Has anyone removed their wiper arms?
08-23-2006, 11:00 AM
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Originally Posted by inkedup
Yes I did remove the wipers on my old integra, and no I never drove that car in the rain. Trust me I completely understand your guys point of view. Im not trying to insult anyones intellect, but Id expect the same from you. Its probably hard for you to imagine how picky I am about my car, but I take care of it like some old timer would take care of his roadster. Its a weekend car, permitted the weather is nice and other than that I dont have much free time on my weekdays. In the winter my previous car just sat in the garage with a battery tender which is what I plan to do with this one as well.
Never got around to removing the wipers today though, but I did get my Tein basics and Comptech rear sway bar installed.
Never got around to removing the wipers today though, but I did get my Tein basics and Comptech rear sway bar installed.
08-23-2006, 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by inkedup
I only drive it locally on the weekends and occasional nice days after work. I NEVER drive on the expressway or go on any type of road trip with the car. I can honestly say I never had a situation in my previous car where I needed the wipers. I dont let rain touch my car plain and simple.
Since Im so anal about keeping my car clean I always have a MF towel and a bottle of Poorboys Spray & Wipe (quick detailer) in the trunk just in case I need to clean off a bug or something. In some rare situation that my windsheild was sprayed with so much water from a hydrant leak that it inhibited my capability to drive. I would just pull over and wipe the glass down with my MF towel. I hardly use the wipers in my daily driver Blazer since I keep my windows polished and waxed, the water just glides off.
Since Im so anal about keeping my car clean I always have a MF towel and a bottle of Poorboys Spray & Wipe (quick detailer) in the trunk just in case I need to clean off a bug or something. In some rare situation that my windsheild was sprayed with so much water from a hydrant leak that it inhibited my capability to drive. I would just pull over and wipe the glass down with my MF towel. I hardly use the wipers in my daily driver Blazer since I keep my windows polished and waxed, the water just glides off.
you need to see a shrink, seriously
08-23-2006, 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by inkedup
Yeah I would if I had a clean stretch of highway to travel but Im right outside of Chicago and currently EVERYTHING is under construction. And after reading all the horrible reviews about the TSX's paint chipping problems Im timid to ever take it on the highway. There is a few backroads I can hit up in my area but Im still breaking the motor in.
08-23-2006, 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by crispy34
I agree.....take the car out and have some fun. Go take it on the highway for once and open it up, REDLINE it, vtec sounds sweet.
This isnt a Ferrari where some are garage queens....if you are planning to sell it, a buyer would really question the very low mileage for a car of this calibre.
This isnt a Ferrari where some are garage queens....if you are planning to sell it, a buyer would really question the very low mileage for a car of this calibre.
. But it really makes no difference he wants his car to look clean, he makes the payments so he will have a wiperless car.
08-23-2006, 03:37 PM
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It puts the lotion on the skin or it gets the hose again.....
08-23-2006, 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by inkedup
Yes I did remove the wipers on my old integra, and no I never drove that car in the rain.
I live in the Mid-west too, but the weather forecasts don't really match up sometimes..
08-23-2006, 04:59 PM
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Originally Posted by taz98spin
What weather source do you use to get the forecasts?!
I live in the Mid-west too, but the weather forecasts don't really match up sometimes..
I live in the Mid-west too, but the weather forecasts don't really match up sometimes..
08-23-2006, 05:01 PM
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Originally Posted by vwong
With what you just posted there, I really think that you shouldn't have bought the car from the beginning. Since the purpose of this car is a "weekend" car, but you don't want to drive it because of potential paint chip. So, how the hell are you going to enjoy your "weekend" car? Just go buy yourself a beater.
I didnt know about the paint chip problem till after I purchased the car and found this forum. I enjoy driving my car locally, its not neccesary for me to be on the highway, farmroads work just fine. I already own a beater, no need for two.
08-23-2006, 06:17 PM
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Eeyore,
I just pissed myself laughing at your avatar!
I just pissed myself laughing at your avatar!
08-23-2006, 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by godfather2
^ looks clean, please just be careful ...
Its hard to be carefull when your middle name is Danger, that must explain my suicidal modification... removing the wiper arms "GASP"
thanks man
08-23-2006, 07:03 PM
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Originally Posted by inkedup
Wipers are in the trunk in case of an emergency.
08-23-2006, 08:33 PM
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It does look clean, I'll give you that much, still think you're crazy for doing it
Are you going for aftermarket wheels? Still testing waters as far as what looks good on CGP for reasonable $$
Are you going for aftermarket wheels? Still testing waters as far as what looks good on CGP for reasonable $$
08-24-2006, 04:58 AM
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I pre ordered a set of Volk TE37 time attacks but I was told they would of been shipped by now so I dont know what the big delay is.
I also like... weds sport tc-005, Work XD9, and the G games sidewinders. If I was going for something cheaper Id probably just get a set of 06 RSX wheels.
I also like... weds sport tc-005, Work XD9, and the G games sidewinders. If I was going for something cheaper Id probably just get a set of 06 RSX wheels.
