| hockeyplayer |
| I have been researching the moonroof visor option for about an hour now and am still undecided on the accessory. I could not believe the wind turbulence created with the roof open on the freeway. I would be embarrassed to open it in front of someone that has never been in an MDX. I owned an Integra with a moonroof (no deflector)and don't remember it being that bad. In fact I remember enjoying the fresh air rather than AC. Some here have actually posted that it adds noise even with the moonroof closed? I would appreciate it if owners of the deflector could give me a no BS assessment. The part is not that expensive but will put money towards another accessory if noise is not decreased considerably. I had to laugh when one poster called it "The Perfect Storm". Thanks in advance.;) |
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| mdxxxx |
| I have a moonroof deflector, and I recommend one. The wind turbulence was significantly reduced. I noticed the noice prior to getting the deflector, and I'd estimate the noise is roughtly half of what it was.:4: |
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| mauigrl721 |
I, too, have an Integra. I added the Moonroof Deflector after a few months of ownership. Honestly, I can't remember if it improved the noise level or not!! I've decided to wait until I drive the '03 X for awhile and then decide if I want a deflector. Let us know what you decide....and all advice is appreciated by me, too!!
'03 Touring w/Nav.--MBP/Saddle |
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| 2002 Acura MDX! |
| In my opinion I think the moonroof deflector is another spoiler for the roof. And it does reduce some interior noise. |
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| laborlitigator |
| And it makes it look cooler |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by mdxxxx
I have a moonroof deflector, and I recommend one. The wind turbulence was significantly reduced. I noticed the noice prior to getting the deflector, and I'd estimate the noise is roughtly half of what it was.:4:
On a very windy day I hear noise mostly from the top part of the X. Do you think the deflector helps that?
I have thought of removing the rack, although wind noise from the rack is not supposed to be a problem on 02s.
I usually have the moon roof in the tilt position around town, I don't slide it open that often. And for those lower speeds the noise doesn't really bother me. |
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| mdxxxx |
quote:
Originally posted by DaleB
On a very windy day I hear noise mostly from the top part of the X. Do you think the deflector helps that?...
Yes. The difference is noticeable. Another benefit of the deflector is the reduction of glare when the roof is open.
I usually have the window open, and rarely use the tilt position.:4: |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by mdxxxx
Yes. The difference is noticeable. Another benefit of the deflector is the reduction of glare when the roof is open.
I usually have the window open, and rarely use the tilt position.:4:
Thanks, what I meant about windy noise on the freeway is with the moonroof closed, and I wondered if the deflector does help that.
If it does that's even more of a benefit. I will likely open the moonroof more once I have a deflector. I guess you can sense the plastic is ready to jump out of my wallet, again........:rolleyes: |
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| mdxxxx |
quote:
Originally posted by DaleB
Thanks, what I meant about windy noise on the freeway is with the moonroof closed, and I wondered if the deflector does help that.
If it does that's even more of a benefit. I will likely open the moonroof more once I have a deflector. I guess you can sense the plastic is ready to jump out of my wallet, again........:rolleyes:
Oh, I can't say I've noticed a difference with the moonroof closed. It has always seemed quiet to me.
Another benefit IMO is aesthetics. I think it looks good. :4:
Just let the plastic jump, and enjoy!:D |
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| E. Fudd |
| I have the moonroof visor installed and it is well worth it. I do not get the "waffle waffle" blowing over the top of a bottle effect at all. I have a New Beetle with no visor and the wind noise is so bad you can't use the moonroof over 30 mph. I will be adding one to that car as well. |
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| DNLeeper |
| Just installed the moon roof deflector.. What an utter pain in the butt. It looks good though - definitely worth the purchase price! |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by DNLeeper
Just installed the moon roof deflector.. What an utter pain in the butt. It looks good though - definitely worth the purchase price!
I couild not agree more. For something so simple the means of attachment are cumbersome to install. |
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| Casique |
Speacking from an 03 standpoint, the roof visor has made it quieter while the moonroof is open.
