Go here for more pics and details.
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Car Size Classification
The X20 is in the C-segment (Europe) category, which is also called:
- Compact car (American)
- Small family car (British)
For me, there is nothing compact or small about the X20. Well, I guess compact and small are relative terms...
Anyway, read wikipedia and for more classification info.
Wish List 2
1. Door visors (2 designs from Sg, normal vs. Mugen styled)
2. Rear mudguard, but if install this, may be affected when put in bodykit 8)
3. Bodykit
4. Courtesy lights (for the doors)
5. Interior blue lighting (foot lighting)
6. Scuff plate
7. Singapore font (embossed) number plate
8. Smoke headlights with Angle eyes
9. HID fog lamp
10. Automatic retractable mirrors with signal lamp (or)
11. Signal lamps for either side mirror or side markers
12. KNN Drop-in filter
13. DVD 7" screen with ICE setup (4 channel amp + 2 set of components)
14. Pivot stuff (MEGA Raizin or Spark Earth + V-capa)
Money doesn't grow on trees.
2. Rear mudguard, but if install this, may be affected when put in bodykit 8)
3. Bodykit
4. Courtesy lights (for the doors)
5. Interior blue lighting (foot lighting)
6. Scuff plate
7. Singapore font (embossed) number plate
8. Smoke headlights with Angle eyes
9. HID fog lamp
10. Automatic retractable mirrors with signal lamp (or)
11. Signal lamps for either side mirror or side markers
12. KNN Drop-in filter
13. DVD 7" screen with ICE setup (4 channel amp + 2 set of components)
14. Pivot stuff (MEGA Raizin or Spark Earth + V-capa)
Money doesn't grow on trees.
Friday, May 30, 2008
Nissan Bluebird Replacement is Ready for Bookings (Sylphy)
My first car that I drove was a manual Nissan Bluebird. I was 15 or 16, and took my dad's ride out for a spin. What he didn't know won't hurt ME. I still remember who I
did it with. Now, we have its long-awaited replacement, the Sylphy (Seal Fee? Sai-L-Fai? Who knows...).
Paul Tan is on my favourites listing for automotive news. His postings are informative, precise and concise. Although I wish his pics were a little bigger...
Anyway, here's the Paul Tan's link:
Nissan Sylphy 2.0 Initial Details And Pricing
My comments:
- The interior is definately for drivers above 35 yrs old.
- Rear drum brakes? Thats a turn off.
- "The Nissan Sylphy’s 2700mm wheelbase is the equal to the Honda Civic’s which means impressive cabin space is highly likely. The Sylphy and the Civic have the longest wheelbase measurements among the C-segment sedans in Malaysia, with the Hyundai Elantra coming in second at 2641mm."
- Auto headlights that turn on in the dark! Headlight aim control from cabin! Cool!
- Foldable wing mirrors *sigh* why X20 don't have... :(
- The Luxury package includes a full V-kool tinting (but dunno which V-kool range)
Price (West Malaysia):
Nissan Sylphy 2.0 Comfort Package - RM113,000
Nissan Sylphy 2.0 Luxury Package - RM117,000
Pics:
* Pics taken from Paul Tan and Automobilemag
EDIT: Looks like some "bad" advertising on Paul Tan's site, check this out.
EDIT 2: Paul Tan said...
The warning is due to a rogue advertiser that installs spyware advertising on one of the banner networks that I use. I have tracked it down, removed that banner network, and filed an appeal to Google. There should not be a warning anymore. Very sorry for the inconvenience!
did it with. Now, we have its long-awaited replacement, the Sylphy (Seal Fee? Sai-L-Fai? Who knows...).
Paul Tan is on my favourites listing for automotive news. His postings are informative, precise and concise. Although I wish his pics were a little bigger...
Anyway, here's the Paul Tan's link:
Nissan Sylphy 2.0 Initial Details And Pricing
My comments:
- The interior is definately for drivers above 35 yrs old.
- Rear drum brakes? Thats a turn off.
- "The Nissan Sylphy’s 2700mm wheelbase is the equal to the Honda Civic’s which means impressive cabin space is highly likely. The Sylphy and the Civic have the longest wheelbase measurements among the C-segment sedans in Malaysia, with the Hyundai Elantra coming in second at 2641mm."
- Auto headlights that turn on in the dark! Headlight aim control from cabin! Cool!
- Foldable wing mirrors *sigh* why X20 don't have... :(
- The Luxury package includes a full V-kool tinting (but dunno which V-kool range)
Price (West Malaysia):
Nissan Sylphy 2.0 Comfort Package - RM113,000
Nissan Sylphy 2.0 Luxury Package - RM117,000
Pics:
* Pics taken from Paul Tan and Automobilemag
EDIT: Looks like some "bad" advertising on Paul Tan's site, check this out.
