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Time for a nap!
I just spent the last nine hours detailing my 1 day old Acura TL. I started at 7 AM. It was a labor of love. I am much more intimate with her but I have a long ways to go. In a nut shell, with about 50 miles driven, let me say this.
1. Zaino stuff kicks a$$. I followe the instructions to the letter and the car is flawless. You remember I told the dealer just to hand wash it and I would do the polishing. I didn't give them the opportunity to put scratch marks on it.
2. I don't have any squeaks or rattles. I forgot I even had a moon roof because I don't need one and will never use it. Too hot in FL.
3. I don't have any vibrations. The tires, the new compound EL42s seem just fine- although they don't give any protection to the rims. I'll have to be extra carefull.
4. The Navi goes a little wierd on me once in a while. Maybe it's just learning the area. When my selected route is straight ahead, it tells me to make a left turn. It's done that 3 times. It would be confusing if I didn't know where I was and where I was going.
5. I have yet to find a flaw, ding, mark, or scratch on the car. Believe me: I've been over it. There is one tiny speck of (tar) on the R rear wheel. That's it. And a little too much glue at the joint of the trim in the rear seat around the rignt door opening but it'll clean up.
6. I'm still playing with the audio system. So far, so good.
7. The dealer paired my Motorola V600 at delivery and it has worked flawlessly since. As others have said, it displays all on the MID except battery condition. I don't leave it open as some here have said you must do. It just stays closed in my pocket or goes on the charger cord in the top tray.
8. It's a little hairy backing up because the visibility is not good to the rear.
On Monday, I get a special ceramic tint that doesn't interfer with the electronics. Then, I will look for a clear bra. I want to keep it looking good.
I understand you can drive these things, too. Is that right?
I'm done for today. I'm working as if I'm getting paid for it! I will do the blue LEDs another day. After all, the honeymoon lasts more than one day!
<stary eyed>
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1. Zaino stuff kicks a$$. I followe the instructions to the letter and the car is flawless. You remember I told the dealer just to hand wash it and I would do the polishing. I didn't give them the opportunity to put scratch marks on it.
2. I don't have any squeaks or rattles. I forgot I even had a moon roof because I don't need one and will never use it. Too hot in FL.
3. I don't have any vibrations. The tires, the new compound EL42s seem just fine- although they don't give any protection to the rims. I'll have to be extra carefull.
4. The Navi goes a little wierd on me once in a while. Maybe it's just learning the area. When my selected route is straight ahead, it tells me to make a left turn. It's done that 3 times. It would be confusing if I didn't know where I was and where I was going.
5. I have yet to find a flaw, ding, mark, or scratch on the car. Believe me: I've been over it. There is one tiny speck of (tar) on the R rear wheel. That's it. And a little too much glue at the joint of the trim in the rear seat around the rignt door opening but it'll clean up.
6. I'm still playing with the audio system. So far, so good.
7. The dealer paired my Motorola V600 at delivery and it has worked flawlessly since. As others have said, it displays all on the MID except battery condition. I don't leave it open as some here have said you must do. It just stays closed in my pocket or goes on the charger cord in the top tray.
8. It's a little hairy backing up because the visibility is not good to the rear.
On Monday, I get a special ceramic tint that doesn't interfer with the electronics. Then, I will look for a clear bra. I want to keep it looking good.
I understand you can drive these things, too. Is that right?
I'm done for today. I'm working as if I'm getting paid for it! I will do the blue LEDs another day. After all, the honeymoon lasts more than one day!
<stary eyed>
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#122
WickedWiz, the page is looking good.
Jobes, great logo.
1hottl, where are the pics? Represent us well. No pressure.
Might I make a suggestion? I'd like to see all the modded TLs (A-spec especially)get an officer position while the rest of get relinquished to a director position. This will distinguish our NBP a little more and show some rank and file (or show that some of us are still restrained by our other half).
On a serious note - has anyone here used the spray Zaino (Z-6) between the Z-2 applications? I seem to get streaks on my attemps so I just use Z2 to to get my shine back. The direction says to use fine mists and wipe until shine, but my 100% cotton cloth gets moist after few wipes and starts to leave streaks. Any suggestions?