08-24-2006, 11:55 AM
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Originally Posted by afax226
Looks clean. Do you drain the washer fluid too? An accidental squirt of the washer fluid may not be fun.
08-24-2006, 02:07 PM
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I have to admit it looks clean, it'd be great if the wipers were tucked in the cowl and came out when you use them, like a lot of the older American cars were. The '04 wipers are big honkin things sticking up, especially when looking out the windshield.
I'll bet Jtso could weld up a diy wiper-coming-out-of-the-cowl mod.
I'll bet Jtso could weld up a diy wiper-coming-out-of-the-cowl mod.
08-24-2006, 03:16 PM
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Originally Posted by peter_bigblock
I have to admit it looks clean, it'd be great if the wipers were tucked in the cowl and came out when you use them, like a lot of the older American cars were. The '04 wipers are big honkin things sticking up, especially when looking out the windshield.
I'll bet Jtso could weld up a diy wiper-coming-out-of-the-cowl mod.
I'll bet Jtso could weld up a diy wiper-coming-out-of-the-cowl mod.
The TL wipers are tucked in....kinda
08-24-2006, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by DLTSX6MT
Heck, I'm just happy that our windshield washer nozzles are tucked under the hood instead of mounted on the hood like two nipples in cold weather.
08-24-2006, 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by inkedup
lol, no but that may be a good idea. I accidently sprayed some on my windshield when I first bought the car when I was still getting used to the controls.
While at it, remove the motor and the mechanism associated with the wiper system. That'll save you some weight too.Sorry, I still think that this is a stupid mod for a street car.
08-24-2006, 08:13 PM
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Look, it's a fashion (for cars) thing. I think for a show car, SURE, do it. For a road car, NO WAY.
Remember when it was fashionable to remove the laces from your sneakers? Not too practical if you had to run from something, but is looked good at the time. By the way, if you are 16 years old and don't know what "time" I am referring to, it was right around when parachute pants were cool, and break-dancing on a piece of cardboard was wild stuff.
OK, I will crawl back into my cave and never post in this thread again, promise.
Remember when it was fashionable to remove the laces from your sneakers? Not too practical if you had to run from something, but is looked good at the time. By the way, if you are 16 years old and don't know what "time" I am referring to, it was right around when parachute pants were cool, and break-dancing on a piece of cardboard was wild stuff.
OK, I will crawl back into my cave and never post in this thread again, promise.
08-25-2006, 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by inkedup
sorry man but that was a very weak attempt at being funny, get some better material.
Where am I rains at least two times a week...
I wish I don't need them...
08-25-2006, 03:22 PM
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I just had a phone conversation with my State Farm agent, where I took the opportunity to pose your issue.
He informed me that it is, in fact, illegal to operate a motor vehicle in illinois sans windshield wipers. Given that, keep up the good work, and try to avoid any roadside safety checks this month before labour day.
He informed me that it is, in fact, illegal to operate a motor vehicle in illinois sans windshield wipers. Given that, keep up the good work, and try to avoid any roadside safety checks this month before labour day.
08-25-2006, 03:24 PM
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ILLINOIS RULES OF THE ROAD
CHAPTER 11: RULES FOR SAFE DRIVING
http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/publications/rules_of_the_road/rr_chap11.html
WIPERS: Wipers must operate properly to clear the windshield of ice, snow and moisture.
CHAPTER 11: RULES FOR SAFE DRIVING
http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/publications/rules_of_the_road/rr_chap11.html
WIPERS: Wipers must operate properly to clear the windshield of ice, snow and moisture.
08-25-2006, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by fuckleberry
haha I'd like to see the cop's face when genius here says:
"but officer, i swear to God, I REALLY REALLY REALLY ONLY drive super-short distance on 100% DRY DAYS !!!!"
"but officer, i swear to God, I REALLY REALLY REALLY ONLY drive super-short distance on 100% DRY DAYS !!!!"
08-25-2006, 07:14 PM
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First of all I live in Indiana, and secondly I find it funny that you guys actually think a cop is going to be looking for my removed wipers.
"So whats with the road block officer?"
-Were on the hunt for criminals operating vehicles with removed wipers and your our number one suspect.
"But Im too young to go to jail"
-Enough out of you wonderboy, hands behind your back.
Its against the law to not have a third brake light but I removed that from my back window of the integra and never had a single problem in 3 years.
runner453, thanks for wasting your time on the phone with your state farm agent and for the genius compliment.
"So whats with the road block officer?"
-Were on the hunt for criminals operating vehicles with removed wipers and your our number one suspect.
"But Im too young to go to jail"
-Enough out of you wonderboy, hands behind your back.
Its against the law to not have a third brake light but I removed that from my back window of the integra and never had a single problem in 3 years.
runner453, thanks for wasting your time on the phone with your state farm agent and for the genius compliment.
08-25-2006, 07:56 PM
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Originally Posted by inkedup
First of all I live in Indiana
you're a hack. enjoy indiana. If you can't see the cbd from where you live, you don't live *near* the windy city.
anyways, rock on. The whole point of arguing with you is inane, as you are free to do whatever you would like with your money. I suppose you probably have more important things to worry about as you drive through Gary. Don't forgot to lock your doors!