I had 12 yr old Nexen (Lexani) N3000 205/40/17s. Squarer shoulder but louder and harsher ride at 37psi. Was 2nd set and they were OK. The Generals have been getting good reviews for cost and quality. Been researching all 205/40/17s for awhile now. Bought same size - 205/40/17s. The shoulders aren't as square but they have rim protection, ride much quieter and more comfy at 37psi & have 500 treadwear & AAA ratings. At the rate I put miles on this car, they will probably be replaced because of time, not wear. Another reason I did not go with more expensive bigger name brand set.My car needs some better tires and I was looking at the G-Max AS-05s a while back, but wasn't sure about quality of General brand products over other brands like Michelin, BFG or Continental. Can I ask what tires you had before, what you think of the AS-05s now in comparison, as well as what size you got them in?
Thanks!
22V 22V 22V 22V 22V 22V 22V 22V 22V 22V 22V 22V......................the voices of the bumper and lip that I can't get out of my head ⚠
Yeah, getting tired of that NASCAR chase yellow splitter action........it's really moving up the project priority list since I have had time to knock out a whole boatload of things in these strange daze we find ourselves in.....................mine isn't done partly because I've found no cheap way of doing it that will hold up. I don't wanna see yellow freckles from frwy. I am actually considering extra clear coats and having clear bra put on front facing areas of it as well as a front strip across the hood.
Not sure but maybe ABS thing. On metal, yeah. I asked and was told they sand it down and go back over it. Will opt for more opinions though before having it done.
Yeah, getting tired of that NASCAR chase yellow splitter action........it's really moving up the project priority list since I have had time to knock out a whole boatload of things in these strange daze we find ourselves in.....................mine isn't done partly because I've found no cheap way of doing it that will hold up. I don't wanna see yellow freckles from frwy. I am actually considering extra clear coats and having clear bra put on front facing areas of it as well as a front strip across the hood.
Next project is making 06 audio controls on steering wheel work in my 04 xB which requires dissecting a tC in a junkyard since 06 xB is few and far between and only year of gen1 xB that had them. My dash harness doesn't have connections for them. Recently did the wheel swap and have newer 06 stereo that has connection for it. Gonna score the controls off wheel, clockspring and dash harness connection to it from column to back of stereo...only way to do it and stay oem.
The toaster, my other sport wagon.........
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I posted a pic of the General G-Max AS-05's on previous page.............My car needs some better tires and I was looking at the G-Max AS-05s a while back, but wasn't sure about quality of General brand products over other brands like Michelin, BFG or Continental. Can I ask what tires you had before, what you think of the AS-05s now in comparison, as well as what size you got them in?
Thanks!
RE: painting plastics bumpers and stuff:
Prep is king! even more so than painting metal, a quick scuff and spray probably won't last too long. The surface has to be squeaky clean and free from dirt and oils otherwise the paint will separate when the bumper flexes
If it's bare plastic, then there is special plastic primers which help bond the paint to the plastic and let everything flex together. Brand new parts will often have release agents in them that need cleaning off first.
If you're repainting a bumper you can get away with a good sanding and a coat of sealer/ primer, before the colour coat goes on. Watch out for existing clear coat as sometimes it'll react and do weird things (like it did on my bumper)