However, it is now louder with the moon roof closed! So it comes down to looks, to me it is not worth the extra noise, specially since the 03 is soo quite.:1: |
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| hockeyplayer |
| :29::29: Cheap accessory that adds to looks and does help with windnoise. |
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| paul123 |
| There is a big difference between a moonroof and a sunroof. I used to use the two terms wrong myself. A sunroof is what we all have in the MDX which is glass that you can see thru and open. A moonroof is solid and cannot be seen thru when closed. When open you can see outside. The moonroofs are solid as the roof on a car/SUV that has no opening at all. When you open and tilt a moonroof is much quieter than a sunroof. Fully opened I would assume the same noise. But remember not to compare a car with an SUV. The SUV will always be much louder because of the height difference. My friends Q45 with a moonroof makes little if no noise while driving at 55 MPH in the tilt position. It's amazing. I just realized this difference recently myself. |
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| Casique |
quote:
Originally posted by paul123
There is a big difference between a moonroof and a sunroof. I used to use the two terms wrong myself. A sunroof is what we all have in the MDX which is glass that you can see thru and open. A moonroof is solid and cannot be seen thru when closed. When open you can see outside. The moonroofs are solid as the roof on a car/SUV that has no opening at all. When you open and tilt a moonroof is much quieter than a sunroof. Fully opened I would assume the same noise. But remember not to compare a car with an SUV. The SUV will always be much louder because of the height difference. My friends Q45 with a moonroof makes little if no noise while driving at 55 MPH in the tilt position. It's amazing. I just realized this difference recently myself.
Hey! Acura calls it a moonroof in their literature. :1: |
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| hockeyplayer |
| Hmmm. interesting. Guess I never thought there was a difference. Can we just call it a "Munroof" and call it even?:cool: |
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| Casique |
quote:
Originally posted by paul123
There is a big difference between a moonroof and a sunroof. I used to use the two terms wrong myself. A sunroof is what we all have in the MDX which is glass that you can see thru and open. A moonroof is solid and cannot be seen thru when closed. When open you can see outside. The moonroofs are solid as the roof on a car/SUV that has no opening at all. When you open and tilt a moonroof is much quieter than a sunroof. Fully opened I would assume the same noise. But remember not to compare a car with an SUV. The SUV will always be much louder because of the height difference. My friends Q45 with a moonroof makes little if no noise while driving at 55 MPH in the tilt position. It's amazing. I just realized this difference recently myself.
Acura refers to the whole on the roof as a moonroof in their 03 MDX brochure.:1: |
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| Casique |
Hockeyplayer
Thats good, great humor..
Surry for the double post!:1: |
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| tnguyenmdc |
| I have the visor installed on my '03. Even with the moonroof fully closed, when I drive over 40 MPH, I keep hearing a whistling noise. Not sure if the visor contributes to the noise or not, since I have it installed by the dealer before I picked up the vehicle. |
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| paul123 |
quote:
Originally posted by tnguyenmdc
I have the visor installed on my '03. Even with the moonroof fully closed, when I drive over 40 MPH, I keep hearing a whistling noise. Not sure if the visor contributes to the noise or not, since I have it installed by the dealer before I picked up the vehicle.
That's because a sunroof only has the glass as an insulator when the moonroof has a solid structure |
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| paul123 |
quote:
Originally posted by Casique
Acura refers to the whole on the roof as a moonroof in their 03 MDX brochure.:1:
I'm not sure why they refer to as a moonroof ?
As I recall Edmunds refers to as a power sunroof?
You are correct Casique, I stand to be corrected that Honda/Acura does refer to their sunroofs as a moonroof. Now I'm starting to get confused again. They state if it tilts at an angle and has the closing shade it's a moonroof??????? |
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| TopDog |
| To lower the rear windows about an inch. Personally, I think that the sunroof deflectors are tacky/ugly. With another vehicle I've owned, I'd just lower the rear windows a bit and be quite happy! Give it a try. |
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| Casique |
quote:
Originally posted by tnguyenmdc
I have the visor installed on my '03. Even with the moonroof fully closed, when I drive over 40 MPH, I keep hearing a whistling noise. Not sure if the visor contributes to the noise or not, since I have it installed by the dealer before I picked up the vehicle.
