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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 6:34am On Aug 26, 2021
Let me backtrack, a bit...

I was in the market for well over a year. Covid only made things difficult. But the real difficulty was, finding what I wanted in a new car. It had to be Honda, Accord, with the following;

1. EX orEXL.
2. 4cyl.
3. 2016 - 2017 (I could do 2015, but upgrade to aftermarket entertainment system in pursuit of Android Auto, plus a face-lift to 2016 exterior, were MUSTs).
4. Super clean.
5. Ideally, less than 100k miles
6. NO Custom duty short payment.

Will pick up on salient highlights in subsequent posts...

Modified...forgot the mileage criteria

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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 6:13am On Aug 26, 2021
kingreign:


This was how some of us started o. Then we proceeded to the denial stage (which is where you are currently, by the way). grin
smiley.
Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 11:01pm On Aug 23, 2021
BamBamK:
Engr Piyke in da building


welcome sir grin

you have finally accepted d mechanic call

glad to see this

Have not fully accepted o cheesy. This is a hobby, really.

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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 10:58pm On Aug 23, 2021
I only discovered these differences after I was sent a supposed OEM from Lagos. Only for it to be the same thing.

In fact, the airbag used for the replacement video above was the knockoff angry. Didn't know at the time. Had to return the evil stuff.

Again, Kingreign gave me a different Lagos contact who supplied the genuine stuff; just what Honda prescribed. wink

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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 10:52pm On Aug 23, 2021
Also these aftermarket covers have no Honda inscription on their reverse sides...

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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 10:41pm On Aug 23, 2021
Piyke:
I really learnt a lot through this. From importation to experience with knock-off airbag mascurading as genuine OEM. More on this later.

Let me address this quickly....

After searching thoroughly in Abuja for a used OEM steering Airbag, none was found. The 2013 - 2014 use a different part number from 2015 - 2017 Accords. Apo, Gudu & Zuba did not like this news cheesy. Oga 2013 - 2017 na the same thing!
E remain small make dem abuse me, but I persisted.
Now, there are a couple evil practices airbag sellers engage in:
1. Deployed airbag modules are covered with aftermarket covers and sold angry angry angry
2. None-OEM new airbag modules are installed in Honda aftermarket cover/housing angry
Given how sensitive the SRS is, only OEM should do!

Now observe the font and attention to detail in the lettering of the deployed OEM airbag (Image 1)

Aftermarket (image 2) angry. Spelling looks more like 'AIRB AG'.

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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 10:18pm On Aug 23, 2021
Resuming...

Got this from IAAI. Preferred the site although it has fewer car options (compared to Copart). Auction fees are cheaper, plus virtually all cars have the 360 degree views for both interior & exterior.

Thanks again Kingreign. I remember I sent you a few lots I considered to act as a 2nd eye. Thanks to Gazzuzz too. I know I disturbed you with some lots! Tuale.

Carguide handled the VIN search plus several others that I didn't buy. Eventually, I settled for the run and drive car with 69k original miles smiley.

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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 12:34pm On Aug 23, 2021
Kirkman:
Piyke I really enjoyed watching your 3 YouTube videos. It was very informative and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks!
Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 12:34pm On Aug 23, 2021
kingreign:


Baba, thanks alot for giving me the opportunity to serve humbly under your supervision. I really learnt a lot from you. smiley

Baba you don come now grin. Learn a lot from you too!
Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 12:32pm On Aug 23, 2021
aieromon:


YouTube channel way faster than your NL threads. Well done.

What happened to the Elder Accord?

Yea. Thanks. Most of the audience on YouTube are in the US. Doing this here because there are certain elements that are beneficial to Naija car owners, which an oyibo man will not understand cheesy. You know our country is legendary. Reminds me of the airbag experience angry. Will update later.

Elder brother is still there o. 3 people want to buy, but for now, it's a project vehicle. There are a few repairs I want to do and feature on YouTube.

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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 12:26pm On Aug 23, 2021
nosiebaba:
Keep it up. You just got a fan and a subscriber. I hope to learn a lot from you on the future

Thanks!
Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 8:37pm On Aug 22, 2021
I really learnt a lot through this. From importation to experience with knock-off airbag mascurading as genuine OEM. More on this later.

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Car Talk / Re: I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 8:29pm On Aug 22, 2021
I did body work & paint work externally.

@Kingreign's panel beater did the beating. 'Make I permanent am?' Only kingreign will understand this grin grin grin
In all he did well. Thanks King for staying through the panel work!!!

I did painting (just the fender) at one other paint shop.

I undertook all the SRS diagnosis and repairs and documented them in a playlist on YouTube. It's presently 4 videos. You can watch here:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2pms4eLDw4WQlBoSgJ6oaJRT-DOR1F-i

1. Approach to restoring SRS after an accident

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Y5Q42IZnoI

2. Replacement of airbag

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50vr8qjvvN4

3. Crash sensor replacement

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ki2HCy-HYB8

4. SRS module reset

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mXdyT8OXTU

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Car Talk / I Got An Accidented 2017 Accord by Piyke: 8:15pm On Aug 22, 2021
I got this car via auction with steering wheel airbag deployment.

I have successfully restored SRS to factory state, and the airbag/SRS light is now off.

More updates...

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Car Talk / Re: Made In Germany: SCT-Germany Parts by Piyke: 10:38pm On Aug 21, 2021
Itsrm:


Where

Gudu parts market, Abuja
Car Talk / Re: Made In Germany: SCT-Germany Parts by Piyke: 7:40pm On Aug 19, 2021
Kirkman:

How much did you get them Sir?