Jobes, great logo.
1hottl, where are the pics? Represent us well. No pressure.
Might I make a suggestion? I'd like to see all the modded TLs (A-spec especially)get an officer position while the rest of get relinquished to a director position. This will distinguish our NBP a little more and show some rank and file (or show that some of us are still restrained by our other half).
On a serious note - has anyone here used the spray Zaino (Z-6) between the Z-2 applications? I seem to get streaks on my attemps so I just use Z2 to to get my shine back. The direction says to use fine mists and wipe until shine, but my 100% cotton cloth gets moist after few wipes and starts to leave streaks. Any suggestions?
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I ordered my NBP...big suprise for the team on the way...
I ordered my NBP this past Tuesday...and can't wait for it to arrive. It should arrive between 05/12 - 05/15. I wanna join the team... I've been working on a suprise for the team today...and soon as it is complete I will unvail my treat...hehe :licka:
#124
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Z for Two
Originally Posted by casooner90
On a serious note - has anyone here used the spray Zaino (Z-6) between the Z-2 applications? I seem to get streaks on my attemps so I just use Z2 to to get my shine back. The direction says to use fine mists and wipe until shine, but my 100% cotton cloth gets moist after few wipes and starts to leave streaks. Any suggestions?
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Originally Posted by WickedWiz
Yo, Team Nighthawk
I've put together version 2 of our Ride page. Take a look at mine and let me know what you think. Something else I can add, remove, or change?
Wicked's Ride
I've put together version 2 of our Ride page. Take a look at mine and let me know what you think. Something else I can add, remove, or change?
Wicked's Ride
Very nice updated page. I will try and get pics up soon also - by the way, I would just like to say that I picked up a girl as I was getting out of my car tonight... She loves the NBP TL. Good times tonight
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I Have A Little Story To Tell
You see at approx. 0001 hours tonight I went for a ride. Not too short but not too long . After picking someone up I made my way back . I just happend to see a car that sparked something in the brain !
( I detailed that by the way . . . wasnt impressed )
So i caught up to this CLK and beagn to think . . . . naaah . . . .and I just kept on driving. I've switched lanes (center) by now and turned on my fogs light ( Dark and not alot of people on highway ) . I'm doing about 80 and the CLK started coming . . . . and coming fast I might add . . . . You know , the look of those beautiful eyes only Mercedes knows how to do (?) Well they were staring me down so I decided to get that Lovely Mercedes aquainted with my NBP freshly polished beautifull rear end ( let my taillights hypnotize them ) . Well they had other plans . Those which included passing me at 110 ! But it wasnt over yet because I knew I still had some more . So I put it to the floor. Now after I passed him at around 1?? (dont need to be bashed) I knew it was done . I took my exit , he took my exit and did a little something so he would remember. Split second turned lights off and back on . Dont worry the speed had reduced and like I said split sec . And what I forgot to mention was that the Friendly state trooper also took the exit ! I pulled over to the left and the CLK to the right. Ohh SHHH is exactly what I was thinking toooo!
All over some silly competition
BUt you gotta love competition . . . . . . So the cop gets my DL and goes back to the car . Hes back there for like 5 minutes and suddenly the guy in the CLK pulls off as and the officer walks up to me. He told me tonight was my Lucky night and then went on to tell me all the reasons why he could serve some serious things against me. He told m,e to slow down and goodnight.
( I detailed that by the way . . . wasnt impressed )
So i caught up to this CLK and beagn to think . . . . naaah . . . .and I just kept on driving. I've switched lanes (center) by now and turned on my fogs light ( Dark and not alot of people on highway ) . I'm doing about 80 and the CLK started coming . . . . and coming fast I might add . . . . You know , the look of those beautiful eyes only Mercedes knows how to do (?) Well they were staring me down so I decided to get that Lovely Mercedes aquainted with my NBP freshly polished beautifull rear end ( let my taillights hypnotize them ) . Well they had other plans . Those which included passing me at 110 ! But it wasnt over yet because I knew I still had some more . So I put it to the floor. Now after I passed him at around 1?? (dont need to be bashed) I knew it was done . I took my exit , he took my exit and did a little something so he would remember. Split second turned lights off and back on . Dont worry the speed had reduced and like I said split sec . And what I forgot to mention was that the Friendly state trooper also took the exit ! I pulled over to the left and the CLK to the right. Ohh SHHH is exactly what I was thinking toooo!
