old 10-11-2012, 07:07 PM
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28,000 on the 2012. Went to 0-20 Amsoil Signature blend and Amsoil in the gearbox also.
 
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Old 10-11-2012, 09:25 PM
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What did I do?

I got a Viper Smart Start system installed. The only issue.... my only compatible device is an iPod Touch!! I have a "dumb phone," and while my Xoom has Android, the software isn't compatible for some reason. Maybe, in May, I'll get a smarter phone.

Estimated install time: 5.5 hours
Actual time: 7.5 hours

Tech told me he had to redo one because the brain was bad... another, because it didn't work with a manual trans.

I ended up late for work. No, I couldn't just drop it off, because I need my car to do deliveries.
 
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Old 10-11-2012, 09:27 PM
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Finally figured out how to get to the gauge cluster (I was trying to get the steering wheel off, but ended up figuring that out instead! Thankfully, I have the service manual coming, so I will figure out the steering wheel with that!) so I painted the gauge rings and shift knob cover.

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I also got around to painting the H badges. Don't forget to mask!

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and here they are finished. (better sunlit pictures eventually!)

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Old 10-11-2012, 09:54 PM
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Originally Posted by x_25
Finally figured out how to get to the gauge cluster (I was trying to get the steering wheel off, but ended up figuring that out instead! Thankfully, I have the service manual coming, so I will figure out the steering wheel with that!) so I painted the gauge rings and shift knob cover.



I also got around to painting the H badges. Don't forget to mask!





and here they are finished. (better sunlit pictures eventually!)



suits pretty well.
be different....
 
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Old 10-12-2012, 02:10 AM
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White badges look really cool!
 
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Old 10-12-2012, 08:38 AM
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Originally Posted by x_25
Finally figured out how to get to the gauge cluster (I was trying to get the steering wheel off, but ended up figuring that out instead! Thankfully, I have the service manual coming, so I will figure out the steering wheel with that!) so I painted the gauge rings and shift knob cover.

Where is the picture of the dash with the rings installed?
 
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Old 10-12-2012, 09:04 AM
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Originally Posted by x4x5x1x
Where is the picture of the dash with the rings installed?
In the future. You will need to rent a time machine.

I painted those fairly late last night, and wanted to wait for the paint to harden before installing them. The stuff stays soft and esilly scratchable for a while.
 
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Old 10-12-2012, 11:06 AM
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white pasti-dip would've been much easier to do, cause you just mask a general area and spray... then peel back where you dont want the product on the rest of the car.


for me, drove the GE to work. my G is taking a nap until next week.
 
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Old 10-12-2012, 05:57 PM
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Today, I drove it to work and back, then reinstalled the gauge trim rings and cleaned the dash for a picture! (tomorrow is clean the rest of the inside!)

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I eventually want to do the HVAC knobs, steering wheel trim, the H on the steering wheel (that one will be fun...) the little cap on the hand break and the door handles, all in white.

also took some better lit (though the sun didn't want to come out for me) pictures of the H's

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Old 10-12-2012, 06:10 PM
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Interesting look. If you're gonna paint the steering emblem, have fun. That's some serious taping. Also you can't remove it to paint it, cuz once it's off, it's off. I'd almost just recommend getting this steering emblem - GrafiXpressions - Express yourself in vinyl form!..., then getting this overlay in white - GrafiXpressions - Express yourself in vinyl form!....
 
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Old 10-12-2012, 06:23 PM
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More of what I'm doing to the FITs out there (here in IL)

Giving away a Mother's goody bag & LED DRL set for FREE on ou BBQ MEET tomorrow and CREWS show on Sunday!!!


 


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