[Sheel]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

I have done TD'ing both these cars well. S-Cross has a slight edge when it comes to the engine, ride quality and overall drivers connection with the vehicle.

If you don't need that space & a bit more GC and an AWD, the S-Cross should be it, but only in 1.6.

Mahindra is not as refined as a Suzuki, plus some quirks and niggles might be there. I know, for you, the parts-sharing might be a put-off, but they would be more hard wearing than what you would find in a Mahindra.

If you are not waiting for a new launch, it makes [financial] sense to let the Swift go.

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by Sheel

The S-Cross should be it, but only in 1.6.

Obviously buddy.

Originally Posted by Sheel

If you are not waiting for a new launch, it makes [financial] sense to let the Swift go.

All depends on how fast dad is convinced for the S-Cross 1.6L Alpha.

I hate the Facelift version of the S-Cross over the current one so if it is S-Cross then it'll have to bought before the facelift is launched.

[a4anurag]

D.I.Y Install – Check Valve in the Windshield Washer Pipe

Q: What is a Check Valve?

Ans: A check valve or non-return valve or one-way valve is a valve that normally allows fluid to flow through it in only one direction (prevents backward flow).

Q: Where do I need it in my car?

Ans: I have installed this in the pipe of the windshield washing system. At the lowest part of the pipe carrying water to the nozzles almost near the washer tank/pump

Q: Why did I need to install this?

Ans: To negate the delay in water spray when the washer stalk is pulled. This prevents the wipers from sweeping the windshield dry that could scratch the glass too. Life of the blades too could increase as the cleaning efficiency is increased with water spraying at the same time the sweep starts.

Q: How did I install the Check valve?

Ans: Install is simple. Cut a small portion of the pipe and connect the two ends of the valve with the pipe.

PROCEDURE

Step – 1: Park the car on firm ground and engage the handbrake.

Step – 2: Open the hood and start to remove the bumper. Here's the link to open the bumper: Front Bumper removal explained

Step – 3: Once the bumper is removed, the washer tank will be found near the right side of the car. It is just ahead of the right side wheel. The tank has two pipes coming upwards where one sends water to the front windshield nozzles and the other pipe sends water to the rear windshield nozzle.

Step – 4: Cut a small part of the pipe and install this check valve in line keeping the direction of the flow in mind.*

Step – 5: Connect both the ends of the valve to the pipe. Check if all is fine by running water through on both the front and rear windshield. Check for any leaks!

Step – 6: Once the sure of no leakages and all is functioning well, secure it using nylon zip ties.

Step – 7: Re-install the front bumper.


*
The check valve must be installed rightly as it allows flow only in one direction and if installed the wrong way it can damage the motor too. Every check valve has the direction of flow on the casing. Please keep this in mind.

Link to purchase

http://www.ebay.in/itm/5pcs-Aquarium...MAAOSw9IpX0RIN

Items Required for the Install

Check Valve - 2 no's


Socket Set


Scissors


Nylon Zip Ties

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Images of the Install

Bumper Removed


Windshield Washer Tank


Washer Pumps and piping


OE Connector removed


Check valve installed on the pipe carrying water to the front windshield washer nozzles


Check valve installed on the pipe carrying water to the Rear windshield washer nozzles


Check valve with direction of flow (See the arrow)

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Videos of the Install

1) Front Windshield washer - Before Check valve install (Note the initial delay when used first time

Front wiper - Before check valve install

2) Front Windshield washer - After Check valve install - Sprays at the same time when sweep begins

Front wiper - After check valve install

3) Rear Windshield washer - Before Check valve install (Note the initial delay when used first time

Rear wiper - Before check valve install

4) Rear Windshield washer - After Check valve install - Sprays at the same time when sweep begins

Rear wiper - After check valve install

NOTE: Please jack up the volume to listen to the motor sound before the spraying actually begins.

Thanks for reading guys.

[a4anurag]

Guys,

Have installed the LED Footwell lighting in my Swift.

Please do read and add your valuable comments / suggestions. Thanks.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...-lighting.html

[a4anurag]

ODOMETER UPDATE

Finally the car hits it's biggest milestone i.e. 1,00,000 kms




Shall be updating the thread by evening with more details.

[madhav14]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

ODOMETER UPDATE

Finally the car hits it's biggest milestone i.e. 1,00,000 kms


Attachment 1582125

Shall be updating the thread by evening with more details.

Wow that's quite a milestone

Kudos to the care you've been taking in maintaining the car in such a beautiful condition. I recently saw your car when we met, it still looks like it was bought just a couple of months ago.

And that fuel efficiency deserves a special mention. You've been constantly getting more than 20kmpl all through this 1,00,000km. Glad to see you having a very peaceful and a wonderful ownership experience with that car.

Now that it has reached the big mark, I guess it is time to change this car and get yourself a new one?