My 03 is definitely louder with the visor installed.
I'm debating taking it off, since I hardly ever drive with the sun/moon-roof opened and the noise to coolness ratio is not that good..:1: |
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| jkim357 |
I'm planning on installing the moonroof visor this weekend, and I keep hearing how difficult it is to install. Anyone have any good tips for the install?
Thanks |
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| laborlitigator |
| Just be patient with the screws. . . they are kinda in an awkward placement. |
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| TheWorm |
quote:
Originally posted by jkim357
Anyone have any good tips for the install?
Make sure there are no kids nearby who might hear you :D |
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| mdxxxx |
quote:
Originally posted by TheWorm
Make sure there are no kids nearby who might hear you :D
Soooo true!!!!:4: |
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| buhmabee |
Hey hockeyplayer,
Without the deflector, wind shoots into the cabin and it's stupid loud. I've had it since the day I picked up my X. I take it off in the winter and put it on in the spring. It's one of the few accessories I would recommend.
Good luck with your decision. |
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| pogiMDX |
| is there any aftermarket roof air deflectors? the ones in acura are so expensive. Leeper, did you get yours at a dealership? |
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| MDXdogmom |
quote:
Originally posted by jkim357
I'm planning on installing the moonroof visor this weekend, and I keep hearing how difficult it is to install. Anyone have any good tips for the install?
You may want to search the archives as I remember reading a post about dirt getting under the visor gasket and scratching up the finish. May find some installation suggestions too. |
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| seawolf |
Whoa, Paul 123...I think you have moonroof and sunroof confused by exactly 180 degrees. The sunroof is solid.
Also please explain your reasoning that an SUV makes more noise because of height? Are you saying that at a given speed air makes more noise going by at 6' than at 4'? I do agree that most SUVs are noisier than cars but that is due to a miriad of other reasons...non-of- which is "height from road surface."
Seawolf
quote:
Originally posted by paul123
There is a big difference between a moonroof and a sunroof. I used to use the two terms wrong myself. A sunroof is what we all have in the MDX which is glass that you can see thru and open. A moonroof is solid and cannot be seen thru when closed. When open you can see outside. The moonroofs are solid as the roof on a car/SUV that has no opening at all. When you open and tilt a moonroof is much quieter than a sunroof. Fully opened I would assume the same noise. But remember not to compare a car with an SUV. The SUV will always be much louder because of the height difference. My friends Q45 with a moonroof makes little if no noise while driving at 55 MPH in the tilt position. It's amazing. I just realized this difference recently myself.
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| pogiMDX |
| i think that the Q makes little sound is due to it's styling and aerodynamics. the mdx and Q are very different when it comes to aerodynamics. correct me if i'm wrong, but isn't there an infiniti car that has that zero... ratio... lift thing? is it the Q? |
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| paul123 |
quote:
Originally posted by seawolf
Whoa, Paul 123...I think you have moonroof and sunroof confused by exactly 180 degrees. The sunroof is solid.
Also please explain your reasoning that an SUV makes more noise because of height? Are you saying that at a given speed air makes more noise going by at 6' than at 4'? I do agree that most SUVs are noisier than cars but that is due to a miriad of other reasons...non-of- which is "height from road surface."
Seawolf
When I refer to height I mean that the aerodynamics are different. The larger and higher the vehicle, the more it is pushing air instead of cutting through it.
PS: I forgot what it is called, but when a vehicle is tested in a wind tunnel the "drag" I believe is lower when the vehicle is lower to the ground. |
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| catzx6 |
[QUOTE]Originally posted by jkim357
I'm planning on installing the moonroof visor this weekend, and I keep hearing how difficult it is to install. Anyone have any good tips for the install?
http://www.acuramdx.org/forums/show...=&threadid=8833
Maybe this will help. :) |
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| catzx6 |
quote:
Originally posted by Casique
My 03 is definitely louder with the visor installed.
