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Re: new 2009 Accord EX-L V-6 [arizbob]
by bug4
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Sep 17, 2008 (3:08 pm)
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Replying to: arizbob (Sep 17, 2008 11:09 am)
You used an interesting phrase: "swapping out the CV joints from another new Accord. . . ." If you buy a new Accord that has problems, the dealership shouldn't "swap out" parts from one new car to another. It is a very simple warranty issue -- that the dealership doesn't have to pay for. Unless they are trying to get your car fixed more quickly by swapping out parts that are already on hand, I think your in a very strange situation.
Also, switching with 16" wheels is a VERY odd way to try to fix a shaking problem in a car that is made for 17" wheels and has a suspension, a braking system and vehicle stability control all tuned for 17" wheels.
If I were you, and if you are getting this treatment at a true Honda dealership, I would switch dealerships ASAP. Any Honda dealership can do warranty work for you. Good luck. . . . 
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Re: new 2009 Accord EX-L V-6 [bug4]
by elroy5
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Sep 17, 2008 (4:09 pm)
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Replying to: bug4 (Sep 17, 2008 3:08 pm)
Actually, changing the wheels and tires from another car (that doesn't exhibit the problem), is an easy way to eliminate wheels and tires as the cause. Also, if parts (cv joints) are not available, and the dealership is willing to do the extra work of removing parts from another car, to remedy the situation, that would be fine with me. Whatever it takes to solve the problem. It's much better than the usual "We haven't been able to duplicate the problem"  or "All these cars do that, and there is nothing we can do about it".  Anything is better than that.
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Re: new 2009 Accord EX-L V-6 [elroy5]
by keitha3
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Sep 17, 2008 (4:25 pm)
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Replying to: elroy5 (Sep 17, 2008 4:09 pm)
Yeah, but, if the OP is reporting things accurately, which I believe, the dealer said that switching the wheels/tires to 16's was the "only fix". Unless that is the only thing that could cause the problem, that can't be true. It simply can't. Also, why not try another set of 17's? That's what I have without that problem.
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- #146 of 275
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Re: new 2009 Accord EX-L V-6 [keitha3]
by elroy5
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Sep 17, 2008 (4:36 pm)
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Replying to: keitha3 (Sep 17, 2008 4:25 pm)
Any different wheels and tires will work. If the car still had the shimmy with the 16" wheels and tires, that still eliminates wheels and tires from the list. Now saying the 17" wheels are all defective makes no sense, but at least they are doing something. That remark would go in one ear, and out the other, as long as they eventually solve the issue at hand. IMO, it sounds like this dealership is trying to solve the problem. That is always better than when they tell you "everything is fine", only to find out it's not on the way home.
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Re: new 2009 Accord EX-L V-6 [arizbob]
by parviz
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Sep 17, 2008 (6:05 pm)
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Replying to: arizbob (Sep 17, 2008 11:09 am)
I would make sure that they put back my 17" wheels even if the new CV joints fix the problem, the problem should be fixed with the right size wheels/tires.
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- #148 of 275
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Re: new 2009 Accord EX-L V-6 [parviz]
by arizbob
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Sep 18, 2008 (5:42 am)
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Replying to: parviz (Sep 17, 2008 6:05 pm)
It is good too hear everyone's opinion. The shop foreman with 20 years experience with Honda is the one who told me every EX-L V6 on their lot would shimmy between 60 and 70 MPH. Also that the Honda engineers had been here (Scottsdale) last year and could not solve the problem. To change parts from new car to the other car in the mechanics idea is to put known good parts on till the shake goes away. Like a test lab.
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Please Help!
by hold31
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Sep 19, 2008 (7:40 am)
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O.k i went to Honda and they are offering me this:Car is a 4 dr sedan w/ navi. Auto, not v6. Black with black leather. Thanks all who respond
26,500 for car
4,000 trade on my semi ,o.k 02 altima 78,200 miles with a dent on side
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22,500
1,828 sales tax at 8.125%
45 dealers optional fee for processing
74.50 registration fee
10 inspection fee
12.50 nys waste tire
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$24,470.13
4,000 cash down
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20,470.13
I am finacing through my bank at 6.5% for 60 months. Is this their final offer on the car? I signed vechile cash agreement form but did not leave a deposit or anything. Middletown ny,
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Re: Please Help! [hold31]
by tallman1
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Sep 19, 2008 (11:07 am)
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Replying to: hold31 (Sep 19, 2008 7:40 am)
You may get more responses and read what others are paying here: Accord Prices Paid Forum
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Re: Please Help! [hold31]
by pat HOST
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Sep 19, 2008 (11:13 am)
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Replying to: hold31 (Sep 19, 2008 7:40 am)
Tallman has given you great advice - do click on his link and follow up there.
Good luck!
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- #152 of 275
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2009 honda accord sedan vs 2009 acura tsx
by iwantone
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Sep 24, 2008 (11:06 am)
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Can anyone give me advise on the 2009 honda accord exl v6 sedan vs 2009 acura tsx? There too many new hondas in my area. I like the look of the 09 acura tsx base model but does it have any kick to it. I am steering toward the v6 accord and I can't afford a TL. The reviews on the 09 tsx aren't that great it seems. I could really use some suggestions.
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