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08-25-08, 11:08 PM
#31
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Hey guys I just thought I might introduce myself. Im John and I just picked up my 2006 is350 about a week ago
. Got it for $29,000 OTD with about 30k miles. I love the car so far but having some trouble using the paddle shifts cause of the lag, any advice? Its stock right now and Im not planing to do much except rims, drop, and maybe a CAI
Heres some pics. Im no photographer...a matter a fact i kinda suck...
And here's some pics of my bro's 350z with Volks te37's on.
. Got it for $29,000 OTD with about 30k miles. I love the car so far but having some trouble using the paddle shifts cause of the lag, any advice? Its stock right now and Im not planing to do much except rims, drop, and maybe a CAIHeres some pics. Im no photographer...a matter a fact i kinda suck...
And here's some pics of my bro's 350z with Volks te37's on.
Looking great there!!! Congrats! But that interior grease is the worst thing for your dash! I can't believe dealerships still think it's 1990. =(
and i also put a sun visor up whenever i leave my car.
08-26-08, 08:55 AM
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Ya! as with everyone else the paddle shifters are just for decoration IMO.
That was the first thing I played with when I got my car
unfortunately with so much lag the fun died in 10min.
Welcome to CL...I see you have a short list of mods...
I suggest you limit yourself here...or else your mod list will grow..and grow...and grow...
That was the first thing I played with when I got my car
unfortunately with so much lag the fun died in 10min.
Welcome to CL...I see you have a short list of mods...
I suggest you limit yourself here...or else your mod list will grow..and grow...and grow...
08-26-08, 10:26 AM
#35
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I'll be glad to shed some light...
1) Modern cars now try to include low-gloss dash surfaces and plastics. The high gloss look was in during the 70's and 80's. It runs hand and hand with cheap-looking interiors and materials.
2) High gloss ontop the dash causes reflections on the windshield, which impairs vision.
3) The "grease" from the Armor-All gets all over the place, like on surfaces you need to grip (the steering wheel or shifter). This can cause a hazard while driving.
4) The "grease" spreads around to surfaces like the leather... which breaks it down and can accelerate cracking. Only leather-safe liquids and cleaners should touch leather.
5) The layer of "grease" from Armor-All will end up attracting major amounts of dust to stick to everything. This makes the interior of the car dirty and increases the amount of work you'll have to do to clean it.
6) Dealers often put this goop on to hide scuff marks, scratches, and make everything look uniform. If an interior was clean and well-taken care of, it would never need an additive to hide the flaws. It's a red flag sometimes.
Hope this helped! And congrats once more on your new toy!
08-27-08, 10:00 AM
#37
I'll be glad to shed some light...
1) Modern cars now try to include low-gloss dash surfaces and plastics. The high gloss look was in during the 70's and 80's. It runs hand and hand with cheap-looking interiors and materials.
2) High gloss ontop the dash causes reflections on the windshield, which impairs vision.
3) The "grease" from the Armor-All gets all over the place, like on surfaces you need to grip (the steering wheel or shifter). This can cause a hazard while driving.
4) The "grease" spreads around to surfaces like the leather... which breaks it down and can accelerate cracking. Only leather-safe liquids and cleaners should touch leather.
5) The layer of "grease" from Armor-All will end up attracting major amounts of dust to stick to everything. This makes the interior of the car dirty and increases the amount of work you'll have to do to clean it.
6) Dealers often put this goop on to hide scuff marks, scratches, and make everything look uniform. If an interior was clean and well-taken care of, it would never need an additive to hide the flaws. It's a red flag sometimes.
Hope this helped! And congrats once more on your new toy!
1) Modern cars now try to include low-gloss dash surfaces and plastics. The high gloss look was in during the 70's and 80's. It runs hand and hand with cheap-looking interiors and materials.
2) High gloss ontop the dash causes reflections on the windshield, which impairs vision.
3) The "grease" from the Armor-All gets all over the place, like on surfaces you need to grip (the steering wheel or shifter). This can cause a hazard while driving.
4) The "grease" spreads around to surfaces like the leather... which breaks it down and can accelerate cracking. Only leather-safe liquids and cleaners should touch leather.
5) The layer of "grease" from Armor-All will end up attracting major amounts of dust to stick to everything. This makes the interior of the car dirty and increases the amount of work you'll have to do to clean it.
6) Dealers often put this goop on to hide scuff marks, scratches, and make everything look uniform. If an interior was clean and well-taken care of, it would never need an additive to hide the flaws. It's a red flag sometimes.
Hope this helped! And congrats once more on your new toy!
Thanks for the advice, but i like the way armor all makes my dash looks. ive always used it, and it never touches my leather. I have leather conditioner for that. Thanks alot tho!
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