EDIT 2: Paul Tan said...
The warning is due to a rogue advertiser that installs spyware advertising on one of the banner networks that I use. I have tracked it down, removed that banner network, and filed an appeal to Google. There should not be a warning anymore. Very sorry for the inconvenience!
Google me (boring stats)
Someone actually googled me:
29 May
09:59:20 PM
www.google.com.au
elantra jason tong
Thanks for your visits. I wish you would post more comments. Even if its "you suck" or "boring" or "hyundai elantra x20 sucks because..."
So far, I've got hits from google:
- www.google.com.my
- www.google.com.au
- www.google.ae
- www.google.dk
- www.google.co.za
- www.google.lv
- www.google.co.uk
- www.google.co.tr
- www.google.com
- www.google.com.sg
- www.google.es
- www.google.gr
- www.google.co.in
- www.google.fr
- www.google.cn
- search.yahoo.com
And no, I didn't google my own blog and manually generate traffic to gloat about it. That would be lame, extremely 'low' and just pathetic.
Worldwide visitors:
- Data taken on 30th May 2008:
- Data taken on 27th May 2008
29 May
09:59:20 PM
www.google.com.au
elantra jason tong
Thanks for your visits. I wish you would post more comments. Even if its "you suck" or "boring" or "hyundai elantra x20 sucks because..."
So far, I've got hits from google:
- www.google.com.my
- www.google.com.au
- www.google.ae
- www.google.dk
- www.google.co.za
- www.google.lv
- www.google.co.uk
- www.google.co.tr
- www.google.com
- www.google.com.sg
- www.google.es
- www.google.gr
- www.google.co.in
- www.google.fr
- www.google.cn
- search.yahoo.com
And no, I didn't google my own blog and manually generate traffic to gloat about it. That would be lame, extremely 'low' and just pathetic.
Worldwide visitors:
- Data taken on 30th May 2008:
- Data taken on 27th May 2008
Bad car day today
1. I parked too near a metal fence and while opening the boot, the paint was scratched off. Nothing major, but noticatble. How careless of me. *grrrr*
2. On the way back from office, I stopped by Petronas to refuel. Now, some may know about the problem of the petrol smell in the car, so I thought it would be great to try pay close attention to the petrol smell this time. I also had 3 other colleagues in the car.
After filling up to the brim, I came back into the car. No smell. After a minute, I started the car, the air-con came on, and the petrol smell came in. The terrible and health threatening fumes invaded the car for the entire trip back to office. One colleague had her window down almost the whole time. The smell lasted for hours. This has got to be rectified by the next service... or else, I'll have to escalate it.
Met up with Kumar later at night, and he mentioned that this only happened to him when using Petronas fuel. Shell no problem. I beg to differ, coz I always use Shell and the fumes comes into the car too.
3. I reached office at 5.30pm. Worked till 10.30pm
4. After dinner, I scratched the rear-right door with my watch. Nothing noticable, coz it was very dark.
I'm gonna drive the Kancil to work tomorrow. *sigh*
2. On the way back from office, I stopped by Petronas to refuel. Now, some may know about the problem of the petrol smell in the car, so I thought it would be great to try pay close attention to the petrol smell this time. I also had 3 other colleagues in the car.
After filling up to the brim, I came back into the car. No smell. After a minute, I started the car, the air-con came on, and the petrol smell came in. The terrible and health threatening fumes invaded the car for the entire trip back to office. One colleague had her window down almost the whole time. The smell lasted for hours. This has got to be rectified by the next service... or else, I'll have to escalate it.
Met up with Kumar later at night, and he mentioned that this only happened to him when using Petronas fuel. Shell no problem. I beg to differ, coz I always use Shell and the fumes comes into the car too.
3. I reached office at 5.30pm. Worked till 10.30pm
4. After dinner, I scratched the rear-right door with my watch. Nothing noticable, coz it was very dark.
I'm gonna drive the Kancil to work tomorrow. *sigh*
What can you do with RM 19.00 today?
1. Have a meal at Carl's Junior. A decent set meal, with unlimited drinks (including ice-lemon tea), plus Heinz sauces. Yummy.
2. Go to http://www.skytrex-adventure.com/content.html (Actually, the offer price is RM 20 and another RM 1 for parking)
3. Buy facial wash. I nearly bought a Body Shop facial cleanser, coz it was 20% off. Instead I got 2 Nivea tubes for the same price. Sorry off topic again...
4. Donate to a charitable organization. I give RM 20 a month to Makna. However, after finding out about the 'sales' staff and the commission they make, and estimating how much actually goes to the cause of saving cancer patients, I'm cynical about the charity drive. But I'll still continue giving, as its tax deductable and it eases my conscience.
