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Dori

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    Dori got a reaction from ChevyBeat in Interior Front/Rear/Cargo LED lights   
    Where did you connect the lights into so that they light up when the cargo door is opened? And how did you hook them up? Some pictures would be awesome to see how they were installed.
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    Dori got a reaction from Jonathan Walsh in 2013 Chevy Spark: The good and the bad---   
    These cars rip in snow.... Solid ice sheets going down a hill, no problem. VW Beattles, 4 runners, big lifted diesal dodges stuck on a hill, I rip right on up past them no problem. Best part is when they see you coming and they all wait and watch to make fun of you expecting to get stuck, but you dont... These cars do exceptionally well in the snow and ice. Surprisingly better than i expected.
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    Dori got a reaction from jeevabobby26 in Show Off Your Spark!!   
    Haven't seen a thread started where its nothing but sharing your Spark and its neat custom features you may have added. I am sure there is a thread somewhere out there that exsists about this topic, but here is another. I will start it off.
    Meet Dori. She is only 2 months old and is getting new speakers tomorrow. She just got washed in the bay of the station. It was a slow night with no call's coming in so I decided to make use of the hug apparatus bay and give her a bath and a solid detailing inside an out. Here she is!

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    Now lets see your's!!
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    Dori got a reaction from Dean Johnson in Intake mod, Wow!   
    Can someone post some pictures of the actual engine compartment and point out were this "resignator" is as well as were it connects to the air box? Also a completed picture of what it looks like before and then after the mad? The first post of how to do it was great, I am more of a visual learner and want to make sure i am looking a tthe right things
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    Dori got a reaction from TheRev in Intake mod, Wow!   
    Biggest gain I notice is throttle response. Does seem to accelerate better but hard to say.
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    Dori got a reaction from Deputy Dawg in Comments you have got on your Spark   
    Everyone at work calls it a gumball cause the color and small size. Then I ask them "how many MPG do you get, cause I average 35". They shut up real quick. Haha
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    Dori reacted to Lovgun7 in oil consumption - program code 14110 - pcv valve   
    anyone else getting a weird clicking noise ???
    not the clicking from the engine ...
    its like a suddle 3 clicks ... then stops then happens again...
    i took the car back but i was told "if you dont get leaks, whistling, warning lights you should be fine..."
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    Dori reacted to Greg_E in oil consumption - program code 14110 - pcv valve   
    I'm 100% certain that my local dealers would not check anything inside the engine that wasn't spelled out in perfectly clear commands in the bulletin! If they were going to do that they would have already done it when it was in last time and they had to put another quart of oil in. I've said it before and I'll say it again... The warranty is only as good as the service centers around you, and other than the AC recall they have only been good for oil changes.
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    Dori reacted to manualsparkls in High rev rattle under acceleration   
    That would be nice if it were normal, but I just don't buy that. If it were the timing chain (and believe me, I am glad that it does have a timing chain) wouldn't it make the same noise in neutral at 3k rpm?
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    Dori got a reaction from manualsparkls in High rev rattle under acceleration   
    I ended up taking a technician on a test drive. Both times i did it, they repalced parts or added parts. When i took it back in when the noise wasnt resolved i again took a technician for a ride. They didnt even want to take it back in to look at stating it is normal engine noise. The dealer specifically told me and it is also documented on the service work order that they added an extra exhaust clamp to reduce flew in a flew joint in the exhaust.
    I to do belive that the noise originated under the hood somewhere. I will ahve to hook my GoPro up under there and see if i can capture the noise. Maybe even to the exterior of the vehicle as well. I hear it best when in a parking garage or on quiet residential streeets. The noise bounces off of passing objects. Heard most on the passenger side of the vehicle.
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    Dori reacted to austex04 in HVAC customer satisfaction program - end April 30, 2016   
    I sent a pm, so I shall see if mine is part of the program. Mine does the cool/warm thing at random, more so in temps below 90 degrees. The problem is, I now live in the Seattle area, and the warmest day was 71 degrees, it's in the 50's now for highs. This program should be extended through June.