The Mahindra's cheetah (XUV) is waiting for us with good discounts running now. Let's book it together. What say?

[dhruvritzed]

I guess the milestone has taken its fair share of time coming, waiting for the details and also the next one
XUV or the Big S??

[a4anurag]

Summary of events from from Day 1

• 19.12.2013 ---- Blue Streak enters my life;
  
  
• 31.12.2013 ---- 3M visit for Paint sealant treatment;
  
  
• 01.01.2014 ---- Review goes live;
  
  
• 29.12.2013 ---- 1000 kms up in 10 days;
  
  
• 12.01.2014 ---- PPF Done for doors and handle cups;
  
  
• 17.02.2014 ---- First nick damaging the Right ORVM indicator;
  
  
• 21.02.2014 ---- 5000 kms up in 48 days;
  
  
• 17.03.2014 ---- Rear bumper damaged by a biker;
  
  
• 08.04.2014 ---- Changed from Stock headlamps to Philips Xtreme Vision (60/55W);
  
  
• 11.04.2014 ---- Star 3D Mats added and Fuel filler neck replacement recall;
  
  
• 12.04.2014 ---- 10000 kms up in 4 months;
  
  
• 09.06.2014 ---- 15000 kms in 5.4 months;
  
  
• 24.07.2014 ---- Seat covers installed;
  
  
• 03.08.2014 ---- 20000 kms in 7.5 months;
  
  
• 14.09.2014 ---- Accident on ORR damaging the FR fender;
  
  
• 30.10.2014 ---- 25000 kms up in 10 months and 11 days;
  
  
• 25.11.2014 ---- FR Fender replaced and repainted
  
  
• 29.11.2014 ---- 30000 kms up in 11 months and 10 days;
  
  
• 19.12.2014 ---- Happy 1st Birthday to the Blue Streak.
  
  
• 31.03.2015 ---- 40,000 kms in 15 months;
  
  
• 13.07.2015 ---- 50,000 kms in 19 months;
  
  
• 13.09.2015 ---- Upgraded from MRF ZVTV to MRF Z.L.O's;
  
  
• 03.11.2015 ---- Humming Noise Update on the Z.L.O's;
  
  
• 06.11.2015 ---- 60,000 kms in 23 months;
  
  
• 08.11.2015 ---- Changed from MRF Z.L.O's to Michelin XM2+
  
  
• 19.12.2015 ---- Happy 2nd Birthday to the Blue Streak;
  
  
• 11.02.2016 ---- 70,000 kms in 26 months;
  
  
• 18.05.2016 ---- 80,000 kms in 29 months;
  
  
• 24.08.2016 ---- 90,000 kms in 32 months;
  
  
• 28.09.2016 ---- Front Bumper/Fog light changed
  
  
• 04.12.2016 ---- 1,00,000 kms in 36 months

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Accidents so far

1. Rear Bumper damage

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3392941

2. Right side front fender damage

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3532657

3. Front bumper/fog light damage

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post4065962


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Modifications and D.I.Y’s so far

1. Air filter cleaning

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3648503

2. MAF Cleaning

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3649333

3. Headlight Upgrade – 1: OEM bulbs to Philips Xtreme Vision (60/55W H4) P43t

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3408200

4. Headlight Upgrade – 1: Philips Xtreme Vision (60/55W H4) to Philips Rally (100/90W) with Hella wiring harness

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3673686

5. Seat covers and Floor lamination

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3487587

6. Cabin Light conversion to LED

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...uti-swift.html

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3784456

7. Boot light conversion to LED

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3697588

8. Tyre Upgrade from MRF ZVTV (185/65 R15) to MRF Z.L.O (195/60 R15)

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3800761


9. Tyre swap from MRF Z.L.O (195/60 R15) to Michelin XM2+ (195/60 R15)

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3843768

10. Registration number plate swap to LED

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3894913

11. Brake Light conversion to LED

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post4013354

12. Gear knob swap from Golf ball type to Ciaz’s

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post4049438

13. Installing check valve in the windshield washer system

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post4088493

14. LED Foot-well lighting

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...-lighting.html

15. Dashcam Install – Mini 0806

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...sh-camera.html

16. Caliper pin replacement

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...placement.html

17. D.I.Y Intercooler Cleaning

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...tercooler.html

18. DIY Install – Auto dimming IRVM and Anti-glare ORVM

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...are-orvms.html

19. DIY Install – DRL

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...tallation.html

20. DIY Cleaning – EGR

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...-ddis-mjd.html

21. DIY Repair: Windshield Crack/Chip

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...hip-crack.html

22. DIY Install – LED’s in tail lights & indicator

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...uti-swift.html

23. TPMS

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/tyre-a...ng-system.html

24. Armrest Installation

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...uti-swift.html

25. DIY Cleaning – Aircon Blower

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...uti-swift.html

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Issues faced so far

1. Vibrations at 2K rpm at 43K

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/techni...ml#post3717995

2. MRF ZLO humming noise issue

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3839823

3. Vibrations at 2K rpm at 83K + it’s solution and Front Suspension bushes change

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post4021384

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Links to all service details/bills

