The wind, a branch and my TL.
01-04-2012, 07:10 PM
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I think it cost about 150-200 at the time i purchased mineyeah...it started out nice...and then...wtf?
my mind has settled down a little more since my initial trauma from last night. the wheels are in motion to getting this fixed. another one of life's inconveniences. (sigh)
there are many of us not starting 2012 off on an immediate positive note. it can only get better from here though
01-04-2012, 07:18 PM
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thats good to know they still honored warranty to fix yours. I thought mine was out so i was like.. eff it, duct tape it is! maybe ill contact them in the future to see how much it will cost to fix rather than spend on a new one
01-04-2012, 07:22 PM
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the cover is warrantied for 4 or 5 yrs. i would assume that's normal wear and tear.
i dont' think mother nature dropping a tree limb on your car counts as normal wear and tear. plus i think if your cover is 4-5 yrs old and used regularly, the materials may breakdown over that time frame. that's what happened with my first car cover...and it started sporting a hole from the bike mount rubbing it after 4 yrs...so i sprung for the custom cover. certainly never hurts to ask.
i dont' think mother nature dropping a tree limb on your car counts as normal wear and tear. plus i think if your cover is 4-5 yrs old and used regularly, the materials may breakdown over that time frame. that's what happened with my first car cover...and it started sporting a hole from the bike mount rubbing it after 4 yrs...so i sprung for the custom cover. certainly never hurts to ask.
01-04-2012, 10:15 PM
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I don't mind the rack as long as it's used. Kids used to put those on cars just because back in the day...
01-04-2012, 10:35 PM
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Sucks about the branch BTW. At least CoverCraft is going to get you taken care of. Hopefully the don't charge you an arm and a leg to fix it.
01-05-2012, 05:51 AM
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i'm not used to my car being so naked. glad to hear it!
01-05-2012, 08:06 AM
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i thought i did. i had one on my old cellphone, but couldn't find it on my flickr. these are the best i personally have.
oh nice this rescale came out clear.
if you imagine the side molding which are big and fat, well that is the 'old style' and the new style is more like how you would caulk or even grout something, instead of a massive rubber strip.
this is what the 'old style' looks like.
as you can see, the luxury cars have all switched to the new version. i swear its why Merc's and BMW's look so professional on their roof line.
it's also a must if you rock a black roof IMHO
oh nice this rescale came out clear.
if you imagine the side molding which are big and fat, well that is the 'old style' and the new style is more like how you would caulk or even grout something, instead of a massive rubber strip.
this is what the 'old style' looks like.
as you can see, the luxury cars have all switched to the new version. i swear its why Merc's and BMW's look so professional on their roof line.
it's also a must if you rock a black roof IMHO
01-05-2012, 08:09 AM
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Jamie, I remember Dad saying that he hated the new style windshield header. The exposed glass edge could be prone to chipping. The reason the OEMs deleted the the old style rubber strip was to save money.
01-05-2012, 11:36 AM
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veggie the first pic you posted...the molding stops at the roof line. the OEM molding on the TL runs the length of the car from the windshild cowl to the rear window. it appears the one int he pic stops at the roof.
and of course the other one (looks like a civic-and yes you are using it as an example), and i can see what you are talking about.
i dont' think the molding will make or break the look of the car for me....i will discuss these things with the body shop once the car and i get there. waiting for the adjuster to show up right now. thanks for the thought though.
and of course the other one (looks like a civic-and yes you are using it as an example), and i can see what you are talking about.
i dont' think the molding will make or break the look of the car for me....i will discuss these things with the body shop once the car and i get there. waiting for the adjuster to show up right now. thanks for the thought though.
01-05-2012, 12:05 PM
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OH....i see now...that top molding....the faring from the rack sat on top of mine. i follow you now. yes i see the cleaner look of it now.
maybe luxury brands were deleting it to save money. doesn't necessarily mean cutting costs is only in mainstream cars. it maybe something that is occurring in all cars.
my dad was a glass guy in the industry, so our (shadow and myself) source is pretty reliable. interesting though.
maybe luxury brands were deleting it to save money. doesn't necessarily mean cutting costs is only in mainstream cars. it maybe something that is occurring in all cars.
my dad was a glass guy in the industry, so our (shadow and myself) source is pretty reliable. interesting though.
