Sedan Chat Thread
11-11-2014, 08:32 PM
#4771
Thank you, for some reason I have to agree with Brad, I like the picture in the tunnel more, like he said it came out to perfection and as soon as I saw it, I loved how the tunnel ends right there and then there's the sunlight ! 
Thank you Brad, I 100% agree with you on that. see the reply to Kirk above
Thank you Alex, appreciate it, yours looks immaculate !
I think you are right, probably because I didn't upload the full size image , as those are quite big and would be all up in your face kind of pictures while looking at the screen.
And like I said I dig the rear rolling shot better, also there are some more pictures in the works ! it's not all of them yet
Thank you Brad, I 100% agree with you on that. see the reply to Kirk above
Thank you Alex, appreciate it, yours looks immaculate !
I think you are right, probably because I didn't upload the full size image , as those are quite big and would be all up in your face kind of pictures while looking at the screen.
And like I said I dig the rear rolling shot better, also there are some more pictures in the works ! it's not all of them yet
11-11-2014, 09:21 PM
#4772
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Yep. 15mm, front and back.
These are 15mm, not 20's. They're not flush. In fact, it looks very normal. But I hear ya... We'lll compare notes mid-winter.
Yes, 7.5" fronts and 8.5" rears... RWD Sedan Sport Rims.
I'll take pics tomorrow. No biggie.
maybe they look good... but not really functional especially lowered in snow with snow tires , as there is low clearance and the snow will splatter all over the fender line and will freeze up, hence the reason why I'm not gonna use my spacers on my duckfeet, instead I'll have more clearance for the snow to be coming out of the tire tread, which translates into that it won't get clogged up around the fender line and snow will have a path to come out of the fender area, and also the narrower the distance between the wheels : RL to RR or FL to FR and the narrower the tires, the better traction in snow. hopefully that makes some sense 
I'll take pics tomorrow. No biggie.
11-11-2014, 09:27 PM
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Blizzak LM-60. Third winter, still lots of tread, but I'm low mileage. I really hate them. 
Put them on the car today because it was nearly 70* and perfect weather for spending the day outdoors, particularly since freezing temps are only a day away. Some weird things going on weather wise in North America.
Guys, how come my TPMS hasn't lit up yet? Usually only takes a half mile for it to turn on when there's a tire out of range, or a mismatched set of sensors. But I drove about five miles this evening, and the console is still clean. WTF?
Put them on the car today because it was nearly 70* and perfect weather for spending the day outdoors, particularly since freezing temps are only a day away. Some weird things going on weather wise in North America.Guys, how come my TPMS hasn't lit up yet? Usually only takes a half mile for it to turn on when there's a tire out of range, or a mismatched set of sensors. But I drove about five miles this evening, and the console is still clean. WTF?
Last edited by Rochester; 11-11-2014 at 10:29 PM.
11-11-2014, 11:17 PM
#4775
Blizzak LM-60. Third winter, still lots of tread, but I'm low mileage. I really hate them. Put them on the car today because it was nearly 70* and perfect weather for spending the day outdoors, particularly since freezing temps are only a day away. Some weird things going on weather wise in North America.
Guys, how come my TPMS hasn't lit up yet? Usually only takes a half mile for it to turn on when there's a tire out of range, or a mismatched set of sensors. But I drove about five miles this evening, and the console is still clean. WTF?
Put them on the car today because it was nearly 70* and perfect weather for spending the day outdoors, particularly since freezing temps are only a day away. Some weird things going on weather wise in North America.Guys, how come my TPMS hasn't lit up yet? Usually only takes a half mile for it to turn on when there's a tire out of range, or a mismatched set of sensors. But I drove about five miles this evening, and the console is still clean. WTF?
11-12-2014, 07:28 AM
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Last edited by Rochester; 11-12-2014 at 08:17 AM.
11-12-2014, 05:38 PM
#4779
Mine are already on. Michelin Pilot AS/3's...tsk...tsk. 
Granted we don't get much snow to speak of in Texas, but I drove to work last January in 6 inches of snow. They did fine for the most part except some spin when taking off from stop lights, even with ginger application of skinny pedal.
Do the snow tires really grip that much better than all seasons? My understanding is that if you have your tires siped, you essentially get the same benefit as a snow tire. Granted, I'm speaking from a southern winter perspective and while I'm from the northeast, all of my adult years have been in the south. I know NE winters are much harsher than ours and I have limited drive time in winter in the northeast.
Is the rubber compound a lot softer on snow tires? Thx in advance for educating me.
Granted we don't get much snow to speak of in Texas, but I drove to work last January in 6 inches of snow. They did fine for the most part except some spin when taking off from stop lights, even with ginger application of skinny pedal.Do the snow tires really grip that much better than all seasons? My understanding is that if you have your tires siped, you essentially get the same benefit as a snow tire. Granted, I'm speaking from a southern winter perspective and while I'm from the northeast, all of my adult years have been in the south. I know NE winters are much harsher than ours and I have limited drive time in winter in the northeast.
Is the rubber compound a lot softer on snow tires? Thx in advance for educating me.
11-12-2014, 05:44 PM
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AFAIK, Grip on snow is all in the tread design. Ditto that for water displacement. Whereas grip on ice is all about the tire compound.
And I never got out today for pics of the duckfeet w/spacers. My bad. Soon enough, I'm sure.
And I never got out today for pics of the duckfeet w/spacers. My bad. Soon enough, I'm sure.
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11-12-2014, 06:38 PM
#4781
So, around 11:30 today my boss called me in and told me he was eliminating my position today--after a mere 3.5 months on the job. I got a very generous separation package.
At 2:00 I accepted another job offer.
I have a bit of a budget surplus
So....I think I should treat my car to something. Short throw shifter or spacers?
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11-12-2014, 06:47 PM
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I may put the old wheels and tires back on with spacers haven't decided yet. Coils are going on today so I didn't want to change too much. Should probably just go buy some all seasons I suppose.
11-12-2014, 07:03 PM
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So, around 11:30 today my boss called me in and told me he was eliminating my position today--after a mere 3.5 months on the job. I got a very generous separation package.
At 2:00 I accepted another job offer.
I have a bit of a budget surplus
So....I think I should treat my car to something. Short throw shifter or spacers?
So, around 11:30 today my boss called me in and told me he was eliminating my position today--after a mere 3.5 months on the job. I got a very generous separation package.
At 2:00 I accepted another job offer.
I have a bit of a budget surplus
So....I think I should treat my car to something. Short throw shifter or spacers?
But I say that selfishly. I'm planning on a STS next summer, but if you get it now I can do it vicariously through you. That didn't sound too creepy...
Wait. WTF? Do both, man. Spacers aren't more than $200, and the STS isn't more than $250 (plus install).
11-12-2014, 08:00 PM
#4785
Anyone know if the steering wheels have changed since 2011?
Just got a brand new replacement steering wheel (long story short it was scratched) and its not the same deep black as I remember it...more of like a dark gray. Nor does it feel like the hard leather either. Bit on the alcantara side in terms of feeling.
Will check it up with service this weekend but figured someone would have this bit of info before I do.
Just got a brand new replacement steering wheel (long story short it was scratched) and its not the same deep black as I remember it...more of like a dark gray. Nor does it feel like the hard leather either. Bit on the alcantara side in terms of feeling.
Will check it up with service this weekend but figured someone would have this bit of info before I do.