5,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3379208

10,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3420736

20,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3500259

30,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3599822

40,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3703733

50,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3761781

60,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3855390

70,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3921455

80,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post3987363

90,000 kms

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post4043886

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Parts changed so far: Apart from the regular consumables

1. Front suspension bush kit - Once
2. Clutch plates - Twice
3. Pressure plates - Twice
4. Clutch release bearing - Once
5. Flywheel - Once
6. Brake pads - Once
7. Link rods - Once

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A few images of the car:

1 lakh kms finally


Went to Gurudwara, Bidar, Karnataka today








Got the routine Wheel Alignment, Wheel Balancing and Rotation done


Collage of the odometers from 500 to 1,00,000 kms.

[a4anurag]

1,00,000 kms Service UPDATE

Got it done today with odometer reading - 1,00,233 kms

Service Bill


Service costs till date


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My horn was acting up off late and would function normally when the car goes over any pothole or medium undulation on the road. Sometimes it would be one horn or sometimes none. So opened the bumper to check which of the two are gone or it is wiring issue. After close check, got hold of the culprit i.e. High tone horn

So decided to try something aftermarket but sadly I liked none of the sounds, they were too loud for my tastes so went to MGP outlet and got the pair.

In the past two weeks, I would have opened the bumper 8-9 times just for the horns. Sadly to say I got the wrong ones, it were Dzire's that were not fitting in my Swift as the clamp that holds the horn was different in length and coming in contact with the upper grille. So went to my MGP again and asked them to check.

Wrong horns for 2013 model Swift


Bumper Opened


OEM Horns that came with the car


See the difference in clamp length and angle in both the images


Finally got the right set of horns


Make: Hella
Type: Water proof
Part Number (Low Tone): 38500 M 74L40
Part Number (High Tone): 38500 M 74L30
MRP (Low Tone): ₹288
MRP (High Tone): ₹290
Total: ₹578

As seen the engine bay is too dirty and the car begs for detailing sessions. Have planned to visit 3M car care soon. Will update the thread as soon as I am done with the visit.

[Vik0728]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Summary of events from from Day 1

• 19.12.2013 ---- Blue Streak enters my life;
  
  
• 04.12.2016 ---- 1,00,000 kms in 36 months

Brilliant compilation of events Anurag and I am just speechless as to how you remember all this so distinctly bro

Just the other day I wanted to post about how good you had maintained your 'Blue Streak' but somehow skipped my To Do List !!

Very inspirational to look at such ownerships here and it only urges me to be more and more Car-o-holic.

1,00,000 kms Service UPDATE

Net Bill amount - INR 6641/-

Man the last I remember seeing such a "Puny" bill amount was during the Getz servicing, over 3yrs back.

Whether its 1,00,000 or 1000 kms, we VAG owners can possibly never dream of such bill amounts

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by madhav14

The Mahindra's cheetah (XUV). What say?

Lol no Madhav. No XUV, it will be S-Cross.

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

XUV or the Big S??

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross 1.6L Alpha is what would come if dad is convinced that I am trying for else I retain the Swift.

Originally Posted by Vik0728

Brilliant compilation of events Anurag

Thanks buddy.

[dhruvritzed]

Good choice that ways, no blue this time
Btw what lead you towards the Alpha, zeta is good vafm and i drove the delta and found not much missing
This being the year end, I urge you to haggle hard starting january, some really cool deals going
How much would you expect for your swift, I expect it to not see as high a resale due to low demand and introduction of the Baleno

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

no blue this time

No blue at all even though the S-Cross looks brilliant in blue.

It is Silver this time.

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

Btw what lead you towards the Alpha,

1.6L engine is available only in Alpha and I believe to buy top end be it any car.

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

How much would you expect for your swift

4-4.5L. Am I thinking big?

Will get the car evaluated by True Value guys. Let's see what it comes out to.

Currently there is 45-50K exchange bonus going for S-Cross. Have informed dad let's see what he concludes.

[dhruvritzed]

Guess it'll go below 4
S cross is there in 3 variants, delta zeta and alpha
Cash discounts are also there
would love if you tried other options, i simply loved the car camparo at the start of this thread
Somewhere you'd mentioned your running will increase??is that so

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

S cross is there in 3 variants, delta zeta and alpha

No sir.

DDiS200 - Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha
DDiS320 - Alpha only.

Initially both engines were available from Delta but End 2015, IIRC, Maruti stopped Delta and Zeta on the DDiS320 variant.

My running is 110 kms a day.