I'm debating taking it off, since I hardly ever drive with the sun/moon-roof opened and the noise to coolness ratio is not that good..:1:
I find it strange that your '03 is louder with the visor. :confused: Our '03 is definitely quieter. Perhaps it is psychological since we like the look and expected it to help with the noise. |
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| zafer |
quote:
Originally posted by Casique
My 03 is definitely louder with the visor installed.
I'm debating taking it off, since I hardly ever drive with the sun/moon-roof opened and the noise to coolness ratio is not that good..:1:
Yeah, why is that :confused:
I took it off today, and it is much more quieter without it. Now we can drive with it open and hear each other talk, and listen to the radio :) |
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| guru |
| Thanks for the advice. It seems my MDX without the wind visor is quieter than my jeep was with it. I will stay visorless for a while especially when some of you all have removed them due to extra noise. |
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| TonySJ |
| I got the moonroof visor from Tim, and installed it. It's pretty straight forward, although I have to admit that it's a bit tricky to get those side clips in place. Anyway, I noticed much less wind noise from before. I haven't tried it on a windy day yet, but from the highway wind point of view etc..it's much quieter now. |
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| zafer |
quote:
Originally posted by TonySJ
Anyway, I noticed much less wind noise from before. I haven't tried it on a windy day yet, but from the highway wind point of view etc..it's much quieter now.
Quieter with the roof open or closed? |
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| mdxxxx |
quote:
Originally posted by zafer
Quieter with the roof open or closed?
For me, it is quieter when open. No difference when closed.. |
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| TonySJ |
| With the moonroof open, the visor definitely makes the wind noise subsided. I don't really notice the difference when the roof is closed. For me it's worthed to have it, besides it's a good addition to the X's looks. |
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| hockeyplayer |
I installed mine finally on the weekend. Uh....I see where people where saying it is a pain in the @$$ to install. And I am mechanically inclined. I don't know if it has been written before or not but I found that if you take masking tape and tape the clip in place to free your hand while pushing down on the deflector your time of install will be cut considerably. I laughed at the masking tape on the roof for alignment. HUH?? If you line the clips right in the middle of the corners you will be pretty close. Don't completely tighten down till you are sure you are centered where you want it.
Time of install: 10 minutes.(Could have been 5 if I would have taped the clips in place right off the bat instead of fighting and dropping nut 5 times.) |
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| DaleB |
| Great tip! Now if we only had an installation tip category for quick look-up. |
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| zafer |
| I re-installed mine today, had it off for a while, while trying to debug wind noise. Here is a quick and easy way to get it on: Go ahead and insert the screw through the visor, the clip too, and thread on the bolt slightly - both sides. Open the door, step on the sill, position the visor, then press hard onto it right where the screw is with one hand and with the other clip the clip into place. Repeat on other side, then tighten the bolts - 5mins, 6 max! |
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| TonySJ |
| Good tips for reinstallation from zafer! I installed mine awhile back, was thinking about taking it out when I'm tired of it. I however never got to the point of doing that. I'm very happy with the look and its noise reduction from opening the sunroof all the way. No complaint from me with this piece of accessory. |
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| msu79gt82 |
quote:
Originally posted by Casique
However, it is now louder with the moon roof closed! So it comes down to looks, to me it is not worth the extra noise, specially since the 03 is soo quite.:1:
quote:
Originally posted by Casique
My 03 is definitely louder with the visor installed.
I'm debating taking it off, since I hardly ever drive with the sun/moon-roof opened and the noise to coolness ratio is not that good..:1:
I'm considering one, but I would be very bummed if it increased the highway noise:rolleyes: |
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| msu79gt82 |
quote:
Originally posted by zafer
I took it off today, and it is much more quieter without it.