All over some silly competition
BUt you gotta love competition . . . . . . So the cop gets my DL and goes back to the car . Hes back there for like 5 minutes and suddenly the guy in the CLK pulls off as and the officer walks up to me. He told me tonight was my Lucky night and then went on to tell me all the reasons why he could serve some serious things against me. He told m,e to slow down and goodnight.
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Sorry guys I had pics in that which presented the story a little better . Who do I talk to so i can fix it ? But anyways I know it was foolish so dont bash me . I would have lost my Job had things went otherwise . But it was fun for the moment and I know I know better........ One thing though . . . I think I got off Because he loved the NBP . . . yeah that must have been it .
(sometimes all those ponies want to come out and play)
NLYTN
(sometimes all those ponies want to come out and play)
NLYTN
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Every seem to ignore my post...
No one seem to even acknowledge my post that I made last night...I thought I would out due all of the other teams...since we are the best anyway...so here is my suprise...
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
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Originally Posted by MooCow
No one seem to even acknowledge my post that I made last night...I thought I would out due all of the other teams...since we are the best anyway...so here is my suprise...
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
#131
Originally Posted by MooCow
No one seem to even acknowledge my post that I made last night...I thought I would out due all of the other teams...since we are the best anyway...so here is my suprise...
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
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Originally Posted by casooner90
WickedWiz, the page is looking good.
Jobes, great logo.
1hottl, where are the pics? Represent us well. No pressure.
Might I make a suggestion? I'd like to see all the modded TLs (A-spec especially)get an officer position while the rest of get relinquished to a director position. This will distinguish our NBP a little more and show some rank and file (or show that some of us are still restrained by our other half).
On a serious note - has anyone here used the spray Zaino (Z-6) between the Z-2 applications? I seem to get streaks on my attemps so I just use Z2 to to get my shine back. The direction says to use fine mists and wipe until shine, but my 100% cotton cloth gets moist after few wipes and starts to leave streaks. Any suggestions?
Jobes, great logo.
1hottl, where are the pics? Represent us well. No pressure.
Might I make a suggestion? I'd like to see all the modded TLs (A-spec especially)get an officer position while the rest of get relinquished to a director position. This will distinguish our NBP a little more and show some rank and file (or show that some of us are still restrained by our other half).
On a serious note - has anyone here used the spray Zaino (Z-6) between the Z-2 applications? I seem to get streaks on my attemps so I just use Z2 to to get my shine back. The direction says to use fine mists and wipe until shine, but my 100% cotton cloth gets moist after few wipes and starts to leave streaks. Any suggestions?
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WOOHOO!!!! MooCow!!!! I read your post lastnight...sorry for not responding...it was late and the kids were ready to be tucked in for bed. Looks like you are going to fit in with our team very nicely!!!
#135
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Man you got lucky. Did the trooper try to chase the CLK? In any case I would like to see the pics for your story
Originally Posted by NLYTN
Sorry guys I had pics in that which presented the story a little better . Who do I talk to so i can fix it ? But anyways I know it was foolish so dont bash me . I would have lost my Job had things went otherwise . But it was fun for the moment and I know I know better........ One thing though . . . I think I got off Because he loved the NBP . . . yeah that must have been it .
(sometimes all those ponies want to come out and play)
NLYTN
(sometimes all those ponies want to come out and play)
NLYTN
#136
Team Night Hawk
Originally Posted by MooCow
No one seem to even acknowledge my post that I made last night...I thought I would out due all of the other teams...since we are the best anyway...so here is my suprise...
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
Now, as many as there are of us NBPs, are we getting close to a meet? Imagine all those Nighthawkers and Nighthawketts together in one location. I think I'm going to faint.
Thanks for the recognition.
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The Pres has spoken
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CA...pics send to Wicked!! I caved under pressure
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Originally Posted by MooCow
No one seem to even acknowledge my post that I made last night...I thought I would out due all of the other teams...since we are the best anyway...so here is my suprise...
