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#1880 of 1936 Re: leather seats cracking [don_nc] by mrbill1957 Sep 15, 2009 (1:55 pm)
Replying to: don_nc (Sep 15, 2009 11:51 am) Leather treatments like the brand Lexol are designed to help leather from drying out, but once they do and start to crack, I doubt applying leather treatment will help.   I've seen glues specifically designed for leather, maybe some of that and a temporary piece of packaging tape across the crack to hold together while the glue dries?   What about those iron-on cloth repair sheets, slip one under the opened crack, hold the crack closed and iron on over the top? I did a pants pocket and the patch held up great. I found the sheets at Walmart near the sewing stuff (man, did that make me feel awkward shopping for that) The patches have some sort of heat activated adhesive which held up great through the dryer. As with the goop patch, watch how much you heat the leather.   You might try looking for a local auto upholstery shop, maybe they have some sort of repair option that works better.   I've seen after-market replacement leather seat covers, not cheap, but an option if your going to keep the car for a while and the cracking is objectionable enough to invest in new covers.   Mrbill
#1881 of 1936 Re: leather seats cracking [don_nc] by mitchflorida Sep 15, 2009 (6:12 pm)
Replying to: don_nc (Sep 15, 2009 11:51 am) I had the same problem. There are professionals who can fix it for about $100.. they do that sort of thing for Used Car dealerships.   I solved my problem differently though. I installed some luxurious custom sheepskin seat covers! They are much more comfortable and they prevent further tearing. I was never really impressed with the quality of the leather in the 1999 Accord anyway . ..
#1882 of 1936 Re: Honda Timing Belt Replacement Advice [zendao] by kym28 Sep 16, 2009 (1:32 pm)
Replying to: zendao (Sep 13, 2009 6:03 pm) I have an Ex 2002 V6 and when I had 72,000 miles Honda mechanics told me also to change the timing belt. I just changed my belts at 175,000 (yeah I drive alot) the mechanic at Honda that did my work changed everything all the belts and everything. I personally think it is best to get something like this done at the dealership just because you do have to get everything changed and if in the off case something goes wrong you know they will replace without a whole lot of drama. I always get my work done at dealership so that is my suggestion. My belts were still in good working condition but if you llive in an area that has extreme cold or heat get it done but if it is pretty even on temperatures I say keep going until you definitely have money, cause for v6 engines by the time tax is added it will be close to if not a $1000.00. Oh Yeah that quote for $895 is for everything all the belts and that other part you need. Replies to this message: zendao (Sep 16, 2009 9:07 pm) thegraduate (Sep 17, 2009 5:07 am) zendao (Sep 17, 2009 8:19 pm)
#1883 of 1936 Re: Honda Timing Belt Replacement Advice [kym28] by zendao Sep 16, 2009 (9:07 pm)
Replying to: kym28 (Sep 16, 2009 1:32 pm) High $800 seems to be a constant for this type of job. But they also suggested doing valve adjustments which would bring it to $1,000. Is this a necessity? Is the access to the valves just as involved as getting at the belts and water pump? Replies to this message: thegraduate (Sep 17, 2009 5:07 am) zendao (Sep 17, 2009 8:19 pm)
#1884 of 1936 Re: Honda Timing Belt Replacement Advice [zendao] by thegraduate Sep 17, 2009 (5:07 am)
Replying to: zendao (Sep 16, 2009 9:07 pm) If the car is still running smoothly, I wouldn't let them touch my valves. Replies to this message: zendao (Sep 17, 2009 8:19 pm)
#1885 of 1936 Re: Honda Timing Belt Replacement Advice [thegraduate] by zendao Sep 17, 2009 (8:19 pm)
Replying to: thegraduate (Sep 17, 2009 5:07 am) What would be the advantage of having the valve adjustment done?   I notice that randomly and infrequently when the car is paused at a stop light/sign when I begin to press on the gas pedal the car will will make a small but subtle jerking motion then everything is fine. It is very difficult to reproduce this problem. Would a valve adjustment fix this or does it sound more like transmission problem?
#1886 of 1936 Re: 02 Accord tranny slip [blufz1] by dht Sep 18, 2009 (10:21 am)
Replying to: blufz1 (Sep 14, 2009 8:17 pm) Thanks Blufz1.it does have Honda ATF and has always had it since it was always the dealer that repaired the car. I find that if I add Lucas to the ATF it doesnt slip.
#1887 of 1936 Re: 2000 Accord SE SRS light On and [chestnut] by bpil Sep 23, 2009 (4:09 pm)
Replying to: chestnut (Feb 08, 2007 10:04 am) Same issue (SRS light always on), dealer said $65 diagnostic fee that will be applied towards repair. The Driver side seat belt buckle was faulty. It was covered by Honda life time warranty so fixed for no charge (not even diagnostic fee).
#1888 of 1936 high milage maintenance by josterholt Sep 24, 2009 (6:42 am)
we just bought a 1999 Accord with 112,000 miles. it has an automatic, and has just had the timing belt and the catalytic converter changed. Besides the usual oil change and probably a coolant flush, is there anything else that is unique to the Accord that I need to pay attention to?   Thanks in advance for your help.   Jack Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Sep 24, 2009 6:54 am) bajajoes (Sep 24, 2009 9:44 am) jodar96 (Sep 24, 2009 10:01 am) skywatcher_88 (Sep 24, 2009 5:30 pm)
#1889 of 1936 Re: high milage maintenance [josterholt] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Sep 24, 2009 (6:54 am)
Replying to: josterholt (Sep 24, 2009 6:42 am) brake fluid flush if it hasn't been done recently would be a good idea.   You can get a full maintenance schedule for your Accord here at Edmunds.   Here's the link:   http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/select.html

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