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| zafer |
quote:
Originally posted by msu79gt82
Its on 50% of the time. It does increase wind noise somewhat, but it isn't that noticeable with the stereo on. You've got to remove it when washing the X to access some surfaces, and also underneath the rubber seal gets pretty dirty. Sometimes I just don't put it right back on. It is very easy to re-install it the way I've explained a few posts earlier. With the moon-roof open I've found that it is quietest without the deflector and keeping the built-in deflector down too. Try it and see, just hold the built-in one down on the highway with your hand. You can use a couple of wine corks to keep the built-in deflector down on longer trips. |
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| msu79gt82 |
| Interesting thought zafer - a removable accessory. I suppose you could leave it on around town when you may have the moonroof open and remove it for long highway trips. Sounds like a pain however. |
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| msu79gt82 |
quote:
Originally posted by zafer
You've got to remove it when washing the X to access some surfaces, and also underneath the rubber seal gets pretty dirty.
Anyone else experience this? This moonroof "thingy" as hockeyplayer called it seems like a pain :confused: How often do people remove the visor to clean under it? |
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| msu79gt82 |
quote:
Originally posted by zafer
With the moon-roof open I've found that it is quietest without the deflector and keeping the built-in deflector down too.
I guess the only way to know for sure is to get it and try it :rolleyes: But several Casique, zafer, say its louder :confused: |
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| MDX05FAN |
Does the moon roof wind deflector really help that much with reducing sound noise ? I am still debating if I want this as an accessory or not.
Any other pros or cons ? |
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| dipersp |
You'll find lots of other posts about this, but my opinion -
NO QUESTION it helps! Before I put it on, I couldn't talk on the cell phone with the roof open, fast or slow. Now, it's EXTREMELY quiet with the roof open.
Some have complained about added noise up top when the roof is closed from the disturbance of air. I never noticed and I'd be happy to put up with a little noise for the relief it gives while open. |
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| aac |
quote:
Originally posted by dipersp
You'll find lots of other posts about this, but my opinion -
NO QUESTION it helps! Before I put it on, I couldn't talk on the cell phone with the roof open, fast or slow. Now, it's EXTREMELY quiet with the roof open.
Some have complained about added noise up top when the roof is closed from the disturbance of air. I never noticed and I'd be happy to put up with a little noise for the relief it gives while open.
i agree, the moonroof deflector definitely helps. as for the added noise (sounds like a howling whistle), it only occurs driving at HIGH speeds. |
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| G. COLTON |
| If it cuts down on noise does it also cut down on the air flow? Would not want it if it also did that as the reason I open the top is for the air flow. |
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| MDX05FAN |
| Are we talking "High" speeds like 65, or more than 80 ? |
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| shootist |
quote:
Originally posted by G. COLTON
If it cuts down on noise does it also cut down on the air flow? Would not want it if it also did that as the reason I open the top is for the air flow.
I open the moonroof a few inches to suck air through the cabin, even when it's raining. It's like a super-vent.
It remains acceptably quiet, too. I've been happy with the function of mine.
And, the shape and color is similar to the shape and color of the roof racks- it fits right in with the styling on my steel blue. |
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| CTPYHA |
Not to mention help it provides to us, cigar smokers, when it rains! :4:
Now, if I could only get one that does not require drilling of the roof to install... |
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| greatscot |
quote:
Originally posted by dipersp
You'll find lots of other posts about this, but my opinion -
NO QUESTION it helps! Before I put it on, I couldn't talk on the cell phone with the roof open, fast or slow. Now, it's EXTREMELY quiet with the roof open.
Some have complained about added noise up top when the roof is closed from the disturbance of air. I never noticed and I'd be happy to put up with a little noise for the relief it gives while open.
Mega Ditto's. I too noticed the difference with this add-on. Glad I bought it, now if the weather would only cooperate :rolleyes: |
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| shootist |
quote:
Originally posted by CTPYHA
Now, f I could only get one that does not require drilling of the roof to install...
Eureka! I've found it for you!
The OEM does not require drilling. It has these funky little bolt on clips that you drop about 14 times while installing it. |
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| Maik |
quote:
Originally posted by G. COLTON
If it cuts down on noise does it also cut down on the air flow? Would not want it if it also did that as the reason I open the top is for the air flow.