5. Pay KLCC parking. Sheesh, these buggers are making alot of money just by maintaining the car park.
2. Go to http://www.skytrex-adventure.com/content.html (Actually, the offer price is RM 20 and another RM 1 for parking)
3. Buy facial wash. I nearly bought a Body Shop facial cleanser, coz it was 20% off. Instead I got 2 Nivea tubes for the same price. Sorry off topic again...
4. Donate to a charitable organization. I give RM 20 a month to Makna. However, after finding out about the 'sales' staff and the commission they make, and estimating how much actually goes to the cause of saving cancer patients, I'm cynical about the charity drive. But I'll still continue giving, as its tax deductable and it eases my conscience.
5. Pay KLCC parking. Sheesh, these buggers are making alot of money just by maintaining the car park.
Unpleasant surprise...
I love blogging about my car. I know it sounds freaky and may sound like a disorder, but I relax by posting here. Strange thing, this is.
Haven't posted in a while coz work has been really busy.
I got a registered mail notification on over the last weekend. It said to collect the registered mail from D'sara Jaya post office on Monday (26 May 2008).
To collect a parcel/registered mail from our beloved (govern)mentally-challenged post office sounds like a quick affair. However, I guess some officer decided to take a long lunch break, or extend their weekend (MC on Monday or God-knows-what), or maybe go for minum immediately after lunch, therefore causing the few of us there to... wait-lah! After a long wait at the post office (the poslaju/parcel/registered mail personnel was no where to be seen), I finally signed the papers to collect a... saman. The waiting was long enough to get to my nerves and the saman just tipped me over. But thanks be to God, I'm a professional, rational human being who also has weaknesses and makes mistakes like my other homosapiens, so I forgive the incompetant nincompoop who is the post office supervisor/manager. Sorry, a little off topic...
RM 300.00 for speeding at 100km/h in a 80km/h zone. The date and time of the saman looked very familiar. After a while, I remembered. It was a convoy to Port Dickson, with 2 other cars (Honda City and Toyota Altis). I was not leading the way, however, I was the only one that got the 'unpleasant surprise'.
Where is justice?!
Anyway, its my fault for speeding, and I guess I'll have to pay for it. No more speeding on Seremban highway. Drivers, be warned.
Haven't posted in a while coz work has been really busy.
I got a registered mail notification on over the last weekend. It said to collect the registered mail from D'sara Jaya post office on Monday (26 May 2008).
To collect a parcel/registered mail from our beloved (govern)mentally-challenged post office sounds like a quick affair. However, I guess some officer decided to take a long lunch break, or extend their weekend (MC on Monday or God-knows-what), or maybe go for minum immediately after lunch, therefore causing the few of us there to... wait-lah! After a long wait at the post office (the poslaju/parcel/registered mail personnel was no where to be seen), I finally signed the papers to collect a... saman. The waiting was long enough to get to my nerves and the saman just tipped me over. But thanks be to God, I'm a professional, rational human being who also has weaknesses and makes mistakes like my other homosapiens, so I forgive the incompetant nincompoop who is the post office supervisor/manager. Sorry, a little off topic...
RM 300.00 for speeding at 100km/h in a 80km/h zone. The date and time of the saman looked very familiar. After a while, I remembered. It was a convoy to Port Dickson, with 2 other cars (Honda City and Toyota Altis). I was not leading the way, however, I was the only one that got the 'unpleasant surprise'.
Where is justice?!
Anyway, its my fault for speeding, and I guess I'll have to pay for it. No more speeding on Seremban highway. Drivers, be warned.
Monday, May 26, 2008
Funny forum posts...
This post was made by Vioslove, and I felt the responsibility of all Hyundai owners to reply, although it will make me look silly.
Topic: vios vs atos
posted on 24-May-08 18:00 by Vioslove
vios > atos
1.5 > 1.1
vvti > non vvti
got butt > no butt
80K > 40K
vios win :)
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vios rocks!
_________________________________
posted on 26-May-08 1:45 by alfee
Omg... what a lame post. Compare apple to apple la (eg. Vios with Hyundai
Accent or Elantra)
Anyway, to come down to your level:
Elantra X20 > vios
2.0 > 1.5
CVVT = VVTI
Proper butt > Short butt (mini sedan)
93k > 80k
U decide on the winner.
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Elantra X20 Blog
_________________________________
After further checking, I found that Mr. Vioslove (could have been a Ms. as well) was BANNED.
Probably due to spamming Vios promo/marketing messages across the Autoworld forums. Dunno, don't care.
Topic: vios vs atos
posted on 24-May-08 18:00 by Vioslove
vios > atos
1.5 > 1.1
vvti > non vvti
got butt > no butt
80K > 40K
vios win :)
---------------
vios rocks!