11k
Car Talk / Re: I Programmed Universal TPMS Sensors... by Piyke: 10:29pm On Aug 18, 2021
GAZZUZZ:




[img]https://c./cywBK0kH_JwAAAAC/the-hollow-crown-tom-hiddleston.gif[/img]

grin
Car Talk / Re: I Programmed Universal TPMS Sensors... by Piyke: 10:29pm On Aug 18, 2021
BamBamK:
congrats, piyke... seems you have received ur calling finally


Apostle Gazzuzz, do the christening pls


cheesy

Lol
Car Talk / Re: Made In Germany: SCT-Germany Parts by Piyke: 3:31pm On Aug 18, 2021
Dragons:
SCT brake pads are made in China,

https://m.sct-germany.de/

Car Talk / Re: Made In Germany: SCT-Germany Parts by Piyke: 2:30pm On Aug 18, 2021
Today I picked up front brake pads for a 2008 Matrix and thought to finally share with the cartalk family. Expecting German performance cheesy

50,000 km guarantee

Car Talk / Made In Germany: SCT-Germany Parts by Piyke: 2:25pm On Aug 18, 2021
I discovered this brand by accident and it has been good. Been using their oil filters on all cars I manage.

Just in case you come across this, just buy. The Germans know what they are doing!
Car Talk / Re: Let's Encourage DIY: Operation Show Your DIY Tools. by Piyke: 2:02pm On Aug 18, 2021
Ochiske:


Thanks Chief
Ordered from Aliexpress

Great to hear. I did a review on it. Tiny but mighty!
Car Talk / Re: Let's Encourage DIY: Operation Show Your DIY Tools. by Piyke: 3:13pm On Aug 17, 2021
Ochiske:


Where can I get this AP200 please?

aieromon:


In-country
https://www.masquest.net/pro/autel-maxiap-ap200/

You can also choose to order from international sites such as AliExpress, Amazon and eBay.

Recommend Aliexpress for best value. Got mine from there.
Car Talk / Re: I Programmed Universal TPMS Sensors... by Piyke: 3:01pm On Aug 17, 2021
GreekDon:
Nice. I'm interested.

Any idea where this can be sourced locally?

No local source o. Only Amazon US.

Modified. Seen on Alibaba and a few other Chinese sites.
Car Talk / Re: I Programmed Universal TPMS Sensors... by Piyke: 1:56pm On Aug 17, 2021
chukel:
Piyke is going places. Congrats bro.

Thanks my brother. Just pursuing my passion.

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Car Talk / Re: I Programmed Universal TPMS Sensors... by Piyke: 8:26pm On Aug 15, 2021
FEGEITOK:


I was approached, congratulations on the recognition....
Thanks
Car Talk / Re: I Programmed Universal TPMS Sensors... by Piyke: 7:09pm On Aug 15, 2021
The sensors come blank but can be programmed to over 98% of cars on the road. Either on the 315 or 433MHz frequency. A good way to save cost especially for those cars with heavy price tags for OEM replacements.
Car Talk / I Programmed Universal TPMS Sensors... by Piyke: 6:56pm On Aug 15, 2021
After I got some replacement TPMS sensors for this Toyota Matrix with the evil TPMS light on, I was approached by this coy CGSULIT to review their brand of universal TPMS sensors TS01.
It performed flawlessly.
Now the light is off cheesy


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joAxsv3C_Tw
Car Talk / Re: I'm Now Ready For AC Work! by Piyke: 7:38pm On Aug 12, 2021
nnamokenna:


Hey Piyke! I just collected the vacuum pump and other items Mike sent from Lag. Let me see if I'd have some time this weekend to use them on my cars.

Again, thank you so much for your assistance. It's very much appreciated. Oh, and if you wouldn't mind too much, I'll be contacting you from time to time for insights and assistance on vehicle related stuff. Cheers!

You are doing well cheesy
Sure, feel free to reach out.
Car Talk / Re: Contact For Premium Batteries In Abuja by Piyke: 6:22pm On Aug 08, 2021
aieromon:


You're welcome. I would have recommended Trane if I'd known Lagos was an option.

The battery will be top value for every Kobo spent as long as it is original. I will watch out for your test video.

Dantedasz:


Feed back please on the battery performance.
Could you also mention the Lagos dealer please. Thanks in advance.

Video of how I went about installing this to the car...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n16TO_Hf8Vw

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Car Talk / Re: Contact For Premium Batteries In Abuja by Piyke: 10:52pm On Aug 06, 2021
Conner44:
Oga piyke on your blog you did a rebuild of your Honda power steering pump, well mine is failing so I’m planning to do the same thing you did but I’d like to know the chances of the pump getting better after I open it up and change all seals and stuff. Thanks

Still working like a champ since I did the rebuild.
Precision, attention to detail, tools and a good repair/rebuild kit are essential.

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Car Talk / Re: Contact For Premium Batteries In Abuja by Piyke: 1:48pm On Aug 06, 2021
Dantedasz:


Feed back please on the battery performance.
Could you also mention the Lagos dealer please. Thanks in advance.

Sure. Will provide updates on performance. I've done a video on this battery and editing is in progress. Will go live on YouTube before Monday.
Bosch Dealer - check Sandbrooke_entex on instagram
Phone - 07038564491

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