My Mod List 2002 WS6 Black on Black
07-30-2012, 01:50 PM
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Here is a random picture I found on the site that shows the condition:
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o...mrearseats.jpg
As you can see, the vinyl center section stays at the original level, while the leather surfaces on either side of the top edge shrink over time. This is a very common sight, and something I was noticing pretty early in the life of mine as well.
Yeah, I have no clue what the comfort difference is to some. Maybe some body types just fit better in one seat or the other. For me, it's nothing that I've ever noticed, and I've spent many hours in both seats. In general, these cars fit me like a glove and frankly I find both to be comfortable. I just like the cloth better for the wear aspect and how much easier it is to live with in the hot/cold.
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o...mrearseats.jpg
As you can see, the vinyl center section stays at the original level, while the leather surfaces on either side of the top edge shrink over time. This is a very common sight, and something I was noticing pretty early in the life of mine as well.
Yeah, I have no clue what the comfort difference is to some. Maybe some body types just fit better in one seat or the other. For me, it's nothing that I've ever noticed, and I've spent many hours in both seats. In general, these cars fit me like a glove and frankly I find both to be comfortable. I just like the cloth better for the wear aspect and how much easier it is to live with in the hot/cold.
. I think we'll have to say that each has it's own ups and down, and I'll add that leather wasn't really a deal breaker for me. At least cloth doesn't crack or "shrink" as you say. But I've always had cloth hard tops, so the leather and t-tops was sort of a nice change. Looks pretty damn sharp to me too, but again subjective.
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07-30-2012, 02:13 PM
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Yes I have to agree with that! For the nature of the car, great comfort imo. I see what you are saying, but then again that car has likely sat in Florida sun with little to no attention. Also there is no seating in the center, and therefore the padding is not necessarily the same underneath the whole rear section. I can't see it being just the leather shrinking, but I can't say for sure. People sitting on either side of that center section could also do that imo, by pulling the leather down more taught than seats like mine, which haven't been sat in much. I'll take a picture of mine if you like, it doesn't look like that. I see what you're saying about wear aspect, but frankly it's hard to match the durability of leather. Hell you can give a ride home to a drunk friend who drops a heater from his smoke on your seat and not worry that it will immediately burn a hole. Not that any drunk friends are allowed in my ride anymore . I think we'll have to say that each has it's own ups and down, and I'll add that leather wasn't really a deal breaker for me. At least cloth doesn't crack or "shrink" as you say. But I've always had cloth hard tops, so the leather and t-tops was sort of a nice change. Looks pretty damn sharp to me too, but again subjective.
I think I'm the few who hasn't ragged on you whatsoever lol. Quote the right person. I think you are young, but I left that out of my comment did I not lol? Either way, I know what it's like to want something BAD! So I'm not trying to talk you out of something...the best lessons are the lessons learned, not taught. Later punk! lol jk
. I think we'll have to say that each has it's own ups and down, and I'll add that leather wasn't really a deal breaker for me. At least cloth doesn't crack or "shrink" as you say. But I've always had cloth hard tops, so the leather and t-tops was sort of a nice change. Looks pretty damn sharp to me too, but again subjective.I think I'm the few who hasn't ragged on you whatsoever lol. Quote the right person. I think you are young, but I left that out of my comment did I not lol? Either way, I know what it's like to want something BAD! So I'm not trying to talk you out of something...the best lessons are the lessons learned, not taught. Later punk! lol jk
07-30-2012, 02:27 PM
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07-30-2012, 02:27 PM
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Lol, funny but useless information. OP-no one is mad or dislikes you, but they are just trying to help out, while perhaps having a little fun because of some of the things you stated. There's a ton of good info they already gave you though so arm yourself with some knowledge wherever you can imo.
07-30-2012, 08:29 PM
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The thing is, is we see this kind of stuff quite often from newbies, some think they know it all, some ask for our advice and then don't listen (so why even ask).
We just hate seeing young guys get these cars and mistreat them or worse buy one just to wrap it around a tree because they don't respect the power these cars have (even in stock form) or how unpredictable they can be sometimes in the rain. We hate seeing anyone get hurt or one of our beloved LSX cars totaled.
07-30-2012, 08:33 PM
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We aren't mad or dislike you. If you couldn't tell I was just ribbing you a little bit.
The thing is, is we see this kind of stuff quite often from newbies, some think they know it all, some ask for our advice and then don't listen (so why even ask).
We just hate seeing young guys get these cars and mistreat them or worse buy one just to wrap it around a tree because they don't respect the power these cars have (even in stock form) or how unpredictable they can be sometimes in the rain. We hate seeing anyone get hurt or one of our beloved LSX cars totaled.
The thing is, is we see this kind of stuff quite often from newbies, some think they know it all, some ask for our advice and then don't listen (so why even ask).
We just hate seeing young guys get these cars and mistreat them or worse buy one just to wrap it around a tree because they don't respect the power these cars have (even in stock form) or how unpredictable they can be sometimes in the rain. We hate seeing anyone get hurt or one of our beloved LSX cars totaled.
i just asked what mods should i add the.... this happened lol
07-30-2012, 08:36 PM
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Mys6peed is it just me, or did you spell quiet wrong in your sig lmao.
If you get the car don't add any until you atleast get a feel for the car with it's stock power. believe me if your not used to a rear wheel posi, the car will have enough power to surprise you in stock form
If you get the car don't add any until you atleast get a feel for the car with it's stock power. believe me if your not used to a rear wheel posi, the car will have enough power to surprise you in stock form
07-30-2012, 08:53 PM
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Nobody dislikes you OP, but you come on the boards asking for advice, then feel like you have to be a sarcastic *** with half of your responses. Therefore, you get razzed. If you feel the need to mod your car, buy a 40-70k mile car, save some money and get quality parts (unless your parents are giving you mod money on top of the 20k car allowance.) A lid and catback would be plenty for a new driver with 350+ lb-ft of torque. If you drive like an idiot, I guarantee you'll wreck it and it won't be pretty.
07-30-2012, 09:00 PM
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Garden City. also i work for my money but whatever and i didnt ask what car to buy i dont need people to give me opinions on how many miles of a car too buy.
You're clearly missing the point. But OK.
07-30-2012, 09:05 PM
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Nobody dislikes you OP, but you come on the boards asking for advice, then feel like you have to be a sarcastic *** with half of your responses. Therefore, you get razzed. If you feel the need to mod your car, buy a 40-70k mile car, save some money and get quality parts (unless your parents are giving you mod money on top of the 20k car allowance.) A lid and catback would be plenty for a new driver with 350+ lb-ft of torque. If you drive like an idiot, I guarantee you'll wreck it and it won't be pretty.
07-30-2012, 09:45 PM
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Nobody is being rude except you. We have all been your age at some point it time. Myself, I got my z28 at age 18 and looking at it now, I wish I would have waited. After I had it for a year, I hit a patch of ice and stuffed it right into a guard rail.
I wish I would have waited until I could have afforded a winter beater so it would have never happened.
I wish I would have waited until I could have afforded a winter beater so it would have never happened.
07-30-2012, 10:49 PM
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07-30-2012, 11:21 PM
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I really don't see how anything else good could possibily come from this thread....
