Loads of Accessory questions on NHC CVT

srasania · 6th May 2005, 14:11

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Originally Posted by MONTOYA

i would highly recomend to go for the window locks..

What exactly are window locks ?I've already gone in for Side Step Garnish for the vehicle.
Suraj

dragger · 7th May 2005, 03:50

hey buddy i would advise you take the teflon coat from the company...because the difference would be any where beetween 500-800 bucks from the local market price...plus when you get it from the company its more reliable..cheers...!!

navin · 7th May 2005, 10:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by MONTOYA

Why does the CVT need a 2 din system? wont a 1 din work fine?

u can but you'd need something like this
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-Qj5hbxn...0&I=142HA1572B
or
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-Qj5hbxn...00&I=120997860
or
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-Qj5hbxn...g=112200&avf=Y

we have 2 CVTs in our family. the 1st one came with a alpine cassette unit mounted in such a kit the second one came with a 2 din kenwood system.

Montoya · 7th May 2005, 12:20

Window locks are the locks on the window which prevent any one from steeling your mirrors.
take a look at this link..
http://www.whatahonda.com/city/style...ies_safety.asp

@ Navin.. Surely the system in the CVT in your family are aftermarket ones as HOnda supplies Alpine Cassette player with FM which is CD compatible..

Shan2nu · 7th May 2005, 12:40

Frankly, i don't see the need for 15" wheels. The NHC isn't the kind of car you would preffer throwing around. You should try and make your ride as comfortable as possible. 195/60 R14 is the best option. It'll give you massive lateral grip with an increase in ride quality.

Shan2nu

srasania · 7th May 2005, 13:14

Hi guys.Thanks for the replies..
Well,Montoya,the Window Locks aren't displayed on the weblink you've provided..there is Automatic Gear Shift Lock on that page..no Window Locks..
Shan2nu ,or anyone else.. you know any good GoodYear or other good Tyre dealer in Mumbai for the 195/60/14 tyres ??
I think I'll go with the Company Teflon Coating and under car sealant coating,since it's certainly more reliable to get it done from the co. itself.

Suraj

Shan2nu · 7th May 2005, 13:22

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Shan2nu ,or anyone else.. you know any good GoodYear or other good Tyre dealer in Mumbai for the 195/60/14 tyres ??

Well, NC had given me a number of this person called Jeetu (26490573) of Saifee Tyres. The GIIIs (195/60 R14) were costing around 3200 as of Feb 05'.

3.2 is a good price, considering that they cost 3.5 in Karnatake.

I think he also deals in various other brands including Goodyear.

Shan2nu

srasania · 16th June 2005, 22:39

One question - I want to know what is the Original Front and Rear Standard accessory Speaker sizes(inches diameter) ,which are equipped in NHC GXi CVT Model.
I wanted to look up Kicker/Sound Stream Speakers..but need to know the size of the front/rear speaker compartments,so that I can check/compare exactly the size which will fit in the NHC.

Thanks,
Suraj

karthik247 · 18th June 2005, 08:32

Since ur car in black, i suggest u get chrome alloys. They look stunning on black cars.

srasania · 19th June 2005, 20:54

Hello.I'm expecting my NHC CVT soon(within 2-3 days)..well,could you please tell whether upgrading to Bridgestone Potenza GIII 195/60/R14 tires from stock 175/65/R14 will it make steering more hard during turning ??..how much harder would it become after upgrade..like say if stock softness of steering is rated 9/10,how much would it reduce to after tire upgrade..?..I've already asked this same thing to a few people PMing them..but then thought I just might as well put it up on thread..

Also,how much mileage will I get with upgraded above tires..say if original stock tire mileage is 10kmpl in City,how much will I get after tire+alloy upgrade?
I would also like to ask - there is barely any extra height space for the trunk tire,so,if I keep 4 wider tires with alloys,and the trunk tire is stock 175/65/R14 bridgestone,will it work for like a maximum of 50-100km,till I get the 195/60R14 repaired at tire shop?

Thanks,
Suraj

srasania · 19th June 2005, 21:18

Also,FE is of concern to us,since anyways,we'll be getting a low FE of around 10/litre in Mumbai..so,please tell me whether to go in only for Alloys or alloys(hard chrome) + rims?
My sister will be driving the car most of the time,and she's slow,won't be throwing the car or going down on the gas pedal much..so,please advise on the upgrades.
Car is NHC Black CVT.
Thanks,
Suraj

Montoya · 19th June 2005, 23:45

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the Window Locks aren't displayed

The dealer will show you. They are cheap cost arounf 500Rs and are very useful. They prevent theft of the mirror.

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you know any good GoodYear or other good Tyre dealer in Mumbai

Well there is one dealer in Vashi named Best tyre. He was giving the Eagle F1s for 2800Rs and the GIIIs for 3100Rs.

As far as alloys go then go for Chrome ones. They will look very good with black. Also put Side Step Garnish. They prevent scratches near the doors.

srasania · 20th June 2005, 08:02

yeah.. am gonna go in for Chrome alloys,and side step garnish has been ordered too.
Will ask the dealer to show mirror locks..haven't seen them on the honda website.
Suraj

turboindia · 20th June 2005, 08:25

you know any good GoodYear or other good Tyre dealer in Mumbai

Call lalit 9820289737. he'll give you the best tyres that are possible

Cheers and have fun with your new car

viper · 20th June 2005, 09:06

Hey buddy,

Mirror locks cost like Rs150/- odd. As far as tyres go use the same size all around . I would personally recommend Pirelli P5000 or P6000. Make sure you check the manufacturing date on the tyres as you would not want to be saddled with old stock. By upsizing to 195/60/14 your steering would become approx 5% harder which in power steering car is as good as nothing. Some people increase air pressure to compensate that but at the cost of ride quality. Also go for dull chrome for the more sober look instead of shining (in any case they will keep getting dirty and the look is then dull).