01-05-2012, 01:14 PM
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^^ i was really thrown off by his comment. that all makes sense now haha.
when i had mine replaced on the silver car pictured, the guy said i had 2 options, and that neither affected price, and was all up to me. just one of those 'while your in there' things i like to do if i get the unfortunate chance to do so.
when i had mine replaced on the silver car pictured, the guy said i had 2 options, and that neither affected price, and was all up to me. just one of those 'while your in there' things i like to do if i get the unfortunate chance to do so.
01-05-2012, 01:16 PM
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01-05-2012, 02:38 PM
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Sorry about the storm damage, but glad to see it wasn't much worse. Looks like the windshield was the big loser in the fight with the tree branch.
01-05-2012, 06:00 PM
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i think my neighbor's tree is sensing it's end is near. it is scheduled to be cut down soon with the assistance of the power company b/c its too close to the main line that straddles the properties. too little too late...
i'm hating trees right now...at least the ones that are near my car.
01-05-2012, 06:10 PM
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Don't hate the tree, it's the damn winds fault. Lol. I hope it all works out for you with no extra stress, even though you already have the stress of going through this crappy situation.
p.s. A while back you gave me some advice on car covers. I took it and got the CoverCraft with mirror pockets. Thanks
p.s. A while back you gave me some advice on car covers. I took it and got the CoverCraft with mirror pockets. Thanks
01-05-2012, 07:08 PM
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Don't hate the tree, it's the damn winds fault. Lol. I hope it all works out for you with no extra stress, even though you already have the stress of going through this crappy situation.
p.s. A while back you gave me some advice on car covers. I took it and got the CoverCraft with mirror pockets. Thanks
p.s. A while back you gave me some advice on car covers. I took it and got the CoverCraft with mirror pockets. Thanks
things will only get better from here....
01-06-2012, 04:00 PM
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mini update
well the car is finally at the shop. first ride on the flatbed. followed the car all the way to the shop. the tow truck driver was cool, until he stalled out my car rolling off the flatbed. dude really?!
initial estimate: almost $1800. that is one expensive tree branch.
my body shop is working with me on the specifics of the windshield and how the rest of the car is going to be repaired and handled. they know i am VERY particular, so they reassured me that the car is in good hands and they will take care of it while it's there. so...now i wait...
dude really?!initial estimate: almost $1800. that is one expensive tree branch.
my body shop is working with me on the specifics of the windshield and how the rest of the car is going to be repaired and handled. they know i am VERY particular, so they reassured me that the car is in good hands and they will take care of it while it's there. so...now i wait...
01-06-2012, 04:08 PM
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damn Jamie....sorry to see this happen....
btw 1800 bucks for what ?
windshield + how much was the body damage ?
on a funny note you had to see it coming TLTREEGirl
none the less, chin up
and glad you will be getting ur car in a week....
btw 1800 bucks for what ?
windshield + how much was the body damage ?
on a funny note you had to see it coming TLTREEGirl
none the less, chin up
and glad you will be getting ur car in a week....
01-06-2012, 04:17 PM
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^^that's a thought i can change my SN.
dings to both front fenders, dings to the trunk, dings to the upper rear quarter panel, dings and scratches to my roof (which will be repaired and repainted, the entire roof), the windshield...unless the shop comes back and says they found more stuff.
yeah i was a little surprised, but if its gotta be done...then get it done so the car is back to what it was....unblemished, clean and shiny.
the TL will be a garage queen when she comes home since i won't be able to use a cover b/c of the new paint on the roof.
the car will be away most likely a week and a half (think work days). (sigh). please...no snow until the car comes home
dings to both front fenders, dings to the trunk, dings to the upper rear quarter panel, dings and scratches to my roof (which will be repaired and repainted, the entire roof), the windshield...unless the shop comes back and says they found more stuff.
yeah i was a little surprised, but if its gotta be done...then get it done so the car is back to what it was....unblemished, clean and shiny.
the TL will be a garage queen when she comes home since i won't be able to use a cover b/c of the new paint on the roof.
the car will be away most likely a week and a half (think work days). (sigh). please...no snow until the car comes home
01-06-2012, 04:56 PM
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^^^ lets hope the repairs go as you planned
btw about your S/N, i think you can email a MOD and only they have the power to change ur S/N....
btw about your S/N, i think you can email a MOD and only they have the power to change ur S/N....
