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Replying to: acuraphile (Jul 31, 2007 8:59 am) |
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| The 08's are out, saw one at my local Acura dealer today. | |
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Replying to: carnutpa (Jun 08, 2007 5:09 pm) |
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I test drove an 2008 RL today and was shocked at how much road noise and harshness is let into the cabin of the RL. I currently own a 2005 TL and feel the ride is no better than a TL. I think the noise cancellation is a joke, you can't just cancel noise, you have to eliminate it. About an hour later I test drove a new 2008 Cadillac CTS and what a world of difference. The CTS was taut, but with no harshness, very luxurious. I hate to leave the Acura brand, but I want to trade up from the TL. Very disappointed in the ride quality of the RL. 
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Replying to: golfnut5 (Sep 15, 2007 3:39 pm) I traded a 2005 TL for a 2006 RL and the RL is worlds better than the TL in ride, quietness and build quality. The OEM Michelins will produce tire noise on coarse, grooved roads however. And most agree the OEM Michelins are not the best option tires. The Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is designed to cancel low frequency boom (tyical of engine and exhaust boom) but does not address higher frequency sound as typical of tire roar and wind noise. The RL does very well in low wind noise, thanks to the flush side glass. Tire noise would require more sound insulation adding weight. There are always compromises with every car maufacturer and model.
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Replying to: tamparl (Sep 15, 2007 4:24 pm) I did not check the tire pressure. I feel if a car has good insulating qualities a few extra pounds in the tires will not make too much difference. I may test drive another RL before I make a final decision. |
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Replying to: tamparl (Sep 15, 2007 4:24 pm) |
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Dear all. I just bought this car from a friend this week. The manuafacturer oringial tire size on this card is 215/60/16 with a V speed rating. I would like to replace all 4 tires (it is time to replace tires anyway) with 225/60/16 with an H speed rating. Costco Tire center staff would do it even if they do not recommend,saying it will feel very different with the slightly bigger/wider tires. Anyone of you have tried this before and have any comments? I love to hear from you before I do anything. Thank you all in advance! a new member.
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I have my 2006 RL going on 2 yrs. I am ready to upgrade the stock tires. I want all weather tires (Boston weather) that are less noisy than the originals. I don't care a lot about tread use, I want a good performing tire that's quiet. Any suggestions?
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