_________________________________
posted on 26-May-08 1:45 by alfee
Omg... what a lame post. Compare apple to apple la (eg. Vios with Hyundai
Accent or Elantra)
Anyway, to come down to your level:
Elantra X20 > vios
2.0 > 1.5
CVVT = VVTI
Proper butt > Short butt (mini sedan)
93k > 80k
U decide on the winner.
---------------
Elantra X20 Blog
_________________________________
After further checking, I found that Mr. Vioslove (could have been a Ms. as well) was BANNED.
Probably due to spamming Vios promo/marketing messages across the Autoworld forums. Dunno, don't care.
Bodykit Links
I just posted this on Motor Trader, and thought would like to keep a copy here:
1. Incus kits:
(a) grey body kit (imported by some Hyundai staff):
http://www.teamhyundaimalaysia.com/forum/index.php/topic,1070.30.html
(b) their website:
http://incustune.com/bbs/tuning/tuning_body.php
2. Singapore Avante meet-up (with one of THM member) I like the transformers kit:
http://www.teamhyundaimalaysia.com/forum/index.php/topic,1110.0.html
3. My blog wish list:
http://elantrax20.blogspot.com/2008/05/x20-wish-list.html
4. One of the newest and most ganas kits around (too ganas for me):
http://clubhyundai.org/forums/viewtopic.php?t=43942
5. Asrin's ride (from Club Hyundai Singapore):
http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p207/kenjisoon/Avante/?action=view¤t=48aa96de.pbw
6. Few more at Koreanautoimports.com
Enjoy.
1. Incus kits:
(a) grey body kit (imported by some Hyundai staff):
http://www.teamhyundaimalaysia.com/forum/index.php/topic,1070.30.html
(b) their website:
http://incustune.com/bbs/tuning/tuning_body.php
2. Singapore Avante meet-up (with one of THM member) I like the transformers kit:
http://www.teamhyundaimalaysia.com/forum/index.php/topic,1110.0.html
3. My blog wish list:
http://elantrax20.blogspot.com/2008/05/x20-wish-list.html
4. One of the newest and most ganas kits around (too ganas for me):
http://clubhyundai.org/forums/viewtopic.php?t=43942
5. Asrin's ride (from Club Hyundai Singapore):
http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p207/kenjisoon/Avante/?action=view¤t=48aa96de.pbw
6. Few more at Koreanautoimports.com
Enjoy.
0 - 100km/h - Honda City Smoked
Yesterday night had a few 0-100km/h drags with a Honda City VTEC at Subang airport and Ara D'sara. Yes, I know, the 1.5 liter City is no match for the 2.0 X20 engine, but I was invited to drag with 'her'. A gentleman cannot refuse a challenge :-)
A good friend, desmond was in my car, giving some weight advantage to the City.
First run was at Subang airport road, where the City (a lady driver), chickened out half-way.
The subsequent runs were at Ara D'sara, where I clocked speeds of 12s she clocked 13.53s. Not bad for a 1.5 engine. My best was still a 10.5s at D'sara highway.
Enough of drags for now.
A good friend, desmond was in my car, giving some weight advantage to the City.
First run was at Subang airport road, where the City (a lady driver), chickened out half-way.
The subsequent runs were at Ara D'sara, where I clocked speeds of 12s she clocked 13.53s. Not bad for a 1.5 engine. My best was still a 10.5s at D'sara highway.
Enough of drags for now.
Accent Spotted
Spotted a nice white accent in SS2 today. The bodykit looks superb. Sorry for the blurry pic (nokia E65 cam).
Weekend report
This weekend, NO MODS on the x20. A first for me. Didn't even wash the car... :(
So, I'm gonna start a wish list for the x20:
1. Door visors (2 designs from Sg, normal vs. Mugen styled)
2. Rear mudguard, but if install this, may be affected when put in bodykit 8)
3. Bodykit
4. Courtesy lights (for the doors)
5. Interior blue lighting (foot lighting)
6. Scuff plate
7. Singapore font (embossed) number plate
8. Smoke headlights with Angle eyes
9. HID fog lamp
10. Automatic retractable mirrors with signal lamp (or)
11. Signal lamps for either side mirror or side markers
More to come... gtg sleep now...
So, I'm gonna start a wish list for the x20:
1. Door visors (2 designs from Sg, normal vs. Mugen styled)
2. Rear mudguard, but if install this, may be affected when put in bodykit 8)
3. Bodykit
4. Courtesy lights (for the doors)
5. Interior blue lighting (foot lighting)
6. Scuff plate
7. Singapore font (embossed) number plate
8. Smoke headlights with Angle eyes
9. HID fog lamp
10. Automatic retractable mirrors with signal lamp (or)
11. Signal lamps for either side mirror or side markers
More to come... gtg sleep now...
