[HUK] Improvements for the next model year - Page 3

allan40alt · 2nd September 2006, 08:40

Auto dipping wing mirrors when you go into reverse (I had this on a Lexus LS430). It tilts the mirror and shows the kerb/rear tyre position. Saves you scuffing the kerb and reverts to pre-set position (or can be switched off).

Auto dimming of internal rear view mirror (and why not wing mirrors as well?).

Sou'wester, for opening the boot when it's raining

Charles_Harding · 2nd September 2006, 12:49

A rear wiper wouldn't go amiss!

Bungle · 2nd September 2006, 14:59

a rear wiper would completely ruin the looks and sweeping shape of the rear. Apply some rain-x after washing the car works great, much tidyer than a wiper.

I'm not saying it wouldn't be useful at times, but it would be in keeping with the car's smooth lines

Charles_Harding · 3rd September 2006, 15:53

Bungle

Tried that 'Rainex' stuff on the motor several times and I'm not impressed.

Reckon a wiper would fit in nicely if it was just laid into that 'wing' thing and it would (should) work!!!

Bassa · 3rd September 2006, 16:12

Have used Rainex for years with great results - windows & mirrors. Apply, let dry to a haze and remove with a non smearing paper towel such a Tork. Repeat and polish off thoroughly using 2 clean pieces of clean paper towel. Best not to use if the weather is at all humid since it inhibits drying.
Lasts for ages, makes recleaning a doddle and great on the house windows.

Bungle · 3rd September 2006, 16:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by Charles_Harding

Bungle

Tried that 'Rainex' stuff on the motor several times and I'm not impressed.

Reckon a wiper would fit in nicely if it was just laid into that 'wing' thing and it would (should) work!!!

I'm supprised than rain-x didn't work for you. That's a shame, I really like, and it works just as well on my father's Accord. oes it expire?

I would be concerned about the wipper resting on the rear lip. Honda claim it is there for aerodynamic reasons. Would a wiper spoil the airflow over it and detract from the effectivness of the spoiler (yes I know spoilers are there to spoil airflow, but I'm sure it is careful spoiling!).

But I 100% agree that it would be handy in heavy traffcic when the water tends to sit on the back window. I'm happy with the compromise.

Martin · 3rd September 2006, 18:15

As a cheapskate, and its a company car anyhow, I just waxed all of my windows (bar the front screen) and found it really effective.

Rain X is better, suprised that anyone has had bad results with it

WoolyCiv · 4th September 2006, 22:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by Martin

As a cheapskate, and its a company car anyhow, I just waxed all of my windows (bar the front screen) and found it really effective.

Rain X is better, suprised that anyone has had bad results with it

I do the same on the plastc lower rear window, it sems to work ok.

pcr · 4th October 2006, 16:50

Retainers to stop rear seatbelt buckles clattering about.

Colin Jolly · 6th November 2006, 11:47

Auto Dimming rear view mirror would be great, I had it on my Saab 93.

Korkut Varol · 12th November 2006, 10:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by Charles_Harding

Bungle

Tried that 'Rainex' stuff on the motor several times and I'm not impressed.

Reckon a wiper would fit in nicely if it was just laid into that 'wing' thing and it would (should) work!!!

A rear wiper would fit in the rear spoiler but may have a hard time to be freed from ice in the morning.. Would consume a big proportion of de-icer spray can.
But I feel the absence of a rear wiper in traffic and rainy conditions. I believe that function should sometimes override aesthetics.

Additionally, an internal adjustable back support in the front seats. Even my former 1993 Fiat Tempra had it in the driver's seat...

Folding mirrors on reverse is a very good and useful item too...

tucker101uk · 18th November 2006, 23:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kpow99

Auto Lock Doors
Doors to lock when you drive away (Mini)

This is possible now - check the guides section...

