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Re: Paint Problem with the 05RL? [larry6] by taitando
Aug 17, 2005 (8:06 am)
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Replying to: larry6 (Aug 11, 2005 2:30 pm)

Most Hondas/Acuras are known to have such paint problems. The paint itself being very soft. I noticed on my rear bumper something similar to what you're describing. I figured that the car couldn't get too many chips in the center of the rear bumper, so it must be something with the paint. I've been debating whether or not to sand it down and re-finish the rear. As to the front, my car is black and I've decided to go with a bra, since I've noticed several tiny chips. Clear bra/invisi-bra is just too expensive. So other than the paint, I've been very happy with the car thus far.
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Rear Bumper - Paint Chips by acuraphile
Aug 17, 2005 (9:44 am)
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"Clear bra/invisi-bra is just too expensive"
 
I never heard of this process before. I'd appreciate it if you'd elaborate a bit.How expensive is expensive? This sounds like a hot application, or the like - an applique, perhaps.I'd love to protect my bumper - the shabbiness created by those eventual chips detracts from the most highly polished, and otherwise "babied," car.
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chat tonight by kirstie_h HOST
Aug 17, 2005 (10:25 am)
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Don't forget tonight's member-to-member chat - it's open mic night, so come and discuss whatever's on your mind.
 
6-7pm PT/9-10pm ET. Drop by for live chat with other members. Hope you can join us!
 
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Re: Rear Bumper - Paint Chips [acuraphile] by taitando
Aug 17, 2005 (11:48 am)
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Replying to: acuraphile (Aug 17, 2005 9:44 am)

These Invisible/Clear Bras are a paint protection film which is a clear urethane plastic. The film itself is made by the 3M company. There are other manufacturers but I think 3M is the most popular/common. Go to xpel.com for more info. An application kit is available for the RL costing almost $600, not including installation. I would not try to install this by myself. If I was buying the car, I would probably take the plunge. Since I'm leasing, the leather bra will suffice.
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Re: Rear Bumper - Paint Chips [taitando] by acuraphile
Aug 17, 2005 (12:33 pm)
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Replying to: taitando (Aug 17, 2005 11:48 am)

taitando:
 
Many thanks for the info. I might have gone for it at the time of purchase when I was feeling loose and excited. Now, $600 + install is out of the question.So far, no chips!
 
George
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Re: Paint Problem with the 05RL? [taitando] by delmar1
Aug 17, 2005 (1:23 pm)
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Replying to: taitando (Aug 17, 2005 8:06 am)

I have owned five Acura's and I haven't discovered that the paint to be soft.
 
As for the rear bumper paint to be soft and to chip...most likely the paint will chip is someone hits you or you scrap it. If the center of the rear bumper got a chip...it is clear something hit it.
 
Look on the road and you will find that the Acura paint holds up very well and has lustre.
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Re: RL and XM Radio Subscription [pat] and IPods by djocks
Aug 17, 2005 (6:34 pm)
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Replying to: pat (Aug 16, 2005 11:51 am)

Hey all,
 
I am seriously considering an RL, especially with the prices right now.
 
As I shop I am hoping for a little help,
 
1. What is the IPod intergration process? Goes Acura offer an in dealer intergration that could be done under the contract of a lease?
 
2. How comfortable is the drivers seat in commuter driving?
 
Thanks,
djocks

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