Blog counter (2)
The statcounter that i'm using is so cool. I used geocities for my webpage a long long time ago. It had a basic counter, but this statcounter is amazing. Here's the visitor graph that it provides, and its just a summary.
On Sunday, there were 43 page views and 29 unique visitors! I started this blog with the intention of keeping track of my car journeys and mods. However, it seems to be catching ppls attention. I get hits from google singapore, m'sia and other countries too. I'm humbled.
There are alot more other important data I can view and even drill-down. Other stuff are like google keyword searches, entry & exit pages, came from page, etc. Kewl!
Check it out at www.statcounter.com
By promoting their site, maybe I might get a free upgraded account... hehe... in my dreams.
On Sunday, there were 43 page views and 29 unique visitors! I started this blog with the intention of keeping track of my car journeys and mods. However, it seems to be catching ppls attention. I get hits from google singapore, m'sia and other countries too. I'm humbled.
There are alot more other important data I can view and even drill-down. Other stuff are like google keyword searches, entry & exit pages, came from page, etc. Kewl!
Check it out at www.statcounter.com
By promoting their site, maybe I might get a free upgraded account... hehe... in my dreams.
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Friday, May 23, 2008
Antenna Change
The new antenna is finally here. When I got my car (in March), they mentioned that the antenna will arrive in April. April came and gone, with May.
Anyway, its here and installed.
How many people does it take to install a Hyundai Microantenna on a x20?
I counted 5.
Hows the performance? Bad. Period.
I've also asked around for the motorised antenna. There are 2 types:
a) made-in-china, less than 3 feet in length is around RM 50 only.
b) made-in-?, same length as original antenna is around RM 120.
Price excluding installation.
:(
Anyway, its here and installed.
How many people does it take to install a Hyundai Microantenna on a x20?
I counted 5.
Hows the performance? Bad. Period.
I've also asked around for the motorised antenna. There are 2 types:
a) made-in-china, less than 3 feet in length is around RM 50 only.
b) made-in-?, same length as original antenna is around RM 120.
Price excluding installation.
:(
Sightings (Saphire Silver X20)
This X20 was at the Kah Bintang 223 service center on Wednesday. Secretly snapped a photo of this uncle who was also changing his antenna to the micro antenna.
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A friend spotted this SS X20 at Puncak Seri Kelana yesterday.
It has the ELANTRA emblem at the rear. Hmmm...
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A friend spotted this SS X20 at Puncak Seri Kelana yesterday.
It has the ELANTRA emblem at the rear. Hmmm...
Monday, May 19, 2008
0 - 100 km/h again... and again...
Airport road. Two runs. With 2 other people (young ladies) in the car. We went to McDs for supper, cos the McDelivery refused to send over to our apartment due to the riders don't have insurance, and its late, blah blah blah... anyway... thats another story and complaint in the making.
1) Anti-climax
First run clocked 13.25 seconds. It felt like a sluggish 1.6 engine. I believe its cos I just started the car 2 minutes ago, and maybe the engine was not 'warmed up' yet.
2) Redemption
Second run was done on the way back. Before the run, was revving the car and I found that when revved till redline in 'N', the engine will shudder (only tried once). The acceleration in the 2nd run felt much better. Anyway, clocked 11.25 seconds, not bad, considering the additional weight in the car.
Both runs were done in 'D' and flooring the accelerator. I'm thinking how I would fare:
- with a K&N filter
- without the ladies (don't ask for their weight pls)
- with a bolt on...
:-)
Also found this info on Wikipedia:
# 2.0L DOHC engine 138 hp (132 hp in PZEV configuration) 0-62 mph: 8.3 sec., top speed: 131 mph (211 km/h) MT.
# 2.0L DOHC engine 138 hp (132 hp in PZEV configuration) 0-62 mph: 10.1 sec., top speed: 127 mph (204 km/h) AT.
* 62 mph is almost 100kmh.
from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Elantra
Lookup PZEV here.
1) Anti-climax
First run clocked 13.25 seconds. It felt like a sluggish 1.6 engine. I believe its cos I just started the car 2 minutes ago, and maybe the engine was not 'warmed up' yet.
2) Redemption
Second run was done on the way back. Before the run, was revving the car and I found that when revved till redline in 'N', the engine will shudder (only tried once). The acceleration in the 2nd run felt much better. Anyway, clocked 11.25 seconds, not bad, considering the additional weight in the car.
Both runs were done in 'D' and flooring the accelerator. I'm thinking how I would fare:
- with a K&N filter
- without the ladies (don't ask for their weight pls)
- with a bolt on...