IWANTACIVIC · 19th November 2006, 00:51

Maybe kpow99 has a 2007 car tucker , or maybe they just need to check the how section like you pointed out .
Ive thoght of a item i want on my next car , a quick warm up heater(not 10-15 mins later when im ready to get out of the car

) and maybe a quick clear heated front windscreen would be nice

why has none done the heated frount windscren apart from fords ??? the rear ones on most cars so why not the front one too?

Bungle · 22nd November 2006, 19:00

Simple, the fillaments in the front screen have to be tiny, so it is more expensive to make, and they cost a fortune if you get a big stone chip or a crack and need the screen replaced.
The de-mist button works within 5 seconds, that's fast enough for me!

tucker101uk · 22nd November 2006, 19:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by IWANTACIVIC

why has none done the heated frount windscren apart from fords ??? the rear ones on most cars so why not the front one too?

Easy answer to that -

Ford have it patented! bar stewards!

PTR · 22nd November 2006, 21:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by tucker101uk

Easy answer to that -

Ford have it patented! bar stewards!

well the "old" mini before (before MY2007) had the same heating..

tucker101uk · 22nd November 2006, 22:53

Ford own the patent on the tiny wires embedded in the screen. They charge other manufacturers to use the technology on their cars, so basically getting their getting exclusivity through high prices.

I think!

Brodick · 3rd December 2006, 16:57

Has anyone seen the 2007 specs for the car
I have ordered a Brochure via Honda.co.uk but the
online brochure to me still seems to be for the 2006 models

I thought I had heard that the plastic cladding from the Backs of the front seats had been deleted

Skaven252 · 17th December 2006, 14:07

A nice little feature would be to remember the preferred mode of display when you switch the lights to "On". In the Scandinavian models, the lights are always on, but to get the dashboard lit, you have to manually switch the lights on.

Anyway; at night I actually prefer to keep the navigator screen in normal colors & minimum brightness, rather than the dark inverted color mode that it always switches to when I turn on the lights. So I always have to fiddle with them knobs to switch it back to normal colors & minimum brightness.

So... at least for me it would be nice if my Civic remembered the last used settings in the lights.

Egelundsvej · 17th December 2006, 16:01

An audio system that can be switched on after ignition is switched off - i.e. that functions without ignition switched on (pleasant while cleaning car and pleasant for pasengers who may sit in car and wait while driver is filling fuel etc. etc.)
A bootlid that is not a water trap must be a high priority - Honda's designers have really bungled this detail.

Referring to lights on dash - Scandinavian models - the lights on my dash are always lit, as long as the lights are set to AUTO mode - and the dash lights dim automatically at night, so that there is no unpleasant glare (1.8 i-VTEC Sport model, purchased in Denmark)

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IWANTACIVIC Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 15th September 2006 Location: LINCS UK Posts: 659	Maybe kpow99 has a 2007 car tucker , or maybe they just need to check the how section like you pointed out . Ive thoght of a item i want on my next car , a quick warm up heater(not 10-15 mins later when im ready to get out of the car ) and maybe a quick clear heated front windscreen would be nice why has none done the heated frount windscren apart from fords ??? the rear ones on most cars so why not the front one too? Last edited by IWANTACIVIC : 19th November 2006 at 01:04.

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Egelundsvej Supporter Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 13th December 2006 Location: Koege, Denmark Posts: 100	Small improvements An audio system that can be switched on after ignition is switched off - i.e. that functions without ignition switched on (pleasant while cleaning car and pleasant for pasengers who may sit in car and wait while driver is filling fuel etc. etc.) A bootlid that is not a water trap must be a high priority - Honda's designers have really bungled this detail. Referring to lights on dash - Scandinavian models - the lights on my dash are always lit, as long as the lights are set to AUTO mode - and the dash lights dim automatically at night, so that there is no unpleasant glare (1.8 i-VTEC Sport model, purchased in Denmark)

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allan40alt Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 6th August 2006 Location: Rugby, Warwickshire. Posts: 1,874	Auto dipping wing mirrors when you go into reverse (I had this on a Lexus LS430). It tilts the mirror and shows the kerb/rear tyre position. Saves you scuffing the kerb and reverts to pre-set position (or can be switched off). Auto dimming of internal rear view mirror (and why not wing mirrors as well?). Sou'wester, for opening the boot when it's raining

2nd September 2006, 12:49	#42 (permalink)
Charles_Harding Civinfo guru Join Date: 14th August 2006 Location: S.E. London Posts: 2,621	A rear wiper wouldn't go amiss!

