rockstar143's 2013 CTS-V SUV Wagon Thread - GM Owner & Cut Springs
08-23-2017, 11:51 AM
#4281
Hmmmm...
I'm going to see if there's a way to put something metal behind...because there's ONE bolt up top that holds down the rain channel rubber...if I can affix something under there, hidden...you should be able to press down and tighten that bolt to apply enough pressure.
Otherwise, looking like window-weld will work...if you remove the light and apply it to the top 8" of the tail and tape or strap down while it cures...might be it.
Driver's side tai light on Wagon pulls away from body, catches on EVERYTHING. - Page 3
I'm going to see if there's a way to put something metal behind...because there's ONE bolt up top that holds down the rain channel rubber...if I can affix something under there, hidden...you should be able to press down and tighten that bolt to apply enough pressure.
Otherwise, looking like window-weld will work...if you remove the light and apply it to the top 8" of the tail and tape or strap down while it cures...might be it.
Driver's side tai light on Wagon pulls away from body, catches on EVERYTHING. - Page 3
08-23-2017, 11:56 AM
#4282
the gist of that thread is that window weld will work...because of the bond AND malleability of it.
everyone tried epoxy etc...
I'll give that a whirl but I'll probably apply it UNDER the light from it OFF the car. It's not that hard to get off and ensure it doesn't show.
everyone tried epoxy etc...
I'll give that a whirl but I'll probably apply it UNDER the light from it OFF the car. It's not that hard to get off and ensure it doesn't show.
08-23-2017, 12:46 PM
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What does the light look like before/after where the tab breaks off? Do you have a picture?
08-24-2017, 10:43 AM
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08-24-2017, 10:48 AM
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well drove in a storm in traffic yesterday...managed to avoid 2 people throwing themselves at me because they didn't anticipate stopping short in the wet...
did it while on a phone call sipping a coffee.
in my 600hp station wagon.
the damn thing is a phenom...what a car.
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08-24-2017, 12:43 PM
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Yeah. Now fuck it.
08-24-2017, 12:49 PM
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08-24-2017, 04:46 PM
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08-24-2017, 05:43 PM
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Chatted it up with my Pops yesterday evening...
gonna pay down the Vagon. It's a collector thing that I still get a big grin driving, even if the mileage isn't the best, I have other cars to help with that and to keep me entertained.
Also, Saturday, get here already!
gonna pay down the Vagon. It's a collector thing that I still get a big grin driving, even if the mileage isn't the best, I have other cars to help with that and to keep me entertained.
Also, Saturday, get here already!
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08-24-2017, 06:47 PM
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Chatted it up with my Pops yesterday evening...
gonna pay down the Vagon. It's a collector thing that I still get a big grin driving, even if the mileage isn't the best, I have other cars to help with that and to keep me entertained.
Also, Saturday, get here already!
gonna pay down the Vagon. It's a collector thing that I still get a big grin driving, even if the mileage isn't the best, I have other cars to help with that and to keep me entertained.
Also, Saturday, get here already!
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08-24-2017, 07:00 PM
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Don't worry.. already photoshopping Tiger's wood in there with FJ's stamp on it
08-24-2017, 07:16 PM
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Get that thing on the car already. Even if little J is driving it doesn't she bring it home at night? It is the thing you have been waiting for forever.
On a side note. Glad you decided to keep the wagon. It really will be a collectors item.
On a side note. Glad you decided to keep the wagon. It really will be a collectors item.
08-24-2017, 09:04 PM
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08-25-2017, 12:08 AM
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Originally Posted by rockstar143
Well, forget real world MPG math...
$37 gets me 280-300 miles in the A3, no highway trip yet
$45 gets me 200-240 miles in the CTS-V
$35 gets me 200 to 260 in the S2000 depending on highway
$37 gets me 280-300 miles in the A3, no highway trip yet
$45 gets me 200-240 miles in the CTS-V
$35 gets me 200 to 260 in the S2000 depending on highway
08-25-2017, 08:04 AM
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Chatted it up with my Pops yesterday evening...
gonna pay down the Vagon. It's a collector thing that I still get a big grin driving, even if the mileage isn't the best, I have other cars to help with that and to keep me entertained.
Also, Saturday, get here already!
gonna pay down the Vagon. It's a collector thing that I still get a big grin driving, even if the mileage isn't the best, I have other cars to help with that and to keep me entertained.
Also, Saturday, get here already!
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08-25-2017, 09:42 AM
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The S2000 is just known for a shit mpg.
I average around 22-23 and my car sees 50/50 highway / city
08-27-2017, 07:22 AM
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Were you able to get the TB installed yesterday? If so how's the car feel now?
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08-27-2017, 09:22 AM
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Hey Jason,
I did. Took me about 20 minutes between install and going to the computer to look up the relearn procedure.
My impression is it definitely makes the car feel "lighter" on it's feet...there's some mental thing with having a soggy pedal you feel like you have to press hard to get moving.
Also, I realize now there's a lot more control with this one. Like, throttle control...there's low, mid, high throttle...before it felt like it was laggy slow or balls to the wall eat shit fast.
So, that said, I am happy with the purchase. It's not night and day, but definitely makes the car more of a pleasure to drive around town.
If you're like Majofo and have the gas pedal pinned all the time anyway you probably won't notice a difference.
I did. Took me about 20 minutes between install and going to the computer to look up the relearn procedure.
My impression is it definitely makes the car feel "lighter" on it's feet...there's some mental thing with having a soggy pedal you feel like you have to press hard to get moving.
Also, I realize now there's a lot more control with this one. Like, throttle control...there's low, mid, high throttle...before it felt like it was laggy slow or balls to the wall eat shit fast.
So, that said, I am happy with the purchase. It's not night and day, but definitely makes the car more of a pleasure to drive around town.
If you're like Majofo and have the gas pedal pinned all the time anyway you probably won't notice a difference.
Last edited by rockstar143; 08-27-2017 at 09:28 AM.
08-27-2017, 10:02 AM
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I think I'll stay away
I like low and slow and balls to themouf wall
I like low and slow and balls to the
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