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post Jun 21 2016, 03:43 AM

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SA told me my wife's Lunar Silver 1.8 is on its way. Will be available next week.

The only problem is the number plate will still be WC...Y then. Now trying to secure a WD...A plate.
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QUOTE(Boy96 @ Jun 21 2016, 04:43 AM)
I thought they are stopping the WD...A series and move to V and F plate series?
WD series will stop after WD....D. Tender for the V series will begin in July.
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post Jun 21 2016, 08:19 AM

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QUOTE(cruxidex @ Jun 21 2016, 05:03 AM)
I saw WD.... A plate since last week already.. try selangor also la BNV
Did u see me? What car? biggrin.gif

I started using my WD...A plate last Thurs.
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post Jun 21 2016, 08:26 AM

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QUOTE(Alternation @ Jun 21 2016, 08:18 AM)
1.5t drivers out there, are you pumping (planning to pump) ron95 or 97?

According to Honda's chief engineer Yuji Matsumochi, he mentioned that the engine is tuned to run on regular (ron95). As for premium (ron95 and above), no difference.
A lot has been said and will be said about the so called 'benefits' of using RON97 on cars which are tuned/designed for RON95. And a lot of this is actually spread by the fuel companies themselves to 'encourage' RON97 use.

Unless ure driving a high performance / high compression turbo, RON95 is good enough. Im using RON95 on my car and its perfectly fine.

But the best RON95 fuel out there is actually BHP Infiniti Advanced. It actually sits in between Euro 3 and Euro 4.



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QUOTE(Alternation @ Jun 21 2016, 08:39 AM)
FC is still the way to measure any difference. Did u do FC calc on ur BMW?

I alternate between 95 and 97 and somehow it feels difference in terms of power ... feel good factor maybe. Got to start monitoring the FC with the civic.

My plan now is to run 97 until 1500 to 2000kms. Then change to 95 to see any difference.
Nope I didn't. I don't drive economically (because of the turbo and also cuz I don't pay for my fuel).

But Paultan has done a comparison between RON95 vs RON97. I couldn't post the link but u can Google it up.

Its just not worth using RON97.

You probably know this but this is just for info.

RON stands for Research Octane Number, a rating used to measure a fuels knocking resistance in spark-ignition internal combustion engines. Knocking is what happens when parts or all of the air-fuel mixture prematurely ignites before the flame from the spark plug can reach it. In reality a higher RON number means the fuel burns less easily so how can it provide you with more power?

Performance engines normally have higher compression ratios so it needs higher knock resistance to withstand higher compression. Only engines with higher compression ratios take advantage of higher octane gas. If you pump a fuel with a higher octane reading, all ure doing is waste it as your car engine doesn't take advantage of its additional knocking resistance. A majority of the cars on the road are designed with lower compression ratios thus only requiring RON92 or RON95 fuel.

There was a medical survey that was done a few years back in a Western country (not sure which). In that survey a group of ppl were given a new multivitamin pill once a day for a period of 3 months and were told that this pill would bring major health advantages. At the end of the 3 month period, they were asked to take a survey with questions on various aspects of their health and body. 85% of the group members claimed improvements in various aspects of their physical wellbeing.

But what they didn't know was that they were all given a 'dud' pill filled with granulated glucose with no medicinal properties whatsoever.

The power of the mind eh? biggrin.gif


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QUOTE(isr25 @ Jun 21 2016, 08:55 AM)
Warning by car companies of using Euro 2 diesel in Euro 5 engines.

https://www.onemotoring.com.sg/content/onem...s_Causeway.html

Despite the lower fuel cost and higher performance of diesel-engined cars, owners of such vehicles are advised to enjoy these advantages only in Singapore and not across the Causeway because of the big difference in diesel fuel quality.

New diesel-engined passenger models sold in Singapore are Euro 5-compliant and the ultra-low sulphur diesel sold at the pumps here contains only 50 ppm (parts per million) of sulphur. This specification is compliant for use in Euro 5 diesel engines.

On the other hand, diesel fuel sold in Malaysia is Euro 2 compliant, with 500 ppm. Euro 4 standards with 50 ppm are expected to be implemented in 2015.

"It is not recommended for the new Kia Sorento Diesel to use Malaysian diesel as it is of a much lower grade," says Chin Kee Min, senior manager of authorised Kia distributor Cycle & Carriage Kia. "If lower grade diesel is used, it may cause engine clogging and misfiring issues, and perhaps other related problems as well."

A workshop manager who did not want to be named said that if the wrong diesel specification - such as one with high-sulphur content - is used "persistently", it could risk clogging the diesel particulate filter and may also cause engine damage.

"If there is a need to fill the tank, do not overfill but have enough to get across to Singapore and then refuel with better quality diesel in Singapore," he said.

He explained that using lower quality diesel may result in some "light smoke from the exhaust" as a result of the high sulphur content.

"It is also advisable to run the vehicle with the better quality diesel at expressway speeds for at least 20 minutes so the diesel particulate filter can regenerate itself. When in doubt, take the vehicle back to the dealer for a proper check," he added.

As for loading a jerry can with diesel from Singapore and carrying it with you for trips up north, the workshop manager does not recommend it.

He explains: "For safety reasons, this is not advisable."

Then again, the superb fuel efficiency of a diesel-engined car may not require most owners to fill up in Malaysia at all.

A Wearnes Automotive spokesman says that with a full tank of diesel, the Jaguar XF 2.2D will be able to travel "over 1,000 km".