:-)
Also found this info on Wikipedia:
# 2.0L DOHC engine 138 hp (132 hp in PZEV configuration) 0-62 mph: 8.3 sec., top speed: 131 mph (211 km/h) MT.
# 2.0L DOHC engine 138 hp (132 hp in PZEV configuration) 0-62 mph: 10.1 sec., top speed: 127 mph (204 km/h) AT.
* 62 mph is almost 100kmh.
from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Elantra
Lookup PZEV here.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Elantra TT - TeamHyundaiMalaysia
cK is back from the-land-of-Mods (Singapore) since the last weekend. So its only appropriate to have a meet up.
Date : 17 May 2008
Time : 8.30 pm
At : Burger King, Mutiara D'sara
mtuc brought some new 'poison', more lights (see to believe...), pivot v-capa and spark earth, Hayden ATF cooler and auto retractable antenna. cK with his blue Avante scuff plates, led signal lights on mirror, spoiler, pivot mega raizin, bolt-on turbo and intercooler (just kidding)...
Anyway, pics:
mtuc's eye lids... i'm thinking of getting some too!
mtuc's advante door visor... i'm tempted, but looking for another design. Theres another set that is mugen styled.
Eric brought alot of fresh bird poo on his car.
The ghost of cK (right) as he was running across while I'm taking a 1.2 second shutter speed shot. I overheard ppl (strangers) comments saying:
- hmm... the new elantra looks nice la...
- wah, what cars are these?
left-to-right: kkng, mtuc, me, ck, mohamed eric
Where were you?
Date : 17 May 2008
Time : 8.30 pm
At : Burger King, Mutiara D'sara
mtuc brought some new 'poison', more lights (see to believe...), pivot v-capa and spark earth, Hayden ATF cooler and auto retractable antenna. cK with his blue Avante scuff plates, led signal lights on mirror, spoiler, pivot mega raizin, bolt-on turbo and intercooler (just kidding)...
Anyway, pics:
mtuc's eye lids... i'm thinking of getting some too!
mtuc's advante door visor... i'm tempted, but looking for another design. Theres another set that is mugen styled.
Eric brought alot of fresh bird poo on his car.
The ghost of cK (right) as he was running across while I'm taking a 1.2 second shutter speed shot. I overheard ppl (strangers) comments saying:
- hmm... the new elantra looks nice la...
- wah, what cars are these?
left-to-right: kkng, mtuc, me, ck, mohamed eric
Where were you?
17 May 2008 - ICE Shopping (2)
The brands that I looked at were:
i. Sony XAV-W1
- 7" screen with 5.1 channel output
- 4v preouts
- wired remote
ii. Kenwood DDX 5032, DDX 7039, DDX 7032 (more info below)
iii. Panasonic CQ-VD6505W
- 6.5" screen with 5.1 channel Dolby Digital/DTS decoders with Dolby Pro Logic
- Nice EQ setup
- 5v preouts
- DivX NOT supported
- NOT nice design (looks OLD)
iv. JVC (can't recall the model)
- But the picture quality (resolution) sucks... so, didn't consider
v. Alpine
- too expensive... forget it.
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Summary:
1. For video display, it looks like the Sony wins (sharpest), followed by Kenwood and then Panasonic. JVC is horrible.
2. For audio, alpine takes the first place, but the rest are not much of a difference.
3. For pricing, Kenwood and JVC. But Kenwood has more value for money.
4. For usability and features, I only went through the Kenwood and Panasonic extensively, and the panasonic seems to have more features. However the Kenwood seems "smarter". But the kenwood has an irritating 'target' on the screen, everytime you touch on the screen. Yucks.
5. Design (looks) wise, the Sony is most simple & sleek. Panasonic too old school. Kenwood and JVC are OK.
By the looks of it, I should go for the sony, but I hate sony (due to past bad experiences with the brand). My conclusion is that I'll probably get a Kenwood player, one of the following models:-
(a) DDX 5032
- 6.1" screen :( with volume dial :)
- Wired remote :(
- 2 preouts only :(
- Cheapest of the lot (sub RM 2k)
(b) DDX 7039
- If I'm not wrong, this is a 2007 model, where the buttons are straightforward.
- 7" (or is it 6.95") display with 3 preouts (2v)
(c) DDX 7032
- This 2008 model replaces the above 7039.
- Didn't get to try it out, but it looks the best designed player so far.
- Too bad its almost RM 3k.
The Kenwood website (M'sia) has a smart feature called 'Compare'. You can click on the models that interest you, and click 'Compare', and they list it out systematically. So clever:
http://my.kenwood.com/Compare/?Models=DDX7032,DDX7039,DDX5032
Anyway after an adventurous and eventful weekend, it doesn't matter. I'm not going to buy any, due to:
- M'sia crime rate. You'll never know when it will go missing, and you need to get a new window (not to mention 'v-kool elite' tinting again). Maybe this is a sign to move to the states... read on...
