sojioguns: Guys! I have a 2018 Acura MDX Advance with 360 camera and recently the front camera was replaced due to a collision. Now all the cameras including the reverse camera are not working because they have to be calibrated using Scantool. Unfortunately one also needs an active Honda/Acura service subscription. Does anyone know a workshop in Lagos that has all these tools? I can be reached on 08033257442
Hey, I did see your PM, but Nairaland reply on private messages is buggy and I always get a failed delivery notice. Cc' @seun Hopefully you've seen my reply to Mexxy. Thought to reach out so it doesn't look like I was ignoring you. Cheers and all the best. If you get it sorted, let us know where.
Also, @Piyke (usually has tools and good DIY abilities, and has good knowledge of Honda's)
These persons can point you where to find if they're unable to do it or lack the tools.
Thanks @mexxy1. ADAS calibrations require some advanced stuff that can only fit in a garage. My DIY level is yet to reach dia . While a scan tool may support ADAS caliberation, you still need those crucifix-style alignment machines to complete the calibration. I think Radautoworks has ADAS... Aye?
Old post though but where can I get this filter? Most mechanics always say the filter is inside the transmission.
Depends on the car. Though most and I think this one too has an internal filter in addition to the external one. I got OEM from Amazon or hondapartsnow.com I believe. New Chinese ones are sold in the local car parts markets
Old post, but I have a question. Are you saying there's no internal filter on this car? I'm having an issue with mine and the technician says they will drop the gearbox, tear it apart, so they can change the filter. I'm not understanding.
I'm not sure. I never took my transmission pan off.
How much did you get this and what's the brand? I see a lot of fake jacks in the market.
It's the Selpro brand. Made in Taiwan. 140k.
Yea. I saw a low of Chinese brands which I couldn't vouch for. Also saw the Ingco brand which has a reputation among Chinese tools. I didn't go with Ingco because it didn't have a long handle. Also, I don't like yellow as a colour on jacks
chukel: it's not about money. It's awareness. Most car owners depend on their illiterate mechanics.
Nail on the head.
I remember in 2010 or so, I was at my then mechanic. At his neighbours setup, a 2007 - 2011 Toyota Camry just had an oil change and one of those oil treatment concoctions was being added to the car. Guy was definitely rich to afford a current model Camry at the time. Just imagine what the combo of consistent 20w-50 + thick oil treatment would have done to the engine.
chukel: even 2014 corolla and above run on cvt. It gives better fuel economy. Just do routine maintenance. I see a lot of corolla being sold in future as Nigerians are not maintenance conscious. They will run these cvts without changing fluid. When it becomes problematic, they run ATF in them and finish them up.
Your last sentence really cracked me up 🤣. It may even be Seahorse or Dozzy oil ATF.
rogerman: I would like to know as well. Because the prices that these car dealers are calling are truly ridiculous. Like why would I buy accidented 2014 sport with cloth seats for 8m.
Have you tried to buy dollar recently? The price will only go higher with the way things are going.
I don't think I can get used to the rubber band feel of a CVT, plus, in my own opinion, it feels slooooowwww
In reality it's faster than you think it is.
Where is the road to enjoy these cars? If road is good, traffic rears it's ugly head
On topic, difference isn't too much if driven in Sport (when you want to feel fly ). Some manufacturers have tweaked the software side of things to mimic the feel you get from an automatic.
Lovely thread you have created here Piyke. Was planning on getting the 2014 v6 but came across this thread and now I am conflicted between v6 and the 4cyl. I felt the timing belt was the only bad decision honda made in the v6 and is something I can live with. I don't know why I just dislike cvt transmission. Subsidy wahala and cost of fuel is not really an issue for me.
Also considering the problems you mentioned with 2013 and 2014 should I go for 2015 above instead and maybe consider Nigerian used? Bearing in mind that I want to keep my budget as low as possible.
How has your experience been so far and what advice would you give me. How has maintenance been? Is it still a good choice to go with the 9th gen accord today?
I think it just boils down to you.
If I really loved the V6 I would have gone for it after a careful consideration of its drawbacks. Foreign-used are usually better but doesn't mean you can't get a good Naija-used. Detailed pre-purchase inspection by someone who knows his onions is gold. Knowing a bit of the service history if available will help. E.g. Seahorse ATF in the transmission I hear you on CVT. Not bad at all. You get used to the new feel.
This looks nice. You mind sharing what material it's made of and estimated cost?
Thanks. Material is polystyrene sandwich panel, one of the options for prefabricated houses. Cost really depends on location. I saw quotes as high as 2.4m and over. I got mine for much much less. We are finalising the build and I chose a few extras, will know final cost once complete. Current status is below
It's doing well. Our fuel no reach octane rating 95. You're close enough. What are you getting on the highway?
You're even quoting 95. I think I recall seeing somewhere that it's 87 octane as what is used in Nigeria. I believe given the Nigeria factor, we probably don't get up to 87 octane
On a serious note, some comments on Instagram @radautoworks said that the owner was better off selling the car with the damage to the top gasket. Well as you can see, a blown top gasket does not mean having to replace your engine if your auto repair shop techs know what they're doing. Afterall the person buying it is going to fix it right? 🤷🏾♀️
Oh and the job came with a 6 month warranty.
EXPECT BETTER FOR YOUR CAR 🙌🏽
Do you have the facility to skim blocks at the shop? Did this one need it?
I just watched a video and the guy was saying it's bad to fill the reserve tank. He said pouring more fuel after the pump kicks will damage one gas chamber. Na true? I always fill up my tank until it can't take another drop.
The guy is correct. Your practice is very bad. It will damage the EVAP system over time.