"An owner is likely to be able to make a short trip to Kuala Lumpur and back with no difficulty," he said. "However, if absolutely necessary, customers are advised to top up only sufficient diesel to travel back to Singapore and not to fill up a full tank."
Simple explanation. Malaysian cars are re-tuned/calibrated to accept the lower RON rating fuel while Singaporean cars aren't.
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QUOTE(isr25 @ Jun 21 2016, 09:20 AM)
I think you're misunderstanding on the RON rating and sulphur content which is 2 different things. Yes, cars in Malaysia are detuned to accept lower RON fuel (RON92) which prevents knocking/pinging but the sulphur content is what Euro 2 (500ppm) and Euro4 (50ppm) is all about.

According to the article which I posted, it can damage the emission control system and long term use may damage the engine - although it's talking about diesel engines.
If this was the case, we would have seen many breakdown cases before this. Turbos have been in Malaysia for a number of years already.

Anyway, im not worried about this RON95 vs RON97 thing. I can bet you a majority of the ppl on this thread will not keep their car more than 7 years. I surely wont.
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Now im wondering if I should replace the car tyres with say Michelin PS3? How much would the current Conti MC5 be worth?

MC5 doesn't have good reviews online. Wet grip isn't as good as PS3 sad.gif

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QUOTE(loneboy62 @ Jun 21 2016, 10:03 AM)
V car plate when would it start for bidding?
WD...E bidding will end 28 June. So this would probably be the last for the W series. V should start after that.
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QUOTE(blurjoey @ Jun 21 2016, 10:22 AM)
Anyone going to try that RON100 from Petron?
Don't use RON100 with your car. There have been a few BMW owners who used that RON100 fuel and encountered problems.

That is specially for high compression engines.
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post Jun 21 2016, 10:34 AM

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Can anybody with a Lunar Silver post some pics of the car out in the open? Hopefully some Malaysian pics.
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QUOTE(asakura2020 @ Jun 21 2016, 10:38 AM)
It is alreatdy there posted by pigin earlier here :

https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/3859674/+2520
I said out in the open. Not under a car porch.
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QUOTE(pigin @ Jun 21 2016, 10:39 AM)
I only have this. Tmr holiday I post one more la
Thanks bro.

Take some pics out in the open in bright sunlight and also at night. Take from different angles if possible.

And keep bonnet closed. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(pigin @ Jun 21 2016, 10:47 AM)
Manual says u get the low fuel indicator when u have 7L left in the tank.

Maybe 7L is rezeb??
Be very careful with the fuel indicator. Different cars have different methods to calculate the remaining fuel.

VW Golf fuel drops in blocks of every 15-20km range while Kia and BMW are more 'precise' cuz their range drops by the km.

U also need to know what is the remaining fuel when the light first comes on and then when its starts blinking. Always know your reserve fuel capacity so that in an emergency you will know if u can reach your destination or otherwise.

Assuming u will always be able to fill up when required is dangerous.
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QUOTE(isr25 @ Jun 21 2016, 10:52 AM)
My SA gave me these. 1.8 version tho

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But you can see the difference in colour for Lunar Silver & Modern Steel
Thanks Bro. Much appreciated.

This colour will look very nice in bright sunlight and will also have a special tint at night time.

Now im convinced that Lunar Silver was the right choice...for me.

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Those of you getting tints done, please check around and compare prices. It seems that prices are have come down lately due to increasing competition.

Among the best security tint in the market currently is Llumar Diamond 6 with 10 years warranty which costs RM2,880 complete with installation for the Honda Civic.

Ive just installed it on my own car. And its really good. Plus its not dark. The greenish tint will go very well with white, silver or the modern steel color.

So if ure shopping around for tints, use the Llumar Diamond 6 as your benchmark to negotiate a good deal. When ure considering security tints, you need to focus on the break strength not just the thickness of the film.

And pls do share any good deals (plus the TSER, IRR, VLT & warranty terms) you come across for the benefit of other owners here.

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QUOTE(isr25 @ Jun 21 2016, 11:06 AM)
JB still offering RM3,600 sad.gif But comes with Yuma carpets though... But still, quite high...
That's the retail price for Llumar Diamond 6. Im sure they wont be charging that price in reality. That's just for the adverts.
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QUOTE(isr25 @ Jun 21 2016, 11:09 AM)
Nope, already asked if got any discount. None whatsoever... sad... JB maybe no competition.
Come KL then. Still worth the trip and effort.
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QUOTE(pigin @ Jun 21 2016, 11:11 AM)
im reading from the receipt.

llumar atr-50 front back.. (are these security films btw??) they just seem like normal UV tints..

llumar t4-50 all sides.

want meh 30% for back.. this not veilfire worrr
Llumar T4-50 is security tint:

VLT - 55%
IRR - 90%
TSER - 45%
4 mil
5 yrs warranty

Llumar ATR 50 (normal solar)

VLT - 55%
IRR - 78%
TSER - 35%

How much did it cost you overall?

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QUOTE(GeekinE90 @ Jun 21 2016, 11:22 AM)
Also good to confirm with your SA that the tint installer installs it at the dealership in the dealer's dust free room instead of driving the car out to the tint shop to get it done.  Something I am particular about.  Who knows how many test drives and joy rides your new car gets when it get's dropped off at a 3rd party shop outside for tinting to get done smile.gif
That's only applicable if ure taking the Honda tint package.

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