- #132 of 2179
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Re: More VCM complaints found... [golfrski]
by blackexv6
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Nov 18, 2007 (4:07 am)
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Replying to: golfrski (Nov 17, 2007 7:34 pm)
I have an '08 EXL-4cyl and agree these cars are very noisy on the highway. The ANC system does little to mask the road noise or rumble. Some people on other forums are blaming the tires again but I my experience owning a noisy '03 Accord proves different. When I replaced the OEM Michelins with Toyo Proxes I couldn't detect any improvement.
Golfrski, like you my opinion was swayed by the reviews telling how quiet the car is. Are we crazy or is the road noise issue a real problem for the Accord again?
When I first bought the car I thought the suspension was tuned perfectly for road shock, however, 1k miles later & I find myself again (like the '03) looking for cracks & potholes in the road to avoid (instead of watching traffic).
I have a real dilemma again Honda....you nailed the styling, features, price, etc but failed miserably with the road noise again.
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- #133 of 2179
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Re: More VCM complaints found... [holew]
by sr1945
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Nov 18, 2007 (5:53 am)
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Replying to: holew (Nov 18, 2007 12:29 am)
For my 08 4 cyl EX Nav Automatic, I do get road noise, but not as much as I do with my 07 civic EX automatic. No vibration notice with the 4 cyl either. Most road noise of course comes from highway driving and I think a tire change may help a bit, but not sure by how much. Agree with other posters that Honda should step up and give better insulation for a nice car as the Accord is.
Really like the Nav system and is better than the Nav on my Civic 07.
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- #134 of 2179
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Re: More VCM complaints found... [holew]
by golfrski
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Nov 18, 2007 (6:00 am)
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Replying to: holew (Nov 18, 2007 12:29 am)
In fact I have as a result of a PLAN B approach. I did not find the road noise at cruising speeds to be as objectionable. The 4 cyl of course drives MUCH diff, there is no comparison in power feel of course 190hp vs 268 but my thought about the 3cyl shutter noise comes from comparing to the 4cyl not having the same low freq vibrations..
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- #135 of 2179
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Re: To The Contrary... [holew]
by golfrski
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Nov 18, 2007 (6:08 am)
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Replying to: holew (Nov 18, 2007 12:36 am)
Here is my opinion on this... and by no means do I feel like I am the resident-accord-brainiac however, I have owned 6 of them and like to think I get it. I really cant recall ANY major concerns with Honda in 20 years as a customer until now.
ECO-Light... why why why why?? I dont need to know. I dont care. Make it invisible and transparent to me as the driver and let me see the diff in pocket book, the ECO light is a novelty gimmick. If it were REALLY meant to help the driver understand how "Green" he/she was then tell me the cyl mode I'm in 6-4-3. Otherwise get rid of the dummy light that only draws attention to the fact that "something" is happening to my car as I drive down the road. Look,, everyone know that the average driver see's a dummy light come on/pop up "check engine" or the like and that means problem. I stick with my prediction that Honda will remove this light.. watch you'll see. It s a placebo in the purest form,
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- #136 of 2179
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Re: More VCM complaints found... [blackexv6]
by golfrski
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Nov 18, 2007 (6:12 am)
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Replying to: blackexv6 (Nov 18, 2007 4:07 am)
The current ANC feature (while it may reduce whats there), does not "eliminate the 3 cyl operation noise. There are many interesting points of the advertisements about this car. ANC, VCM. Active Motor Mounts, Comfort. Dont get me wrong. I like the car in general but need to point out the professional reviewer and Honda's not so clear marketing based on my personal experience and those of many forum posters across the net today.
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- #137 of 2179
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Re: To The Contrary... [golfrski]
by robertsmx
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Nov 18, 2007 (8:51 am)
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Replying to: golfrski (Nov 18, 2007 6:08 am)
ECO-Light... why why why why?? I dont need to know. I dont care.
I do. It is an even better idea than having a trip computer that shows fuel consumption. Both features can help a driver learn a lot about improving fuel economy and adjust driving style. I never thought about it until about 7-8 months ago. Since then, the mileage in my TL has gone up by 10%.
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- #138 of 2179
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Re: To The Contrary... [robertsmx]
by golfrski
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Nov 18, 2007 (9:45 am)
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Replying to: robertsmx (Nov 18, 2007 8:51 am)
I am glad that you find this feature useful but for the "average" driver, the ECO indicator (not function in which it is indicating), is a novelty plain and simple.
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- #139 of 2179
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Re: To The Contrary... [golfrski]
by elroy5
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Nov 18, 2007 (9:59 am)
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Replying to: golfrski (Nov 18, 2007 9:45 am)
I think you need to get into your head that the light is not a "warning" light. If you are so bothered by the light, you could always put something to cover it. You seem to be so preoccupied by this light, I fear it could be taking some of your attention from the road ahead of you, which could be unsafe. I certainly hope you get the problem solved, what ever it takes to accomplish it. Good luck with your car, and I hope you will become compatible with it at some point in your ownership experience. The sooner, the better.
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- #140 of 2179
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Re: To The Contrary... [golfrski]
by robertsmx
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Nov 18, 2007 (10:41 am)
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Replying to: golfrski (Nov 18, 2007 9:45 am)
Until you figure out the idea behind it, much less figure out to use it to your advantage.
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- #141 of 2179
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Re: To The Contrary... [elroy5]
by golfrski
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Nov 18, 2007 (11:12 am)
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Replying to: elroy5 (Nov 18, 2007 9:59 am)
Thanks, not pre-occupied rather pointing out a comparison.
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