Car Talk / Re: Help!!! Between 2012 To 2015 Toyota Camry And Honda Accord by SHABZ: 10:57am On Oct 05, 2021 |
For me, the Honda Accord is the winner. However, OP should actually test the Honda seat for a while before deciding... Honda seats have never been comfortable to me, whereas Toyota seats have suited me just fine 4 Likes 1 Share |
Car Talk / Re: New Car by SHABZ: 4:36pm On Sep 16, 2021 |
dojnr4real: Good evening guys. I want to get my first car by November. My budget is 4m I don't really know much about cars. Please , I need your advice. I like Lexus Es 350 a whole lots I don't know the cost . Corrola product is not a bad option too. Please advice me thanks Few questions to ask, before I can comment. 1) What do you want from the car? Efficiency, power etc 2) How do you intend to use it? What's your travel route like? Good roads/drive alone or with a big family/ are you a driving enthusiast 3) Are you concerned about prestige the car offers? Etc 4) Do you just need a good car to move from point A to B, or you need to make a statement with it? |
Car Talk / Re: In Need Of An Android Screen For My Car by SHABZ: 11:52am On Sep 04, 2021 |
PAQ:
I traded my oem toyota screen and added 40k for the screen and fixing. I cant say if i was cheated or lucky though. Ok, thanks |
Car Talk / Re: In Need Of An Android Screen For My Car by SHABZ: 11:19pm On Sep 03, 2021 |
PAQ: I have the 10inch screen on mine, running android 10 2g/16gb. I will advice you get a good radio guy cause its not exactly plug and play. The screen was a perfect fit but the cables connecting it had a manufacturers error that required some cut/ join.
I got mine in Abuja though. In Lagos it shouldnt be hard to get.
Thanks brother. How much did you pay for it? |
Car Talk / Re: In Need Of An Android Screen For My Car by SHABZ: 11:22am On Aug 31, 2021 |
khalhokage: If you can't find sellers here, you can check AliExpress too. Thanks. I've done that already, my issue is the 100usd cap on my debit card 1 Like |
Car Talk / In Need Of An Android Screen For My Car by SHABZ: 10:36pm On Aug 30, 2021 |
I'm currently searching for a good android screen for my car, a 2014 Toyota Corolla. Are there sellers on this platform in Lagos, for a quick purchase? Please indicate. |
Car Talk / Re: Nissan Altima 2015 Is It A Good Car by SHABZ: 10:37pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
grafixdon:
Oga forget consumer reviews, have you used one? For your information, the parts are cheaper than 2005 corolla... Yes, e shock you? So someone should ignore reviews made by actual users, because you have a different perception? Really? 2 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: Nissan Altima 2015 Is It A Good Car by SHABZ: 5:06pm On Aug 13, 2021 |
nurey:
Parts expensive abi okay, compare price of
2015 Camry engine and 2015 Benz E class engine with the Altima engine. Then start comparing other replaceable parts like shocks, brake pads, rotors etc
And for your information the CVT in this one is reliable with no issues as long as he replaced with the right oil. I'm not here to argue. Simple google "2015 Nissan Altima consumer reviews", then make up your mind afterwards |
Car Talk / Re: Nissan Altima 2015 Is It A Good Car by SHABZ: 6:21am On Aug 13, 2021 |
Fabiano3681: bosses in the house
i’m looking at getting a Nissan altima 2015...but don’t know if it a good car for me...in terms of parts availability, maintenance and all
looking forward to your input... The parts are expensive and the CVT transmission isn't the most reliable. It's a very comfortable and fuel-efficient car |
Car Talk / Re: I Wanna Buy Honda Crosstour by SHABZ: 7:03am On Apr 11, 2021 |
TobeAnointed: Pls anyone that owns or has experience about the honda crosstour should pls call or whatsapp me 081-2184-9855 Pls call me i will call back. I dont mind send you airtime as appreciation. I want to know the common problems How reliable it is ? Cost of maintenance , fuel economy etc pls help a brother its urgent
Google "20xx honda crosstour consumer reviews", read the comments from Edmunds.com and Cars.com You will get actual comments/reviews (good and bad) from owners of the vehicle, you can then take a decision if it is a good buy |
Car Talk / Re: 2006 V6 Honda Accord by SHABZ: 1:31pm On Mar 29, 2021 |
Visit Oyingbo market, you'll get your Honda parts there |
Car Talk / Re: Toyota Genuine Cvtf Fe Fluid by SHABZ: 8:28am On Mar 07, 2021 |
PAQ:
Ok. In the videos its basically just putting same quantity of oil you brought out. Did the mechanic also plugged in a machine and did the gear changes?