I have had the deflector since day 1. While it does in fact minimize the noise level, it also greatly reduces the airflow in the cabin. Not an issue for me, but it could be for others. |
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| CTPYHA |
quote:
Originally posted by shootist
The OEM does not require drilling. It has these funky little bolt on clips that you drop about 14 times while installing it.
Strange, I saw a posting in another treat that it does. But, I see that you have one installed, so I assume you know better. The one you have says "from Tim". Does Tim sell any different OEM's, from other OEM's, or is this just a recommendation?
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| shootist |
quote:
Originally posted by CTPYHA
Does Tim sell any different OEM's, from other OEM's, or is this just a recommendation?
There was a time a few months back when Acura stopped distributing the Acura moonroof visor. Tim had another manufacturer's visor tested by an .org-er. It was more noisy, and Tim decided to not distribute it.
That's why I mention I have an OEM moonroof visor.
Incidentally,, you may be thinking about the "rear deflector" which does indeed require drilling during installation. Different part. |
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| msu79gt82 |
I used to have an '01 MDX w/o a moonroof and could not tolerate wind noise when driving faster than about 35-40 mph; which essentially meant that our moonroof was rarely open. Now driving 65ish is not a problem (I find much above 65 to be excessive). I installed the OEM moonroof on both our '04 MDX and the old '02 TL-S (exact same part). It does NOT require drilling holes (as stated above). There are existing threads discussing intallation in detail (use search). In spite of thread advice to the contrary, I consider the install to be a two-person task.
I highly recommend getting the visor IF you ever intend to actually drive with the moonroof open. By the way Tim says that the OEM visors are back - check his website. |
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| smg1062 |
| I think it alters the road and wind noise, not so much decreases it..................but it looks so damn cool, I had to have it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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| pcgold |
Absolutely helps. I've had mine since about 3 months after getting my 04X. I've also got the rear deflector.
I like the looks of both.
However, every time I look at my X I can't help but think I've got too much crap on the roof. There's the moonroof deflector, two bars for the roof rack, the antenna and the rear deflector. What's next? One of those limousine V-shaped antennas? |
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| eurohazard |
quote:
However, every time I look at my X I can't help but think I've got too much crap on the roof. There's the moonroof deflector, two bars for the roof rack, the antenna and the rear deflector. What's next? One of those limousine V-shaped antennas?
I am not dogging anyone's ride, but I agree the roof of the MDX looks overloaded with "stuff" if a sunroof deflector and spoiler are installed. But this may be mostly because the rest of the vehicle is so "clean" looking. At least you're happy with the sunroof deflector as far as functionality. |
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| 01MBMDX76 |
| Besides being functional it looks cool(':cool:') |
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| BWSmith201 |
I took mine off recently just to see the difference, and I really don't notice any more/less noise with or without it, but I like the idea of blocking leaves/insects with it.
It's nice to have when in Tennessee! Doesn't matter much in Colorado, IMHO.
It does look nice, though. |
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| Echo2625 |
Helps with wind noise...looks cool and still allows plenty of air into the cabin...you do not drill holes for the OEM unit...
Try one! |
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| ZonaT4R |
OK, I'm sold.. Where is the best place to get the sunroof deflector or other OEM accessories (i.e. cheap/good service).
I saw some non-OEM ones for about $35 but would rather go with what you all have given the good reviews..
Thanks! |
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| msu79gt82 |
Tim at www.hondacuraworld.com :1: THE place we all go to for genuine OEM parts.
PS: the most obvious (and humorous to us old-timers) sign of a "newbie" is to not know who Tim is;) |
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| ZonaT4R |
quote:
PS: the most obvious (and humorous to us old-timers) sign of a "newbie" is to not know who Tim is
You are right.. I'm a 4Runner guy, girlfriend has the X and I'm doing some research for her.. Thanks for the tip! |
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| A2MDXer |
quote:
Originally posted by msu79gt82
I used to have an '01 MDX w/o a moonroof and could not tolerate wind noise when driving faster than about 35-40 mph; which essentially meant that our moonroof was rarely open. Now driving 65ish is not a problem (I find much above 65 to be excessive). I installed the OEM moonroof on both our '04 MDX and the old '02 TL-S (exact same part). It does NOT require drilling holes (as stated above). There are existing threads discussing intallation in detail (use search). In spite of thread advice to the contrary, I consider the install to be a two-person task.
