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Re: oil change [edk57] oil consumption 2008 accord v6 [rbbrick] [edk57]
by rbbrick
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May 27, 2009 (10:05 am)
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Replying to: edk57 (May 27, 2009 9:39 am)
Yes I have 6800 miles on the new short block and heads. Slight oil consumption 1/2 quart in 3200 miles.... it should get better over time.. But runs better than the old one more torque and smooth.
I broke it in carefully during first 600 miles - no jack rabbit starts or high revs over 3500 rpms
Thats about it .
Roger 
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2008 Accord - Windshield Wiper Replacement
by guitar4him
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May 27, 2009 (10:55 am)
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I need to replace the wipers on my 2008 Accord. There is some kind of weird cover over most of the wiper....they aren't exposed like most other vehicles. Anybody changed theirs yet who could offer some tips as to how to remove the covers without damaging them?
Ken
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Re: 2008 Accord - Windshield Wiper Replacement [guitar4him]
by mrbill1957
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May 27, 2009 (1:48 pm)
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Replying to: guitar4him (May 27, 2009 10:55 am)
It sounds like you have "winter blades" on your car. If so, you need to replace the whole assembly, not just the rubber wiper part. If you do an online search on "Trico winter blades" you will find pictures to verify that's what you have.
Mrbill
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Re: 2008 Accord - Windshield Wiper Replacement [mrbill1957]
by guitar4him
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May 28, 2009 (3:18 pm)
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Replying to: mrbill1957 (May 27, 2009 1:48 pm)
I looked up the Trico winter blades that you suggested. This is not what is on my 2008 Accord. I've been changing wipers blades on cars for 30 years. What's on my Accord is unlike anything I've ever encountered before. The carrier for the blades is plastic and is in several sections. I'm still at a loss as to how to approach a replacement.
Ken
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Re: 2008 Accord - Windshield Wiper Replacement [guitar4him]
by mrbill1957
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May 28, 2009 (5:08 pm)
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Replying to: guitar4him (May 28, 2009 3:18 pm)
There is also a "beam blade" which looks like a frameless blade. I see Trico shows pics of them on their web site. Try www.tricoproducts.com and select the Neoform or Innovision blade.
Good luck
Mrbill
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Re: 2008 Accord - Windshield Wiper Replacement [guitar4him]
by rkirchoff
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May 28, 2009 (7:40 pm)
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Replying to: guitar4him (May 28, 2009 3:18 pm)
I have an 08 accord ex-l v6 and when my wipers needed changed, I opted for the new Rain-X wiper called Latitude, http://www.rainx.com/ , and I am extremely happy with them although they are a bit pricey. I installed them in less than 1 minute each.
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Re: 2008 Accord - Windshield Wiper Replacement [mrbill1957]
by jhinsc
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May 28, 2009 (7:48 pm)
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Replying to: mrbill1957 (May 27, 2009 1:48 pm)
Did you try the Honda dealer? I'm sure they'll replace the blade inserts for a modest sum. The Rain-X website has their Lattitude blades priced at $39 before shipping/tax. It will be less at the dealer.
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Re: 2008 Accord - Windshield Wiper Replacement [guitar4him]
by jmillerjmiller
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May 28, 2009 (8:21 pm)
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Replying to: guitar4him (May 27, 2009 10:55 am)
I saw they were odd when I bought my 08 EX-L V6. They reminded me of a new style called 'flat blade' wipers.
For the how-to, have you checked the owner manual? Believe it or not, they have the directions on what looks to be page 332. if you don't have the manual, I found a pdf online at:
https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/om/AAD080/AAD0808OM.pdf
You can buy just refills from the dealer or online at:
http://www.handa-accessories.com/accmaint08.html (scroll down to find the wiper refills).
The exploded parts breakdown is shown here:
http://tinyurl.com/lqp363
From a press release, here is what they called them:
• Flat-blade windshield wipers provide modern and upscale look.
Hope this is what you needed.
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Re: rust bubbles and white flakes from vents [yen_s_liu]
by temj12
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May 28, 2009 (9:59 pm)
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Replying to: yen_s_liu (May 20, 2009 5:55 pm)
I have a 2005 Accord and a 2009 Cadillac CTS. I purchased the Cadillac in January. I have had around 10 places where the paint bubbles up. They are small and very difficult to see. I took the car to the purchase dealer. I did not have to argue at all. They said they would repaint the hood, top and one quarter panel. This is one of the differences that I see with Honda vs an "american brand." Honda is very resistant to intervening and taking care of the situation. The only reason that that is not much of a problem is that my Honda has been so good.
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Re: rust bubbles and white flakes from vents [temj12]
by thegraduate
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May 29, 2009 (5:35 am)
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Replying to: temj12 (May 28, 2009 9:59 pm)
A lot has to do with your dealer, I believe. My Honda dealer has done plenty of things "good-will" AFTER the warranty had expired over 100k miles ago (on my '96 Accord). Never had to argue for anything; they just offered.
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