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Sedans Honda Accord Honda Accord (2003-2007) Maintenance and Repair
4954 messages, Last post on Dec 07, 2009 at 8:23 PM
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I have a 2007 Accord sedan EX. Recently, I have had problems starting the car and get a grinding noise and the car doesn't start. I wait a few minutes and try again and it will start. It is not the battery. It seems to happen at any time of the day - when it has been sitting for a while and when I have stopped for a few minutes and then restarted the car. It's making me nuts. The dealer says they can't do anything unless they see/hear it happen. Anyone have any experience like this? I am desperate and afraid of getting stuck somewhere with a dead car. Thanks. 
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2005 Accord EX 4cyl has over 50,000 miles and ready for new tires. I like the way the OEM Michelin Energy MXV4 handle. I've read about everything I can on Tirerack and many posts on here about alternative tires. The story I am getting is the OEMs are noisy and do not perform well on wet pavement. Suggested replacement tires - "corner well" "good traction" "smooth" All important traits of a tire. I like the confident feel on the steering wheel and do not want a "mushy" tire even if it grips the road like glue. My direct question is, which tire handles as well as the Energy MXV4? Some I am considering are: Dunlop SP Sport Bridgestone Potenza Yokohama V4S Secondary question: What's the difference between the Energy MXV4 Plus and Energy MXV4 S8 ? |
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Well, I have the same car, and just got tires, so I should be qualified! I hated the OEM michelins. Terrible wet traction for at least 1/2 of their life, and downright scary once I got over about 30K (I replaced at ~40K). I had to creep around off rap=mps they slid so much. After much review (including a nice comparison test at tirerack), I went with the Yokohama Avids. I actually went with the H4, since I don't exactly overtax the car, and I never did understand why a 4 cyl needed V rated in the first place! But, the V's are pretty much the same, just a little more $. Anyway, I love them. excellent road holding, great in the wet, and just as quiet as the Michs. Obviously they will be better than shot tires, but fro what i can remember, they are better than when the OEMs were brand new. Oh, and they cost about 1/4 - 1/2 less than the michelins. Just wish I kept one though. I have a 2000 TL that uses the same size, and 1 of the Energys has a sidewall bubble and needs to be replaced. Got quoted anywhere from 120-190 for 1 tire.
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Replying to: stickguy (Sep 09, 2009 7:37 am) My son has a set of Avids and really likes them, but he's driving a Toyota so the comparison isn't the same.
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well, one negative to the accord has always been steering that is a bit too light. But, I believe it is better with the avids, but that might just be as a result of having traction again! The Michilins were very slippery, especially toward the end. anyway, they handle very well. your best bet is probably one of the tire chains that lets you trade in if you don't like them. I actually did that once, no hassle and no cost. |
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Replying to: chief_obie (Sep 09, 2009 7:59 am) |
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Replying to: chief_obie (Sep 09, 2009 4:55 am) For the record, I also have a '96 LX and put the previous-generation of the same tire (Potenza G009) and have nothing but positive things to say about them in that car. I have right at 30k miles on them, and they are wearing slowly, evenly (rotate every 8k miles, every other oil change). Noise is still respectable, and grip is good, if not as good as the new ones (probably due to the 185mm width on the '96 vs. the 205mm on the '06). Anyway, long-story short - I don't feel you can go wrong with Bridgestone Potenza G019 series tires. I've had good luck with them - twice, and would definitely make the purchase again when these wear out. Hope this helps. TheGrad 
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Replying to: thegraduate (Sep 09, 2009 8:32 pm) At any rate, mine have 6/32 left on them at 73k miles. I've been very happy with them.
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Replying to: thegraduate (Sep 09, 2009 8:32 pm) I replaced those in February with Bridgestone Potenza G019s and they have been great. I agree that the steering feels more precise and I can take turns a little faster without having to worry about tires screaming and the car breaking loose. OP you have 2 thumbs up from me for the Potenzas and I'm assuming from the brief review that Grad would agree with me.
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Replying to: chief_obie (Sep 09, 2009 4:55 am) They are softer, quieter, and reduced mileage by 1 mpg. |
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