2nd September 2006, 14:59	#43 (permalink)
Bungle Rocketship door handle Join Date: 3rd July 2006 Location: SE London/Kent Posts: 1,170	a rear wiper would completely ruin the looks and sweeping shape of the rear. Apply some rain-x after washing the car works great, much tidyer than a wiper. I'm not saying it wouldn't be useful at times, but it would be in keeping with the car's smooth lines

3rd September 2006, 15:53	#44 (permalink)
Charles_Harding Civinfo guru Join Date: 14th August 2006 Location: S.E. London Posts: 2,621	Bungle Tried that 'Rainex' stuff on the motor several times and I'm not impressed. Reckon a wiper would fit in nicely if it was just laid into that 'wing' thing and it would (should) work!!!

3rd September 2006, 16:12	#45 (permalink)
Bassa Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 19th August 2006 Location: Lincs Posts: 340	Have used Rainex for years with great results - windows & mirrors. Apply, let dry to a haze and remove with a non smearing paper towel such a Tork. Repeat and polish off thoroughly using 2 clean pieces of clean paper towel. Best not to use if the weather is at all humid since it inhibits drying. Lasts for ages, makes recleaning a doddle and great on the house windows.

3rd September 2006, 18:15	#47 (permalink)
Martin Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 18th August 2006 Location: Wales Posts: 226	As a cheapskate, and its a company car anyhow, I just waxed all of my windows (bar the front screen) and found it really effective. Rain X is better, suprised that anyone has had bad results with it

4th October 2006, 16:50	#49 (permalink)
pcr Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 5th September 2006 Location: Shropshire Posts: 767	Retainers to stop rear seatbelt buckles clattering about.

6th November 2006, 11:47	#50 (permalink)
Colin Jolly Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 31st October 2006 Location: Witham St Hughs, Lincoln Posts: 40	Auto Dimming rear view mirror would be great, I had it on my Saab 93.

22nd November 2006, 19:00	#54 (permalink)
Bungle Rocketship door handle Join Date: 3rd July 2006 Location: SE London/Kent Posts: 1,170	Simple, the fillaments in the front screen have to be tiny, so it is more expensive to make, and they cost a fortune if you get a big stone chip or a crack and need the screen replaced. The de-mist button works within 5 seconds, that's fast enough for me!

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22nd November 2006, 22:53	#57 (permalink)
tucker101uk Wheelnut Join Date: 8th August 2006 Location: Sussex, UK Posts: 80	Ford own the patent on the tiny wires embedded in the screen. They charge other manufacturers to use the technology on their cars, so basically getting their getting exclusivity through high prices. I think!

3rd December 2006, 16:57	#58 (permalink)
Brodick Perfect Guy! Rocketship door handle Join Date: 1st December 2006 Location: Central Scotland Posts: 1,581	Has anyone seen the 2007 specs for the car I have ordered a Brochure via Honda.co.uk but the online brochure to me still seems to be for the 2006 models I thought I had heard that the plastic cladding from the Backs of the front seats had been deleted

17th December 2006, 14:07	#59 (permalink)
Skaven252 Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 1st June 2006 Location: Espoo, Finland Posts: 236	A nice little feature would be to remember the preferred mode of display when you switch the lights to "On". In the Scandinavian models, the lights are always on, but to get the dashboard lit, you have to manually switch the lights on. Anyway; at night I actually prefer to keep the navigator screen in normal colors & minimum brightness, rather than the dark inverted color mode that it always switches to when I turn on the lights. So I always have to fiddle with them knobs to switch it back to normal colors & minimum brightness. So... at least for me it would be nice if my Civic remembered the last used settings in the lights.