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Re: Honda Accord V6 EX-L with NAV Remote Start Question [diunei]
by elroy5
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Dec 24, 2007 (4:17 pm)
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Replying to: diunei (Dec 24, 2007 3:47 pm)
If the remote starter was installed by the dealership, they are responsible for any problems with the system. If the audio shop installs the remote start, a loop-hole is created for both (dealership and audio shop). The dealership can say "the remote start system is causing the problem", while the audio shop can say "the car is causing the problem, and the remote start system is functioning like it should". Sounds like a recipe for disaster.
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Re: Honda Accord V6 EX-L with NAV Remote Start Question [diunei]
by blane
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Dec 25, 2007 (6:45 pm)
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Replying to: diunei (Dec 24, 2007 3:47 pm)
"There is a 1000ft range and life time warranty. In comparison, the Honda one only comes with a 3yr warranty and a 200ft range."
Why would anyone need to remote start their car from four city blocks away?
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Re: Honda Accord V6 EX-L with NAV Remote Start Question [blane]
by diunei
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Dec 25, 2007 (8:13 pm)
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Replying to: blane (Dec 25, 2007 6:45 pm)
well, with barriers, you will only be able to remote start your new accord right around it with the 200ft range. This 200ft range works on an open field, nothing between you and your car, and the battery in the remote is optimum.
My current car has a 500ft range remote starter. when there is a SUV/miniVan in front of me, i can only remote start it with less than a 100ft range, once the car starts, i can walk to it in seconds. What is the point of wasting these money? would it not be simpler if i just manual start it with that 10seconds time? 
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Re: Honda Accord V6 EX-L with NAV Remote Start Question [diunei]
by blane
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Dec 26, 2007 (8:25 pm)
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Replying to: diunei (Dec 25, 2007 8:13 pm)
Use of a remote starter would probably be against a new air pollution control law in my county if the engine was left idling for more than three minutes. How long does it take you to walk 200 to 500 feet? Not enough time for an inside-the-car temperature change.
My 2004 and 2008 Accords put out heat from a cold start in about a quarter mile of driving. I've no need for, or interest in, a remote starter.
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Re: Honda Accord V6 EX-L with NAV Remote Start Question [blane]
by diunei
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Dec 27, 2007 (8:13 am)
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Replying to: blane (Dec 26, 2007 8:25 pm)
I See your point.
I mainly use the remote start to start up my car (5 minutes) in the morning to work. But i can only start it for less than a minute (due to barriers) when walking to my car at the parking lot of my work place.
Oh, think about that the Honda remote starter comes with a 10/20 min timer.
Anyway, My Honda dealer also has other types of remote starter (other than that $499 piece) with different range and price. I will drop by today to find out more.
Blane, thanks for the advice and concern. Happy holiday... 
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Re: Honda Accord V6 EX-L with NAV Remote Start Question [diunei]
by robr2
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Dec 27, 2007 (10:42 am)
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Replying to: diunei (Dec 27, 2007 8:13 am)
You realize that other than getting heat into your vehicle, there's no real need to warm up a car. You should drive it gently until it reaches operating temperature. Letting it "warm up" is a waste of fuel and increases emissions.
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Re: Honda Accord V6 EX-L with NAV Remote Start Question [robr2]
by parviz
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Dec 27, 2007 (2:38 pm)
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Replying to: robr2 (Dec 27, 2007 10:42 am)
I agree. Mostly good for getting the defrost working if you park outside. Otherwise like you have stated it is better to drive slowly and warm the engine.
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Installing Rear Wing Spoiler
by brockp
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Dec 27, 2007 (3:11 pm)
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Anyone get quotes on this from a dealer? I just purchased it online, wondering how much others have paid before I start calling around.
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Re: Installing Rear Wing Spoiler [brockp]
by elroy5
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Dec 27, 2007 (4:14 pm)
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Replying to: brockp (Dec 27, 2007 3:11 pm)
The spoiler will probably cost less from online than a dealership, but if you have the dealership install it, they will probably make up the difference on labor since you didn't buy the spoiler from them. To really save some $$$ you would have to install it yourself, IMO.
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Re: Installing Rear Wing Spoiler [elroy5]
by brockp
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Dec 27, 2007 (5:28 pm)
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Replying to: elroy5 (Dec 27, 2007 4:14 pm)
Thats what I thought.....first dealer was $232 + tax, second one was $128 + tax. Not a bad price to pay for security that I won't screw it up!
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