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
http://www.teamnighthawk.com
Excellent job on securing the domain name, and starting version 2 of the Team website.
I think we should establish a communication link outside of this thread to talk about moving over the content you still have linked back to my server. Drop me an e-mail when you get a chance...my address is in my sig, below.
Again, well done!
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Originally Posted by jdog553
NBP team, my lease on my volvo S60 2.4T is up june 30th and I have ordered an NBP/quartz, 6MT, NAV which will arrive the same day I am rather excited
Justin
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Jdog..congrats on your excellent taste. Would you like to be a member of our team? We are always looking for new members. Feel free to read through this thread to learn more about us as well as visit our webpage.
#142
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Hi guys - wow what a great group! Just a question for all of you - I'm getting ready to buy a TL but can't decide on the color (NBP, WDP or RRP) - I like the NBP but my hubby says it is way too hard to keep a black car clean and he likes the WDP or RRP better. Guess I'm just wondering how many of you have owned black cars before? Is it really that much more work to keep clean? How do you keep the dust off of it/keep it clean? Do you regret getting black? Would you recommend it? Oh, and yes I'm a female but don't think that should stop me from choosing black . I probably won't have as much time to put into cleaning/waxing this winter but other than that I usually keep my cars very clean. I have had white and red in the past - never black. Thanks!
Cheeshead
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#143
never stops!
Originally Posted by cheesehead
Hi guys - wow what a great group! Just a question for all of you - I'm getting ready to buy a TL but can't decide on the color (NBP, WDP or RRP) - I like the NBP but my hubby says it is way too hard to keep a black car clean and he likes the WDP or RRP better. Guess I'm just wondering how many of you have owned black cars before? Is it really that much more work to keep clean? How do you keep the dust off of it/keep it clean? Do you regret getting black? Would you recommend it? Oh, and yes I'm a female but don't think that should stop me from choosing black . I probably won't have as much time to put into cleaning/waxing this winter but other than that I usually keep my cars very clean. I have had white and red in the past - never black. Thanks!
Cheeshead
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California Waterblade (to wipe after washing)
Leaf blower and 100% white cotton towels to dry
California Duster (small for interior and big for exterior)
Good wax (I use Zaino, some use NXT)
Clean weekly
5 min daily and 30 mins weekly will keep it clean. Also while washing or wiping or drying or waxing always use back and forth motion NEVER EVER do rotations and it will not get a swirl marks.
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Originally Posted by joganjani
I've always bought dark color cars. Mostly Black. They look sharp when kept clean and sparkling. However, very demanding to keep it clean. I dust my car daily. Wash it once a week. Wax it once in three months. Use all the following good products to keep it clean;
California Waterblade (to wipe after washing)
Leaf blower and 100% white cotton towels to dry
California Duster (small for interior and big for exterior)
Good wax (I use Zaino, some use NXT)
Clean weekly
5 min daily and 30 mins weekly will keep it clean. Also while washing or wiping or drying or waxing always use back and forth motion NEVER EVER do rotations and it will not get a swirl marks.
California Waterblade (to wipe after washing)
Leaf blower and 100% white cotton towels to dry
California Duster (small for interior and big for exterior)
Good wax (I use Zaino, some use NXT)
Clean weekly
5 min daily and 30 mins weekly will keep it clean. Also while washing or wiping or drying or waxing always use back and forth motion NEVER EVER do rotations and it will not get a swirl marks.
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Originally Posted by jdog553
I'd love to join the team..too bad I have to wait 2 months until I get the TL. Any free openings for a legal advisor?
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Originally Posted by cheesehead
Hi guys - wow what a great group! Just a question for all of you - I'm getting ready to buy a TL but can't decide on the color (NBP, WDP or RRP) - I like the NBP but my hubby says it is way too hard to keep a black car clean and he likes the WDP or RRP better. Guess I'm just wondering how many of you have owned black cars before? Is it really that much more work to keep clean? How do you keep the dust off of it/keep it clean? Do you regret getting black? Would you recommend it? Oh, and yes I'm a female but don't think that should stop me from choosing black . I probably won't have as much time to put into cleaning/waxing this winter but other than that I usually keep my cars very clean. I have had white and red in the past - never black. Thanks!