As far as audio goes give me a call or buzz me I'll show you my setup. In any case I can always give you free advice and you can get the stuff from whomever you are comfortable.

Hope I have been of help.

Viper

7th May 2005, 03:50	#17
dragger BHPian Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: India-Mumbai-Colaba Posts: 350 Thanked: 6 Times	hey buddy i would advise you take the teflon coat from the company...because the difference would be any where beetween 500-800 bucks from the local market price...plus when you get it from the company its more reliable..cheers...!!
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7th May 2005, 12:20	#19
Montoya BANNED Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Best City In India Mumbai Posts: 665 Thanked: 0 Times	Window locks are the locks on the window which prevent any one from steeling your mirrors. take a look at this link.. http://www.whatahonda.com/city/style...ies_safety.asp @ Navin.. Surely the system in the CVT in your family are aftermarket ones as HOnda supplies Alpine Cassette player with FM which is CD compatible..
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7th May 2005, 12:40	#20
Shan2nu Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Hubli - Karnata Posts: 5,533 Thanked: 125 Times View My Garage	Frankly, i don't see the need for 15" wheels. The NHC isn't the kind of car you would preffer throwing around. You should try and make your ride as comfortable as possible. 195/60 R14 is the best option. It'll give you massive lateral grip with an increase in ride quality. Shan2nu
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7th May 2005, 13:14	#21
srasania BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 321 Thanked: 8 Times View My Garage	Hi guys.Thanks for the replies.. Well,Montoya,the Window Locks aren't displayed on the weblink you've provided..there is Automatic Gear Shift Lock on that page..no Window Locks.. Shan2nu ,or anyone else.. you know any good GoodYear or other good Tyre dealer in Mumbai for the 195/60/14 tyres ?? I think I'll go with the Company Teflon Coating and under car sealant coating,since it's certainly more reliable to get it done from the co. itself. Suraj
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16th June 2005, 22:39	#23
srasania BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 321 Thanked: 8 Times View My Garage	One question - I want to know what is the Original Front and Rear Standard accessory Speaker sizes(inches diameter) ,which are equipped in NHC GXi CVT Model. I wanted to look up Kicker/Sound Stream Speakers..but need to know the size of the front/rear speaker compartments,so that I can check/compare exactly the size which will fit in the NHC. Thanks, Suraj
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18th June 2005, 08:32	#24
karthik247 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: BLR, HYD Posts: 2,710 Thanked: 30 Times	Since ur car in black, i suggest u get chrome alloys. They look stunning on black cars.
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19th June 2005, 20:54	#25
srasania BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 321 Thanked: 8 Times View My Garage	Hello.I'm expecting my NHC CVT soon(within 2-3 days)..well,could you please tell whether upgrading to Bridgestone Potenza GIII 195/60/R14 tires from stock 175/65/R14 will it make steering more hard during turning ??..how much harder would it become after upgrade..like say if stock softness of steering is rated 9/10,how much would it reduce to after tire upgrade..?..I've already asked this same thing to a few people PMing them..but then thought I just might as well put it up on thread.. Also,how much mileage will I get with upgraded above tires..say if original stock tire mileage is 10kmpl in City,how much will I get after tire+alloy upgrade? I would also like to ask - there is barely any extra height space for the trunk tire,so,if I keep 4 wider tires with alloys,and the trunk tire is stock 175/65/R14 bridgestone,will it work for like a maximum of 50-100km,till I get the 195/60R14 repaired at tire shop? Thanks, Suraj
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19th June 2005, 21:18	#26
srasania BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 321 Thanked: 8 Times View My Garage	Also,FE is of concern to us,since anyways,we'll be getting a low FE of around 10/litre in Mumbai..so,please tell me whether to go in only for Alloys or alloys(hard chrome) + rims? My sister will be driving the car most of the time,and she's slow,won't be throwing the car or going down on the gas pedal much..so,please advise on the upgrades. Car is NHC Black CVT. Thanks, Suraj
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20th June 2005, 08:02	#28
srasania BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 321 Thanked: 8 Times View My Garage	yeah.. am gonna go in for Chrome alloys,and side step garnish has been ordered too. Will ask the dealer to show mirror locks..haven't seen them on the honda website. Suraj
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20th June 2005, 08:25	#29
turboindia BHPian Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Cochin Posts: 253 Thanked: 4 Times	you know any good GoodYear or other good Tyre dealer in Mumbai Call lalit 9820289737. he'll give you the best tyres that are possible Cheers and have fun with your new car
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20th June 2005, 09:06	#30
viper BANNED Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,773 Thanked: 19 Times	Hey buddy, Mirror locks cost like Rs150/- odd. As far as tyres go use the same size all around . I would personally recommend Pirelli P5000 or P6000. Make sure you check the manufacturing date on the tyres as you would not want to be saddled with old stock. By upsizing to 195/60/14 your steering would become approx 5% harder which in power steering car is as good as nothing. Some people increase air pressure to compensate that but at the cost of ride quality. Also go for dull chrome for the more sober look instead of shining (in any case they will keep getting dirty and the look is then dull). As far as audio goes give me a call or buzz me I'll show you my setup. In any case I can always give you free advice and you can get the stuff from whomever you are comfortable. Hope I have been of help. Viper
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