01-06-2012, 05:01 PM
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nah...
the shop knows about my previous paranoias with the TL as well as my OCD meticulousness....they will make sure everything is perfect before even asking me to come out to pick up the car. if it doesn't meet the manager's approval...then it won't meet mine. do it over.
the shop knows about my previous paranoias with the TL as well as my OCD meticulousness....they will make sure everything is perfect before even asking me to come out to pick up the car. if it doesn't meet the manager's approval...then it won't meet mine. do it over.
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^^^ baah nice....we need to share our hook ups....
btw just noticed your in VA ? am in VA for a couple days, local meet
?
even come to KS will get you brand new tires for 50% off from sams
with warranty
btw just noticed your in VA ? am in VA for a couple days, local meet
?even come to KS will get you brand new tires for 50% off from sams
with warranty
01-06-2012, 05:39 PM
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i had a do over with my MDX tailgate back in november. long story short, paint bubble, dealer didn't fix it correctly, i went ot body shop. body shop did the first respray. manager and my rep looked at it...didnt' like it...do over. it may have taken a couple of extra days, but as long as the work is done correctly i dont' mind. perfection takes time...so by no means will i rush the process of getting my car's fixed. i just want it done right. so far, the shop is 2 for 2 (though time will tell, but so far so good).
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^^^ sounds like a legit shop
Am in Aldie....gonna be here until monday morning....
Am in Aldie....gonna be here until monday morning....
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^^^ came here with my wife to meet her family 
so i would love some time out of here and with some Acura fanatics
so i would love some time out of here and with some Acura fanatics
01-07-2012, 06:18 AM
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sounds like you might become a regular around our area. we have a lurker in the DMV area!
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^^^ kiddin me....
we signed a deal....flying to be with her family for her week will only happen once in 2 years LMAO.....
nah but the little kids (2 and 4) and just so adorable....i bet i will be coming back soon....
we signed a deal....flying to be with her family for her week will only happen once in 2 years LMAO.....
nah but the little kids (2 and 4) and just so adorable....i bet i will be coming back soon....
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^^^ lol i am
01-08-2012, 08:33 AM
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just for giggles...
the journey of my TL to the shop...
flatbed tow virgin heading to the shop:
arriving safe and sound at the shop (soon after unloading the tow truck driver stalls the car ):
now...i wait.
if i leave the rack off permanently...the car would need a mini facelift...front Aspec lip, perhaps? i'm not really a fan of the rear lip...
the rack won't be back on the car until after the paint on the roof has cured properly...so i have a few months to think about it. we'll see.
flatbed tow virgin heading to the shop:
arriving safe and sound at the shop (soon after unloading the tow truck driver stalls the car
):now...i wait.
if i leave the rack off permanently...the car would need a mini facelift...front Aspec lip, perhaps? i'm not really a fan of the rear lip...
the rack won't be back on the car until after the paint on the roof has cured properly...so i have a few months to think about it. we'll see.
01-08-2012, 08:59 AM
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it's a car-drive it
I hope you are not taking pictures while driving. Stalling is better than grinding gears. On the rare occassions I drive my husbands 6MT sonata it takes a few minutes to adjust to it-different clutch feel and reverse is not in same location as the acura
01-08-2012, 09:16 AM
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well...just the one. normally i wouldn't be doing that kind of stuff. i hate it when people are on cell phones while they drive. tow truck guy kept up with me so we kept following each other over to the shop (18 mile trip).
normally i wouldn't be doing that kind of stuff. i hate it when people are on cell phones while they drive. tow truck guy kept up with me so we kept following each other over to the shop (18 mile trip).
01-08-2012, 09:26 AM
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it's a car-drive it
it is amazing to see what other's are doing while driving-scary. A former co-worker was talking to a friend who was on the cellphone while driving. My co-worker heard her in her final moments when she drove into the other lane and hit a dump truck headon. Please do not take risks