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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #240 on: November 01, 2008, 03:58:55 PM »
So if we don't mind the FC, its better to use w50, right?  :thumbsup:

in singapore, not necessary. after all, most prob use for 5 - 7 yrs only, and w50 is overkill for latio.. but if you really wanna use w50... by all means.

however, i highly recommend w30 for cars under 100k.

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« Reply #241 on: November 01, 2008, 04:00:17 PM »
Hi Vypez, a noob question. How do I know if the leather seats in my Latio (the new facelift) one is full leather or is synthetic leather?

nowadays, quite hard to tell.. one maybe tell tale sign is pressing the leather. if the leather stays dented in, prob is real!

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #242 on: November 19, 2008, 07:33:23 AM »
Bro Vypez, care to share ur experience, regarding abt exhaust. My doubt is by modding exhuast muffler will enhance the ride performance in term of ride feels "light"? Heard difference reviews......quite confusing... can advise me???

Thanks!

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« Reply #243 on: November 19, 2008, 03:00:31 PM »
Bro Vypez, care to share ur experience, regarding abt exhaust. My doubt is by modding exhuast muffler will enhance the ride performance in term of ride feels "light"? Heard difference reviews......quite confusing... can advise me???

Thanks!

well, the stock exhaust is extremely restrictive thus changing to a semi flow will probably make it feel "lighter" as exhaust can pass thru easier.

however, auto cars require backpressure so you're unable to go for straight-thru unlike manual cars.

for me, i've tried both, semi on my latio, 3" straight thru on my wrx. and i truly believe in what i just told you and im pretty sure many will agree.

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« Reply #244 on: November 19, 2008, 10:35:29 PM »
well, the stock exhaust is extremely restrictive thus changing to a semi flow will probably make it feel "lighter" as exhaust can pass thru easier.

however, auto cars require backpressure so you're unable to go for straight-thru unlike manual cars.

for me, i've tried both, semi on my latio, 3" straight thru on my wrx. and i truly believe in what i just told you and im pretty sure many will agree.

Thanks for ur input bro. Guess semi flow will be the way to go.... Thanks again!!!  ;)

Btw, is there any recommend after market for Latio or merely get it operate??? Any advise???

Cheers!!!  :smile:
« Last Edit: November 19, 2008, 10:59:41 PM by JLHeng »

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #245 on: December 01, 2008, 04:34:11 PM »
Hi,

A new latio sedan premium owner. Just collected it on Sunday. Question on the alcantara leather: is there a scotchguard protector product in Singapore that I can purchase and use on the seats? I know 3M has it but can't find it in the local shops. Anyone can advise where to get it and how much?

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #246 on: December 01, 2008, 07:38:01 PM »
Hi,

A new latio sedan premium owner. Just collected it on Sunday. Question on the alcantara leather: is there a scotchguard protector product in Singapore that I can purchase and use on the seats? I know 3M has it but can't find it in the local shops. Anyone can advise where to get it and how much?

Cheers!

Hi,

"Scotchgard Fabric and Upholstery Protector"? In 10 oz spray cans, available at Home-Fix, $17.15 per can. I bought at Ang Mo Kio Hub, same level as NTUC Hypermart. Don't know if suitable for Alacantra leathers or not. They may have other range. Understand "Mothers" brand has good leather maintenance products.

CHEERS! ...uncle susa.

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #247 on: December 02, 2008, 12:14:52 AM »
Hi,

A new latio sedan premium owner. Just collected it on Sunday. Question on the alcantara leather: is there a scotchguard protector product in Singapore that I can purchase and use on the seats? I know 3M has it but can't find it in the local shops. Anyone can advise where to get it and how much?

Cheers!

hehe, firstly welcome.

secondly, i dont know! ask me auto related stuff bro!  =]

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #248 on: December 02, 2008, 12:35:31 AM »
Hi,

"Scotchgard Fabric and Upholstery Protector"? In 10 oz spray cans, available at Home-Fix, $17.15 per can. I bought at Ang Mo Kio Hub, same level as NTUC Hypermart. Don't know if suitable for Alacantra leathers or not. They may have other range. Understand "Mothers" brand has good leather maintenance products.

CHEERS! ...uncle susa.

Thanks uncle susa. However, Scotchgard Fabric and Upholstery Protector is not reccommended for suede, it's for fabric only. I am looking for something similiar to http://leathermediccare.com/leathercare.html. wondering if any folks here know where to get it locally?

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #249 on: December 02, 2008, 04:46:13 PM »
Hi,

I just got a Latio Sport Premium / infact my 1st car this month.. I read quite a few forum quoting PPS for new car.. May I know what is that? Is it very important to do the PPS when i get my Latio?

Please advise.
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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #250 on: December 02, 2008, 06:33:51 PM »
everything is optional, except for servicing and maintainence.


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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #251 on: January 04, 2009, 07:48:38 PM »
hey bro vypez, i got the Latio premium. And it seems there is some kind of wiring attached to the rear-view mirror. May I know what purpose it serve? Does it mean the rear-view mirror got "some special function"?
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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #252 on: January 04, 2009, 09:51:18 PM »
hey bro vypez, i got the Latio premium. And it seems there is some kind of wiring attached to the rear-view mirror. May I know what purpose it serve? Does it mean the rear-view mirror got "some special function"?

hi!

tat is ur i-key sensor ;)

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #253 on: January 09, 2009, 04:30:23 PM »
Any idea how much to repair my dented boot as per attached pic ..
its like a vertical line denting at the 90deg angle of my boot.
Got 2 spots ... the other smaller dent .
where got cheapest repair ? :(
« Last Edit: January 20, 2009, 08:48:51 AM by jalan »

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #254 on: January 11, 2009, 12:03:56 PM »
Any idea how much to repair my dented boot as per attached pic ..
its like a vertical line denting at the 90deg angle of my boot.
Got 2 spots ... the other smaller dent .
where got cheapest repair ? :(

You may want to try Lye Designs at www.lyedesigns.com.sg.

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #255 on: January 12, 2009, 02:59:39 PM »
You may want to try Lye Designs at www.lyedesigns.com.sg.


how much will they charge ? :confused1:

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« Reply #256 on: January 13, 2009, 01:20:14 PM »
how much will they charge ? :confused1:

you have to bring your car there to let them evaluate whether need knocking or not.
I got mine paintless repair at $150 (one big and 3 small), but mine was at the front.

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #257 on: January 24, 2009, 07:34:59 PM »
Vypez, you know whats the speed for torque converter lockup?

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Re: Newbies HELP thread, ask vypez anything!
« Reply #258 on: February 08, 2009, 09:43:16 PM »
Bro Vypez, would like to check with u where can I get the ultraman EO which u recommended to me sometime ago? Pls advise.

Thanks,

JLHeng

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« Reply #259 on: February 08, 2009, 10:41:59 PM »
Bro Vypez, would like to check with u where can I get the ultraman EO which u recommended to me sometime ago? Pls advise.

Thanks,

JLHeng

hi!

i think i saw it in Silent b4. hope this help