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Sedans Acura TSX New TSX Owner Reports
70 messages, Last post on May 21, 2007 at 3:45 AM
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Just had my car hand washed and I got it back clean with plenty of swirl marks (light scratches). Two years ago I would have had a mini fit but now I am just a bit upset. Moving forward, I would suggest being extra careful when having your car washed and def. avoid the machine wash places. I assume darker colors are more susceptible to swirl marks (as in they will show up easier). I have heard some talk about the paint on the TSX being not that tough and the reason was the new EPA regulations. I don't really buy it since plenty of other brand new cars that my friends own don't have any swirl marks after 5-6 months of ownership. Also, on another Acura centric forum I read that some owners were having their fog lights cracked from road debris. Since fog lights are standard in the 2006 MY this should be something to explore. Moving on to something more pleasant, I have an appointment to tint my car today and have set up another appointment later in the week with one of the best detail shops in the area to give my car a full detail (hoping some of the swirl marks can be removed or minimized). Best, TJ P.S. I realize my post should probably belong in the problems and solutions area but I am posting it here so new owners can try and avoid these issues before it even becomes a problem. |
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Replying to: pat (Aug 09, 2006 6:31 am)
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Replying to: happytsx (Sep 08, 2006 4:54 pm) |
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Replying to: happytsx (Sep 08, 2006 4:54 pm) I was going to say you'll probably find the fuel economy improves a bit as the engine runs in, but if you're already getting those numbers, you're doing well. Remember that the K24 is a pretty highly tuned motor, with outstanding performance, so your numbers look good for 2200 mi. Congrats on the car. I'm at 31 months, and I'm very pleased too! |
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Hi, I'm pretty happy with my TSX but i just feel the suspension are not very good and when my engine is idling with brakes on, i feel little vibrations in my feet, i dont know how common is it cause its my first brand new car. What do you guys have to sya about it since many of you have a pretty good knowledge about things and always helping me with my basic questions  cheers!
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Replying to: abhiutd (Sep 14, 2006 9:31 pm) I'm assuming you have a AT-equipped TSX.
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Replying to: johnny420 (Sep 15, 2006 8:29 am) I drove a TL too as a loaner car and i felt it was much smoother on bumps on the road but on my TSX i do feel a relatively bumpy ride. Yes i have a A/T equipped TSX. cheers!
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Replying to: abhiutd (Sep 15, 2006 10:53 am) You might want to check your tire pressure to verify that it's at spec (32 front, 30 rear). Dealers are notorious for neglecting to check the pressure, and since cars are shipped from the factory with over-inflated tires, this would contribute to excessive bumpiness.
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Replying to: johnny420 (Sep 16, 2006 10:23 am) Well now i do have the 32/30 but still it doesn't match the TL. But like you said TSX handles better than the TL. So you think the reason i feel the vibrations when i'm idling is because its A/T? cheers!
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Replying to: abhiutd (Sep 16, 2006 10:54 am) I do. This issue has been raised before by other TSX owners with AT equipped cars. You'll probably get used to it, but definitely take it in and have it looked at if it really bothers you. FWIW, it took me a while to get used to the TSX's ride when I first got the car 32 months ago. Sometimes it's still annoying on really textured road surfaces, but the car is so much fun to drive overall, and it does so well on long trips, that I can overlook some of its shortcomings. Also, I don't know if you listed your mileage, but the suspension will settle in some by 10,000 miles or so.
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