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Originally Posted by dhanushs Few suggestions on my behalf: - Painting the bumpers body color will change the entire look of the machine. I have seen the transformation, and its worth every penny spent.
- Blackening B and C pillar's? (Like condor suggested)
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I would be painting the bumpers a bit later, once i am bored with the current looks. Looking at it the other way, the black bumpers do give it a tough look.
Blackening the B & C pillars would be done as a DIY, as i had done on my Ikon.
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Originally Posted by dhanushs Regarding lighting, like condor suggested, go for Aux Hella Ralley ones. Lights up every nook of the road. It will be really useful for your trips to kerala. |
I need to consider this, or if i would prefer to upgrade the bulbs. I shall first try with the ASC if it is possible to focus the beam better with the current setup, and then later consider other options.
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Originally Posted by dhanushs Also, how confident do you feel cornering the Scrop, after the IKON? I know you are a sedate driver, but still, could you post a brief driving experience comparo with the IKON. Actually, more like safe driving tips for someone who has driven a nice handing sedan and then graduates to an SUV. |
Going by the initial hearsay about the Scorpio, one would think it would topple with a slight turn of the steering. However, i think a lot has changed since the early days. There is a 90 degree turn i take with a little speed on my Ikon, and tried that although at slightly lower speeds on the Scorp. It wasn't as bad as i had expected it to be. However, i do realize that a vehicle with a high COG shouldn't be subjected to such stunts, and so would exercise due caution as well. I believe sudden flicks of the steering wheel should be avoided, these could be disastrous.
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Originally Posted by GrayBerry Congrats on your new drive.
I would like to know more about the performance of the engine. I am interested in Bolero ZLX which shares the same engine.
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The Scorpio LX comes with the 2.2 MHawk engine. I do not think the same comes on the Bolero ZLX. The ZLX would come with the M2DiCR engine, the review of which i had posted on this link =>
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Originally Posted by condor Just head over to Mysore road / Hosur road late in the evenings. Even with the road divider, you'll see how 'good' the stock lights are. |
I have already realized the dismal throw from the stock beams.
I am actually surprised my Ikon headlights had better visibility when stock.
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Originally Posted by shankar.balan nice buy- enjoy it!
its a good tough vehicle and will give you many miles of enjoyable usage
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Thanks Shankar! I had initially planned on the green like your Scorp, but Anjaan's thread converted me to the mist silver as my choice.
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Originally Posted by Dry Ice I second this. anjan_c2007 had done a similar mod. Sure transforms the looks of this beast. Hope you don't mind me posting a pic here.
Anjan's ride (Taken from his ownership thread): |
I had referred Anjaan's thread quite a few times, and even had the pics downloaded for reference when finalizing the color. Painting the bumpers is a definite action item, but a little later.
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Originally Posted by revintup I am going for a scorpio lx very soon and have the following queries
2.Will installing a reverse sensor,remote locking and music system from a non authorised shop void the warranty?
3.Will there be a difference in cost/quality if i get the bumpers painted at a non ASC?
4.Can i get front facing 3rd row seats in lx(am willing to pay for it)?
5.Are the fog lamps any cheaper outside mahindra?I would be going for fogs solely for the looks and not for the utility. |
Congrats on your decision. My answers as follows :
2.) Make sure no wires are cut, and connectors are used. That shouldn't have an effect on the warranty.
3.) I plan on getting the bumpers & grill painted outside. If done at a good paintshop should come out well. At the dealer, the costs are highly prohibitive!
4.) Not sure of this. Ramky had done a similar mod on his Scorpio.
5.) It should be cheaper. However, i didn't want to take a chance, so got it done from the dealer.
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Originally Posted by dkamath Nice photo shots, and surely a memorable thread. Hoping you keep it updated with many pics. as your ownership days grow. Need to learn to use my DSLR soon. Tips, anyone?
As regards the headlamps, don't beat me for this, but would only suggest you try with the after market 60w offerings from Osram/Philips, which you'll be aware of already. Reasons:
1) despite having corrected vision (glasses, in simple terms), I don't think the "upgraded" 60w headlamps have failed me sighting anything obvious, anytime, on any kind of roads.
2) alternator lives long. ting tong (haha, hope Amaron doesn't hold me up for this, hehe) |
Thanks for the nice comments. I would definitely keep the thread updated, and post many pics as well.
Thanks for the tips on the bulbs as well.
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Originally Posted by Guderian Lovely colour.
Even to this day the delighful shape of the Scorp and just the mere sight of a well maintained Scorp gets my blood all a boilin' |
Thanks Guderian. After a darker color on my Ikon, i wanted a lighter color to hide the dust and muck better.
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Originally Posted by anjan_c2007 The colour is exactly like mine. In fact, mine was among the first few lots from the Refreshed version way back in April 2009.It hasn't given me any nightmarish or even bad experiences to complain about.
As fellow member comfortablynumb says, the P/W's need to be operated at least once or twice a week. Its like physiotherapy to keep the limbs engaged or else these become rheumatic.
The gears are quite stiff in the initial days. The reverse engagement gives a creaking noise when its put in that mode, telling you that there is something wrong in your action, though you are right.
The horn button is the stiffest of all the Mahindras/Jeeps/Willys' I have driven. Rather than a finger touch sufficing, it needs the full palm or "panja" (wah re panja! means hail the palm!) pressure for the sound of "Blow Horn".
Another sore point is the muscular and thick "A"pillar that creates a frightening blind spot.
While reversing, the distances etc are OK, as there's no boot and things can be judged for sure, but if there is a two wheeler parked just behind and one reverses unknowingly, the poor thing may be crushed. Hence, its always preferable to physically check whether there is any such object behind before occupying the driver's seat. Reverse cameras can do the job but I am for a minimal gadgetry. |
Thanks Anjaan. I had referred your thread as well as saved your Scorp pics for reference when i had decided on the LX and color. You would also remember i had asked you for more pics after the bumper painting.
A tip on the reverse gear i had received from the Mahindra service personnel who had come home to explain about the vehicle :
Depress the clutch, and push the gear to the extreme right to engage reverse. Hold it there for a moment, before pushing downwards and it wont complain.
I feel the same about the horn button. My Ikon's horn had a greater area over which it could be depressed, however on the Scorp you need to be sure about where you press. Makes it difficult with the steering turned.
I haven't felt the A Pillar to be a bother so far. I explicitly check if there are vehicles behind before reversing. A reverse sensor would be helpful, but not mandatory for me.