I highly recommend getting the visor IF you ever intend to actually drive with the moonroof open. By the way Tim says that the OEM visors are back - check his website.
MSU,
Have you noticed an INCREASE in noise with the ROOF CLOSED? I plan on getting one next week but I am worried that it will increase highway wind noise. There seem to be different opinions on this - maybe some have the roof rack and some do not???:confused: As for me, I have the rack and have the Thule bike racks on top so mine is pretty loud to begin with but I do not want to spend $$ to make it any louder.:2: |
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| msu79gt82 |
quote:
Originally posted by A2MDXer
MSU,
Have you noticed an INCREASE in noise with the ROOF CLOSED? I plan on getting one next week but I am worried that it will increase highway wind noise. There seem to be different opinions on this - maybe some have the roof rack and some do not???:confused: As for me, I have the rack and have the Thule bike racks on top so mine is pretty loud to begin with but I do not want to spend $$ to make it any louder.:2:
None whatsosver. If you recall I had removed the roofrack from the old '01 to reduce wind noise; that's the main reason I never put a visor on it (I didn't like the looks of the visor alone). But beginning on '02 the roofrack was redesigned to help that. Since we left the rack on the new '04 I decided to try the moonroof. Once again, I can not tell any difference between having or not having the visor when the moonroof is closed. That's why I heartily recommend it now (its very useful when the moonroof is open) - I've had MDXs with and without it, and to me the moonroof can not be opened at speeds any greater than mid to upper thirtys w/o the visor.
Its possible the visor may reduce wind noise on an '01; it may deflect the wind over the rack?? |
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| A2MDXer |
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Originally posted by msu79gt82
That's why I heartily recommend it now (its very useful when the moonroof is open) - I've had MDXs with and without it, and to me the moonroof can not be opened at speeds any greater than mid to upper thirtys w/o the visor.
Its possible the visor may reduce wind noise on an '01; it may deflect the wind over the rack??
Yes, it certainly is loud when the roof is open at high speeds and that's why I am interested. But then with some saying it was louder when closed, I am worried that might be due to the rack. Well, I guess I will give it a shot - maybe it will help. Mine is pretty loud right now so it's hard to imagine if will make this significantly louder. If not, I will be happy. Thanks for the input. |
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| 01MBMDX76 |
A2MDXer,
If it's any help my MDX is an 01 and came with a visor. I feel it reduces the wind nioise when I have it open in the mid thirties speed. I also have the roof rack so I don't notice any significant noise. Now with my Explorer talk about noise!(':eek:')
, wind, tire, rain, engine and that's with the windows closed!(':2:')
Ask Tim if he can make it a March special price like when he had it in Nov/Dec when he started carrying that part.(':4:') |
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| A2MDXer |
| Thanks for the response. I am not going to get it from Tim [----GASP!!!----] because my dealer sent me a $100 gift card (not sure why). The cost of the visor installed is only $130 so I am just having them do it. I will try to post my observations when it's done. |
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| Kev-man |
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Originally posted by msu79gt82
(I didn't like the looks of the visor alone).
MSU,
I don't have the roof rack and was wondering the same thing.....
So can someone attach a pic of their X with NO RACK and the Moon/Sun/Mun roof wind deflector? Mucho gracias! :1: |
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| 2muchfun |
I have one for my 06' Pilot. If it will fit your MDX, I'll sell it to you cheap.
email me if interested. |
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| one4gatr |
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Originally posted by Kev-man
MSU,
I don't have the roof rack and was wondering the same thing.....
So can someone attach a pic of their X with NO RACK and the Moon/Sun/Mun roof wind deflector? Mucho gracias! :1:
Here ya go...
http://www.acuramdx.org/forums/show...t=moonroof+free |
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