Is your mechanic Abuja based?
He's in Lagos. The video is watched didn't have have anything complicated. It was basically just a drain-weigh-replace same amount, procedure |
Car Talk / Re: Between 2013 Hyundai Sonata And 2013 Nissan Altima by SHABZ: 8:24am On Mar 07, 2021 |
ayarandy: Good evening my beloved NLders. Please I need an informed opinion on which of the aforementioned brand i should go for . Thanks That 2013 Nissan Altima is notorious for transmission issues, while the Hyundai Sonata of that generation is prone to engine issues above 100k miles. Best to look for other car models 1 Like |
Car Talk / Re: Toyota Genuine Cvtf Fe Fluid by SHABZ: 6:57pm On Mar 06, 2021 |
PAQ:
Hi, i was in your shoes until i got the Toyota cvt FE oil for N20k (a silver squarish can). I was lucky to do alot of reading online, else my mechanic would have just used AT oil.
My car is about 64k mileage, i just wanted to do a regular drain and refill maintenance, knowing CVTs are fragile. The oil has been in my boot for some weeks now because on one hand i fear mechanics dont know the procedure as they mostly fail to know the difference between a CVT & AT! And on the other i am just told to leave it as its too early to start worrying about changing transmission fluid, if i tamper with it i might just mess it up.
I now have an expensive oil i am scared to use! Pls, i want to know if you had yours done successfully with no regrets. I hear getting them repaired/replaced cost so much!
If i knew before hand that this corolla uses a cvt, i for just add money buy Camry.
Hi, yours is due for a change. The first change is at 60,000 km, and 30,000km subsequently. I changed mine and has been working very well for almost 3 months now. All I did was get the fluid, downloaded youtube videos on how to change it, then made sure the mechanic followed same procedure. |
Car Talk / Re: Warning To All Acura Users That May Want To Consider Washing Their Engine by SHABZ: 7:40pm On Jan 06, 2021 |
I don't see the purpose of washing a car's engine bay, except it's to be put for sale. Not just Acura, any car. I don't just see the benefit. If you have to, use a rag to clean specific sections of the engine bay, but not the water jet used by car wash 2 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: The Cvt Transmission by SHABZ: 6:08am On Dec 30, 2020 |
PAQ:
Thanks. I read about Aisin, didnt know it was available here too. Pls, how much is it? Got it for 18k at Tradefair |
Car Talk / Re: The Cvt Transmission by SHABZ: 9:36pm On Dec 29, 2020 |
PAQ: I own a 2014 Corolla. Its about 63k mileage, i just did the first maintenance on Nigerian soil, was looking for the transmission dipstick to check if it may be short or needs drain & refill but didnt find it. After alot of research online, i found out its the dreaded CVT! And no dipstick!
I am finding it difficult to get the original Toyota oil, are there any other brands worth checking? I am so scared of CVTs that i just want to have the oil drained and refilled asap for rest of mind.
From what i read the safest schedule is every 30k miles after the first 60kmiles. I love my rolla, i dread transmission issues. You can use Aisin CFEX CVT fluid. Aisin is the maker of the CVT used in 2014 Toyota Corolla. |
Car Talk / Re: Toyota Genuine Cvtf Fe Fluid by SHABZ: 10:58am On Dec 25, 2020 |
kingreign:
2015 upward corolla I guess. Yea, from 2014 1 Like |
Car Talk / Re: Toyota Genuine Cvtf Fe Fluid by SHABZ: 7:58am On Dec 25, 2020 |
TheVictim01: Reason I always avoid cars with a cvt transmission. Plus the transmission is very much hard to work on, in terms of repair and very costly. It'll be hard before you come by one, Good luck tho. Thanks bro, I eventually found it at Tradefair. Very expensive though. I was surprised when all spare parts sellers in my area and my mechanic said the car uses Toyota WS trans fluid, it dawned on me that many users of this generation of Corolla are probably using the wrong trans fluid, and my have issues in the future 2 Likes |
Autos / Re: Avoid 20w50 Oil.. 2003 Honda Civic Update by SHABZ: 10:24pm On Dec 22, 2020 |
I wonder why this ascendo guy is just arguing... Manufacturer has told you what to use, just use it. They know better than you do.
Look at the manual photo you posted, you can clearly see the "for middle east" and "for Europe" designations. Those engines are not the same.