Cheeshead
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PS You do not have to be a man to get NBP...just not afraid of a little soap and water...
#148
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NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love the site. Does any other team have a site, huh do they, do they. Don't think so. This site is really going somewhere.
I've said it before, but I got to say it again. Much prop's to Wicked for all the hard work YOU THE MAN.
Hope you didn't have to pay to get the site
I've said it before, but I got to say it again. Much prop's to Wicked for all the hard work YOU THE MAN.
Hope you didn't have to pay to get the site
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need a title!
Awesome job guys! Looks great! Am going to post pics after i get everything i want in the cars. 35% tint all around, am working with a shop to get a knock off version of the TL rims on the front of this site and getting the A$$ lowered and putting headrest TV and navi to tv conversion and clear lights! Bunch of loot $2300 but still not close to the a-spec price and am getting everything and more except the steering wheel(IMO ugly) but that said I need a TITLE. Hmmmmmm How about "NBP DRUG DEALER" for everyone who has labor pain with their NBP and keeping it beautiful and for the weekends out partying!!!!! WHen is the NBP ALumni Reunion?????? Peace.
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Originally Posted by acur8ly
Man you got lucky. Did the trooper try to chase the CLK? In any case I would like to see the pics for your story
No we both pulled over . . . I could have ran but I felt like I should face up to it
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Originally Posted by lovepo9e
NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love the site. Does any other team have a site, huh do they, do they. Don't think so. This site is really going somewhere.
I've said it before, but I got to say it again. Much prop's to Wicked for all the hard work YOU THE MAN.
Hope you didn't have to pay to get the site
I've said it before, but I got to say it again. Much prop's to Wicked for all the hard work YOU THE MAN.
Hope you didn't have to pay to get the site
He's the man, I just the Whipping Boy!
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Wick,
I emailed you a pic of my TL for the site. I am assuming that is what I was suppose to do. If I am wrong please let me know what the correct process is...thanks!
I emailed you a pic of my TL for the site. I am assuming that is what I was suppose to do. If I am wrong please let me know what the correct process is...thanks!
#154
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LOL - no I'm not afraid of soap and water! I love the black the best but hubby likes the white and RRP - although I have a white truck! Radley is right down from my house - but also went to Pohanka - not sure who I will settle with. Pohanka had lots of TLs on the lot! Did you go there too? Radley told me a lease would be over $600 a month! I think he was b.s.ing me but I plan to buy anyways especially with my daily commute to DC. Did you finance through Acura or go through a bank?
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Originally Posted by cheesehead
LOL - no I'm not afraid of soap and water! I love the black the best but hubby likes the white and RRP - although I have a white truck! Radley is right down from my house - but also went to Pohanka - not sure who I will settle with. Pohanka had lots of TLs on the lot! Did you go there too? Radley told me a lease would be over $600 a month! I think he was b.s.ing me but I plan to buy anyways especially with my daily commute to DC. Did you finance through Acura or go through a bank?
Bought my TL from NJ. Did not like the crap that Pohanka and Radley were shoveling. Searched all Acura dealers in MD and VA. None wanted to budge enough on the price and acted like they were doing buyers a favor selling cars. Got a much better deal in NJ. Also wanted Navi and no one had them (end of January) on the lot in any color I would remotely consider. I refused to settle on anything :diablotin . But I am loving my TL now...no regrets.
To answer you last question...my credit union had better rates than acura at the time...
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AWE...thanks guys for all the positive feedback...it feels good to be loved...lol...maybe you'll let me become a member now? Not sure of a title...anyway...if anyone thinks anything should be added or changed on the site let me or WickedWiz know... :licka:
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Originally Posted by MooCow
AWE...thanks guys for all the positive feedback...it feels good to be loved...lol...maybe you'll let me become a member now? Not sure of a title...anyway...if anyone thinks anything should be added or changed on the site let me or WickedWiz know... :licka:
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Originally Posted by joganjani
MooCow, I'll be CIO and you report to me as a Webmaster.