- its so much cheaper on US ebay. I feel ripped off. Just compare the Kenwood prices, and u'll see. Somemore Kenwood HUs are MADE-IN-MALAYSIA~!
- wiring and warranty issues with the new car. Its always a risk to mess around with a new car's wiring. Wise words I've heard recently, from someones dad... "if u wanna do/play, make sure you do properly... go all the way and get the BEST!... and bufferize your boot!" (hahaha... off topic...) What i'm trying to say is,
- ICE is a never ending journey. I don't want to regret spending thousands on my car ICE... AGAIN. I've spent a total of more than 8k in my last ride (ofcoz I sold off some stuff and got back about 3k+)
- the wife will fry my beans for breakfast, if I spend another (unnecessary) cent on my car. But i will debate the meaning of 'necessary'...
:-)
i. Sony XAV-W1
- 7" screen with 5.1 channel output
- 4v preouts
- wired remote
ii. Kenwood DDX 5032, DDX 7039, DDX 7032 (more info below)
iii. Panasonic CQ-VD6505W
- 6.5" screen with 5.1 channel Dolby Digital/DTS decoders with Dolby Pro Logic
- Nice EQ setup
- 5v preouts
- DivX NOT supported
- NOT nice design (looks OLD)
iv. JVC (can't recall the model)
- But the picture quality (resolution) sucks... so, didn't consider
v. Alpine
- too expensive... forget it.
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Summary:
1. For video display, it looks like the Sony wins (sharpest), followed by Kenwood and then Panasonic. JVC is horrible.
2. For audio, alpine takes the first place, but the rest are not much of a difference.
3. For pricing, Kenwood and JVC. But Kenwood has more value for money.
4. For usability and features, I only went through the Kenwood and Panasonic extensively, and the panasonic seems to have more features. However the Kenwood seems "smarter". But the kenwood has an irritating 'target' on the screen, everytime you touch on the screen. Yucks.
5. Design (looks) wise, the Sony is most simple & sleek. Panasonic too old school. Kenwood and JVC are OK.
By the looks of it, I should go for the sony, but I hate sony (due to past bad experiences with the brand). My conclusion is that I'll probably get a Kenwood player, one of the following models:-
(a) DDX 5032
- 6.1" screen :( with volume dial :)
- Wired remote :(
- 2 preouts only :(
- Cheapest of the lot (sub RM 2k)
(b) DDX 7039
- If I'm not wrong, this is a 2007 model, where the buttons are straightforward.
- 7" (or is it 6.95") display with 3 preouts (2v)
(c) DDX 7032
- This 2008 model replaces the above 7039.
- Didn't get to try it out, but it looks the best designed player so far.
- Too bad its almost RM 3k.
The Kenwood website (M'sia) has a smart feature called 'Compare'. You can click on the models that interest you, and click 'Compare', and they list it out systematically. So clever:
http://my.kenwood.com/Compare/?Models=DDX7032,DDX7039,DDX5032
Anyway after an adventurous and eventful weekend, it doesn't matter. I'm not going to buy any, due to:
- M'sia crime rate. You'll never know when it will go missing, and you need to get a new window (not to mention 'v-kool elite' tinting again). Maybe this is a sign to move to the states... read on...
- its so much cheaper on US ebay. I feel ripped off. Just compare the Kenwood prices, and u'll see. Somemore Kenwood HUs are MADE-IN-MALAYSIA~!
- wiring and warranty issues with the new car. Its always a risk to mess around with a new car's wiring. Wise words I've heard recently, from someones dad... "if u wanna do/play, make sure you do properly... go all the way and get the BEST!... and bufferize your boot!" (hahaha... off topic...) What i'm trying to say is,
- ICE is a never ending journey. I don't want to regret spending thousands on my car ICE... AGAIN. I've spent a total of more than 8k in my last ride (ofcoz I sold off some stuff and got back about 3k+)
- the wife will fry my beans for breakfast, if I spend another (unnecessary) cent on my car. But i will debate the meaning of 'necessary'...
:-)
17 May 2008 - ICE Shopping (1)
I love Saturdays. This Saturday was spent visiting car accessories/ICE shops in PJ. The shops I visited:
- Brothers Kelana Jaya (huge selection, able to test equipment, benchmark prices)
- Elegance Auto KJ (good workmanship & customer service, high confidence)
- HT Auto (Kg. Tunku primary school)
- Some accessories shop in Jalan 222 (opposite Kah Bintang 223)
- Brother Peter, DU
- CV Auto/Audio, DU
- KKLau, DU
Objective: Look for ICE upgrades. I was drooling for a double-din DVD touch-screen player and Mae was considering tinting and single-din CD/MP3 (with USB?) and Honda City console box.
...to be continued (product review).