Car manufacturers build different engines for different markets. It would be wise to just follow the recommended fluids for your car. 2 Likes |
Car Talk / Toyota Genuine Cvtf Fe Fluid by SHABZ: 4:36pm On Dec 21, 2020 |
Hi Everyone,
Is there any Toyota parts seller that has Toyota Genuine CVTF FE transmission fluid is stock? Please indicate.
Thanks. |
Car Talk / Re: Ordering Car Please Advice by SHABZ: 10:31pm On Dec 07, 2020 |
Horoyeencar: Chief can you put me through abeg? Please send me an email |
Car Talk / Re: The Cvt Transmission by SHABZ: 10:31am On Dec 02, 2020 |
Peppermintflav: This technology in my opinion is not the best. I drive a cvt Nissan teana, after the very expensive grear oil change, the gear still whines when you drive for 10-15kilometers. I installed oil cooler, but still no improvement. My advice to anyone planning to buy a CVT car is to forget it. Buy a car with normal auto transmission. Nissan CVTs (JatCo made) are horrible, other manufacturers make better CVTs |
Car Talk / Re: Ordering Car Please Advice by SHABZ: 12:07pm On Nov 24, 2020 |
A massive percentage of cars sold in Nigeria as "clean title" told, are not. For me, it's always better to buy directly from abroad, than here. However, do not outsource the choosing of the vehicle to the person doing the transaction. The 2 cars I brought from the US were sourced by me, with them ticking all elements of my check list.
Many Nigerian dealers are fraudulent and big liars |
Autos / Re: Very Sharp Registered Honda Accord 2010 (neatly Used Just Like Tokunbo) sold by SHABZ: 1:52pm On Nov 21, 2020 |
luvluvluv: First body? With all the modifications that I'm seeing, I doubt it |
Car Talk / Re: Any Bad Effect In Lifting The Suspension Of My Honda Accord? by SHABZ: 10:27pm On Nov 07, 2020 |
johnchins: Hello House,
Due to bad roads I'm contemplating raising the suspension of my Accord 2010. However, I will like to understand if there will be any adverse or irredeemable effect. Raising the suspension alters the center of gravity of the car, which in certain swerves, could have catastrophic consequences as the aerodynamics of the car will change. Also, the dampening effect the suspension provides will be greatly diminished. My advice, don't do it. 2 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: Honda Accord 2013 Or Venza 2010 by SHABZ: 5:02pm On Oct 29, 2020 |
Who will use the car the most and what does the person need from a car? Answer these questions and you'll know what to do.
For me, I'll go with the Accord any day, anytime 2 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: Nissan Tiida Or Altima by SHABZ: 10:34pm On Oct 18, 2020 |
Just avoid Nissan cars altogether, if you want peace of mind. 1 Like |
Family / Re: My Wife Won't Cook For Our Guests. Please Advise Me by SHABZ: 7:25pm On Sep 03, 2020 |
Two were supposed to become one
Differences swallowed up by mutual understanding and love
Sacrifice and selflessness being the banner
In all things and in all decisions agreeing, so shall two chase a thousand
Maybe you two should pray more together, go out more together.
This shouldn't be a problem at all, I think there's been a crack somewhere. Exactly. There's an underlying issue at play here |
Car Talk / Re: Which Is The Best Between Toyota Camry 2016 And Honda Civic 2016? by SHABZ: 11:30pm On Aug 26, 2020 |
iconicceo: Please I need an opinion from autos guru on this platform, I want to upgrade from Camry 2012 to either of Camry 2016 or Honda Civic 2016.
Which is the best?
Thanks in advance Depends on what you need in the car. A Honda Civic competes with a Toyota Corolla, while a Honda Accord competes with a Toyota Camry. Nite however, that the ground clearance for 2016 Honda Civic is very low |
Car Talk / Re: l by SHABZ: 8:03am On Aug 19, 2020 |
fait10: Good Evening folks. i got 64km with 16litres of fuel in my honda eod 2003 model. V4 engine, city driving, speed between 30km/ hr to 50km/hr. rpm btw 2000 to 3000rpm Is the fuel consumption normal or is my car running rich on fuel? Thanks for the anticipated response. In addition to what others have said, what's your tire pressure? What kind of tyre do you use? What weight of engine oil do you use? Do you have excess weight in your car? Do you brake harshly? |
Autos / Re: Sparkling TOKS Toyota Camry 2014/15 Model Sport Edition @ 4.1m by SHABZ: 9:27am On Jul 26, 2020 |
SHEGZYDONIAA:
Please ignore this guy na Mr know it all den no get market to buy we know people like them. for any inquiries you can contact me He is correct. This is not a 2015 Toyota Camry |