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Hubcaps??
by js06gv
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Dec 10, 2008 (7:42 pm)
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Tonight, I saw a GLS AWD with hubcaps as opposed to alloys. Alloy wheels have been standard on this generation since 2007. I didn't think the 2009s were out yet, but now am wondering if this was a 2009 and they have been decontented this year. No info on Hyundai's website about 2009 SFs.
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- #2879 of 2966
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Re: Hubcaps?? [js06gv]
by steve_ HOST
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Dec 10, 2008 (8:04 pm)
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Replying to: js06gv (Dec 10, 2008 7:42 pm)
Maybe the owner had winter tires mounted on a set of steel rims? But you're in Texas right?
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Re: Hubcaps?? [js06gv]
by oscar_gata
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Dec 11, 2008 (10:00 am)
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Replying to: js06gv (Dec 10, 2008 7:42 pm)
2009 Santa Fe's will not be at dealers until January. Unless you live around a Hyundai facility (Michigan, Alabama or Orange County) and saw a test vehicle. 
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Re: Hubcaps?? [oscar_gata]
by rmcbain
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Dec 11, 2008 (10:08 am)
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Replying to: oscar_gata (Dec 11, 2008 10:00 am)
I guess they are trying to sell of the 2008's that are still in stock. No change for the 2009 model as far as we have been told from our dealership
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Lowering the Santa Fe 2007
by rmcbain
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Dec 11, 2008 (10:12 am)
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Hi: Has any one had any luck with locating lowering springs for the 2007 Santa Fe. I think this would help in cornerning and in looks as the clearnace between the wheel opening and tires is too large. Thanks
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Re: Lowering the Santa Fe 2007 [rmcbain]
by rick2456
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Dec 11, 2008 (10:29 am)
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Replying to: rmcbain (Dec 11, 2008 10:12 am)
I think it corners/handles/looks just great to me. I also have a 07 Sonata SE V6, which handles a little bit better, but then again, it is a low profile tired sedan.
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Re: Hubcaps?? [steve_]
by js06gv
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Dec 11, 2008 (3:21 pm)
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Replying to: steve_ (Dec 10, 2008 8:04 pm)
Correct. I thought about that too but this was a Texas plate vehicle. Saw another one today.
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Re: Aftermarket Stereo/Speakers [bokonon3]
by masantafe
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Dec 19, 2008 (5:26 am)
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Replying to: bokonon3 (Dec 02, 2008 12:18 pm)
I finally got the speakers installed. What a considerable difference! And I saved some $$. Due to a "failure to communicate" when I called to schedule the install the guy forgot to put the amp on the work order. So I just got speakers ($384 installed) and you are right, I don;t think I need the amp anyway. I will drive it a week or 2 and then decide. Either way, I can't believe the difference.
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Re: Aftermarket Stereo/Speakers [masantafe]
by bokonon3
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Dec 19, 2008 (12:46 pm)
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Replying to: masantafe (Dec 19, 2008 5:26 am)
Terrific news, masantafe! Sounds like you got a good deal on you install, too - it cost me a lot more.
The installers that I used seemed to think that the Santa Fe's audio head end was fairly good quality, and had adequate power if you connected it to some efficient speakers. And I am pleased with the results on my car too. This is a relatively cheap fix, but it makes a big difference.
I just wish that Hyundai (like virtually all car manufacturers) would use better speakers to start - it would only cost them a small amount, and would make a big difference in the car's appeal ... at least to people like me. But I suppose that as a marketing tool this would make upgrading to the premium sound systems less appealing.
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Re: Aftermarket Stereo/Speakers [bokonon3]
by masantafe
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Dec 22, 2008 (1:30 pm)
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Replying to: bokonon3 (Dec 19, 2008 12:46 pm)
The shop gave me the original speakers (for me to toss out I guess) when I picked it up. I almost SH_T when I saw just how cheap those speakers are. The magnet was literally the size and weight of a silver dollar. The entire speaker with the mounting enclosure could not have weighed even a pound. I really like the UTE and would recommend it to others, but man, those speakers are complete junk. I know what you mean about the upgrade, but that package also gives you more speakers, more power, and most importantly (IMO) a 6 CD changer. So I think they could put in some decent speakers with the base radio and still sell the upgrade. Then again, I would not have bothered to make the change and I think these Alpines are much better than anything they would put in even as a better speaker to what is there. So you eventually get what you pay for I guess.
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