- Brothers Kelana Jaya (huge selection, able to test equipment, benchmark prices)
- Elegance Auto KJ (good workmanship & customer service, high confidence)
- HT Auto (Kg. Tunku primary school)
- Some accessories shop in Jalan 222 (opposite Kah Bintang 223)
- Brother Peter, DU
- CV Auto/Audio, DU
- KKLau, DU
Objective: Look for ICE upgrades. I was drooling for a double-din DVD touch-screen player and Mae was considering tinting and single-din CD/MP3 (with USB?) and Honda City console box.
...to be continued (product review).
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Its the weekend!
Some await the weekends to party, some to rest. Some for family time, some for religious duties. For me, its x20 bonding time.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Driving dreams...
Yesterday I was working evening shift. I left office in KL and drove home via some highways. The x20 is a lovely car to drive. I don't normally drive fast, but yesterday, I felt the eagerness of the car to just go a little faster.
My previous ride was a Kenari, and I drive the Kancil around alot. The x20 is a totally different car to handle. Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- It feels so stable and quiet at high speeds. I feel safe in this car. (* however, read cons below on cornering)
- Its not underpowered, i feel the eagerness of the x20 to move! Get OUT of the way civics :)
- Steering is effortless, with really strong centering (** centering here means the force to return the steering wheel to its center position after turning)
Cons:
- The springs are soft though. Gotta be careful on the corners.
- Being a compact sedan, the response (force felt) in cornering is delayed. I'm not sure how to explain this, but cornering in the Kenari/Kancil is totally different. I guess this is caused by the heavy rear end of a compact sedan.
- I'm more "careful" and worried, especially looking out for potholes, scared my rims bengkok or scratching the car.
In conclusion, be safe on the road and follow the speed limit. Hehe...
My previous ride was a Kenari, and I drive the Kancil around alot. The x20 is a totally different car to handle. Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- It feels so stable and quiet at high speeds. I feel safe in this car. (* however, read cons below on cornering)
- Its not underpowered, i feel the eagerness of the x20 to move! Get OUT of the way civics :)
- Steering is effortless, with really strong centering (** centering here means the force to return the steering wheel to its center position after turning)
Cons:
- The springs are soft though. Gotta be careful on the corners.
- Being a compact sedan, the response (force felt) in cornering is delayed. I'm not sure how to explain this, but cornering in the Kenari/Kancil is totally different. I guess this is caused by the heavy rear end of a compact sedan.
- I'm more "careful" and worried, especially looking out for potholes, scared my rims bengkok or scratching the car.
In conclusion, be safe on the road and follow the speed limit. Hehe...
Monday, May 12, 2008
Sightings
EDIT: No. plate removed :)
Spotted a sapphire silver x20 on saturday morning, on the way to Lionel & Christine's wedding. The driver was making the same u-turn into Uptown D'sara as me. I tailed him all the way, and overtook him from the left lane. He slowed down to peek over before I swerved away back to LDP.
Spotted a sapphire silver x20 on saturday morning, on the way to Lionel & Christine's wedding. The driver was making the same u-turn into Uptown D'sara as me. I tailed him all the way, and overtook him from the left lane. He slowed down to peek over before I swerved away back to LDP.
Monday, May 5, 2008
X20 Wish List
If I had extra money to burn, without any considerations and responsibilities in life, I would get the following:
1. Super cool and menacing eye lids. They look solid:
2. Headlight black bezel with LED signal lights. Combined with number (1) above, mean, meaner, meanest!
3. Incus front bodykit with grill. DROOOOOLLLL!
4. Incus rear bodykit. Love the spoiler (with LED). Missing the chrome square tail pipes though.
5. Another INCUS bodykit in black and blue. Souper Sporty!
6. Rear INCUS bodykit, with chrome tail pipes.
7. A cool safety feature:
8. Mud guards. But will only get if it matches the bodykit design.
Dreaming on...
1. Super cool and menacing eye lids. They look solid:
2. Headlight black bezel with LED signal lights. Combined with number (1) above, mean, meaner, meanest!
3. Incus front bodykit with grill. DROOOOOLLLL!
4. Incus rear bodykit. Love the spoiler (with LED). Missing the chrome square tail pipes though.
5. Another INCUS bodykit in black and blue. Souper Sporty!
6. Rear INCUS bodykit, with chrome tail pipes.
7. A cool safety feature:
8. Mud guards. But will only get if it matches the bodykit design.
Dreaming on...
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Been away...
Haven't been blogging last week. Was busy at work and just came back from church camp at PD. Drove down in x20, convoy with Honda City and Toyota Altis (old). The car is now in Genting with the wife. She gets to take it to the hills before I do. I'm worried coz she'll be making at least 2 trips to Genting (Sat and Sun).
Come monday, it'll be time for a nice, long, car wash.
Come monday, it'll be time for a nice, long, car wash.
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