Paul asks…
Anyone know of a 5-speed Acura Vigor that's being parted out???
Hello again, and thanks to all who took the time to offer advice on my prior question regarding low cost quaility clutch parts for the above mentioned vehicle.
Unfortunately, there are other parts needed for this car and I'm finding out that a) new parts are extremely expensive and b) used parts are expensive AND hard to find!!! So the idea that I could possibly attain different parts from the same source seems like a good idea for time management, possible discounts on a multi-part order, and savings on shipping costs.
Soooo, the question is:
Does anyone know of an Acura Vigor(any year) that is,for whatever reason, being parted out???
If so, please let me know how I could contact the seller with a parts request list or the cost of the whole vehicle, depending upon its location.
Thanks to all, and Happy New Year!!!
Mel
(soon to be: "Vigorous1" when I finally get this bucket rollin'!!!LOL!!!)
admin answers:
Contact a foreign only salvage yard in your area about your needs and if the don't have everything or nothing have them place your needs on the locater network as that asks all the other salvage yards in the network if they have what you need.
Chris asks…
Does anyone know of an aftermarket "adjustable" hydraulic clutch slave cylinder for a Honda/Acura?
I have an Acura RSX Type-S, I love that car as it is so fun to drive and the with a few tweaks it has some really nice performance. But with the Honda/Acura clutch it is hydraulic and though you can adjust the clutch petal height, I do not believe you cannot adjust where the clutch petal engages the clutch. I had a 1976 Datsun 280Z and that car had the adjustable slave cylinder, I was able to tune where the clutch engaged to exactly where I liked; where the clutch starts to engage 1-1.5 inches from the floor and the clutch height is still at the normal stock position. I was hoping someone out there has either a solution using the stock parts or has a source for an aftermarket slave cylinder with an adjustable ramrod. I am a tall guy so when the clutch engages so close to the top of the petal travel it is not as enjoyable to drive. Interestingly enough, I bought the car new and it now has 110000 miles on it. I had to replace the clutch at 89,000 - teaching two kids to learn how to drive clutch on this car does tend to shorten the clutch life... But since the new clutch has been installed, the position where the clutch engages is higher than the original.
admin answers:
If Club RSX doesn't hhave it, it doesn't exist.
Lizzie asks…
I have a LEAK coming from underneath my car! What do I need to replace?
Hey I bought this 1988 Acura Legend. When I bought it, it had absolutely NO leaks or anything coming from anywhere. It started to leak just a little when I hit the dip pretty hard and possibly scrapped something underneath my car? Where exactly could the leaking be coming from and what would be the appropriate part to fix this issue? I would like to find the source of the problem ASAP so I can fix it before it gets worst! Ne advice would be helpful! Thank You :)
admin answers:
Get a piece of flat cardboard to lay under the car where the leak is coming from. This will give you an idea of what is leaking. You gotta know what's leaking and from where under the car to determine what it is.
Ruth asks…
Need car buying advice & options. 250+ HP comfortable and quick. 2011 optima SX?
I've asked this question but didn't get to extend it.
I currently own a 2003 Mercedes Benz, but don't want to deal with constant repairs. Especially out of pocket. It has 100k miles. I like the way it rides (steering, pedals, seat height) but its acceleration at times leaves more to be desired. I was unable to restore the interior through regular detailing and vacuuming and such since I purchased it used at 45k miles.
Right know I'm looking at the Kia optima 2011 SX, 275HP, with the premium package since I really would like the same type of roof I have with the benz. I don't like to be w/o sun/moon roof. It doesn't have to open.
I would not like to pay over $350 per month and have about $12K to put down w/ no trade-in. Are there any other choices I should consider? I would like the car to be in a New condition w/ no more than 25k miles, easy/smooth steering and be quick.
Must haves: Leather (not hard)
HID/Xenon (the ones that turns when you turn is a plus)
Automatic headlamps (if its on 24/7 is cool too, as long as when the car is off it goes off)
Audio upgrade-ability (Mercedes was awful in this department) I'd like to put my own navigation, amps, speakers.
Audio upgrade-ability ( Ability to change alternator and batteries if necessary )
Warranty for at least 4 years. I don't know how many miles I'll drive but I think it will be less than 8k/yr
Auto windows up/down (or hackable, I can mess with circuits and some 12v stuff)
Nice to have:
Cold/Hot weather package
Folding rear for more trunk.
good turning radius ( I don't know the technical turn but to make the tightest turn possible. I like to stay in my lane when I turn, especially for U-turns)
Aesthetically pleasing, I know this is subjective. But I prefer curves over triangles. The whole honda/acura design I don't like. I like G37, nissan maxima, bmw3 ( 2 door version) , mercedes CL, CLS, Just to have an idea of my design taste.
I have trouble expressing ideas. So if the question isn't understood is what cars should I consider and how they fair vs the kia SX in whatever ways you would like to compare them. Value**, features, performance, tech, etc..
I am unsatisfied with the prior responses:
Answerer 1
Now you might be looking for something newer but consider a 97-2001 audi S4. It has 250 hp from its bi turbo v6 and has AWD. It comes loaded with just about all the features you mentioned ( leather, xenon, folding rear, cold/hot weather pack, auto windows. You can get one for $5,000-$15,000 in good condition.
Answerer 2
Consider a Subaru WRX. For under $30k you have a car with moon-roof, 265 hp, AWD and a 0-60 time of 5.2 sec. This car will beat any BMW, Audi, Mercedes, or Volkswagen in that price range guaranteed. Subaru's are also one of the easiest cars to upgrade and they come in hatchback or sedan versions.
Source(s):
I own one
The first one is a car older than the one I currently own, also german and don't have time to search for lower part prices. I forgot to mention I don't have any income since I'm a student and don't want/need unexpected expenses. If I can make my care brand new again inside and out I'd keep it , but the poor thing has 100k miles, and the inside well at 45k till now I couldn't restore so that's out of the question. Besides old leather != new leather.
The second response is better, but I really don't like hatchbacks and I NEED an AUTOmatic transmission. I'm also not really feeling the styling on the WRX. I'm not into racing nor upgrading the car for that purpose. I'd like quickness for overtaking in highways where you have to accelerate quickly to get out of a jam, and in the streets to get up to the limit quickly.
Don't know if I mentioned it before but I also like the exterior styling of the 335i coupe, not sedan, and the A4 3.2 (Though I can't find any for less than 30K)
I'd also like good resale value which is very poor on kias. Sometimes they have 4k cashback which can help in that department. I'm sorry if this question seems long and specific, but this is a big commitment to me and really can't afford to get out of it as easy if I had a cash flow.
admin answers:
Kia resale has improved quite a bit over the last couple of years.
I doubt your going to get any serious cash back offers on the new Optima. With the current pricing and the stellar reviews its getting and given that its on the same platform as the 2011 Hyundai Sonata which has been very popular since it came out, I suspect Kia will not have any problem moving the Optima.
As to the turbo, I haven't seen anything definitive on when the Optima turbos will reach dealers.
If you like flowing vs angular styling you should look at the Sonata. Its the same platform as the Kia and their turbos are already on the dealer lots so you can get an idea of the performance. I would expect Hyundai would hold value a little better than Kia as well. Hyundai had 24% growth in sales last year. A huge chunk of that was the Sonata.
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