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    Dori reacted to bluer101 in HVAC customer satisfaction program - end April 30, 2016   
    Why don't you just post the info here. Its not top secret is it? It's just letters and numbers on a page that you read from left to right. We can figure it out.
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    Dori got a reaction from weetsj in My mods   
    Damn... That looks sharp. I'm going to have to ditch the Plasti-Dip bug shield and go with waht you have going on.
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    Dori reacted to Ataristic in Getting accustomed to the clutch on the Spark manual   
    Update
    I have been using the previously mentioned technique, but the process was still bothering me, it just seemed unnatural for a life long manual driver, and that I was putting undue strain on the clutch, so I decided to do some exhaustive comparative research that I could share with you all.
    I first went to the Chevrolet dealership to drive a 2014 Spark, they drive identically to my 2013 so I can rule out clutch problems. I asked the Chevy saleswoman about the proper technique to overcome the shuddering, I asked her to drive the 2014, she was no better at preventing the shuddering than I was, to her credit, she was perplexed as to why neither she nor I could get a smooth takeoff on this thing, so she then got the service manager to drive it, and the man could hardly drive a manual, he was creeping off the clutch at idle like a complete novice, and tried to tell me his way is the "correct" way of driving a manual and how he drives his SUV (strange that it was not a Chevrolet), I decided to let restraint outshine my displeasure at this load of nonsense, mostly because there was a lady present, and take my research somewhere else. I then went to the local Carmax, and drove the nearest competition to the Spark with a manual transmission; a Fiat 500,and a Nissan Versa SV, the ugly sad turtle looking sedan one, not the Note. For a control subject, I also drove a manual Sonic LTZ Turbo, since I have read about complaints about the light clutch on Sonics. I also drove the new Mitsubishi Mirage at a nearby dealer.
    The Fiat has a more traditional feeling clutch in that it engages close to the floor, but it also has a few more horsepower and torque, so no issues taking off on that one, the Fiat also has a lower first gear ratio than the Spark, making it more of a "granny" first gear than what is found on Spark or Mirage. The Nissan and the Mitsubishi have the identical setup for the clutch as the Spark; a very light clutch with almost no feel and long engagement travel. The Versa is more forgiving but not by much, but since the Versa has a somewhat larger engine, the problem is the opposite from the shuddering in the Spark, lurching. The Sonic Turbo indeed has a very light clutch and almost no bite point feel, but it has so much power that taking off on that one is a breeze, pne can just roll off the clutch, no indications of shuddering or danger of stalling that beast. The three cylinder Mirage is almost identical situation as the Spark as far as clutch feel, long travel, very light, no bite feel. The salesman at Mitsubishi explained that this is done because these engines have such little torque, it is necessary to encourage some measure clutch slip, so the pedal travel is long to compensate for those drivers that are not adept at finding the bite point,and would have to creep off the clutch pedal. I found this information very useful. Continuing my "scholarly research," I also watched many how-to videos on driving manuals, from amateurs and from driving schools, and from said research I have come to the most effective strategy to avoid shuddering on takeoff.
    1. Clutch all the way to the floor
    2. Push throttle to desired RPM and hold, 1000 to 1500 for a creeping start, 1500 to 2000 for stop light take off.
    3. Release clutch to biting point and hold both throttle and clutch at this time RPM will begin to drop and car will begin to move, hold clutch and throttle at same position until RPM stops dropping, this takes about 2 seconds in the 1000 to 1500rpm range, about 1 second the closer one gets to 2000 rpm.
    4. Once RPM drop has stabilized, begin releasing the clutch. It is optional to use more throttle, but not too much as to avoid a jolt, as the clutch is released, or just hold the throttle until the clutch is fully released, depending on your driving style or sense of urgency.
    Using this technique, I have been able to avoid shuddering and having to use excessive revs. I have also drastically cut down the time I have been riding the clutch on take-off.
    It seems to me this whole ordeal could have been avoided several ways; a larger displacement to the engine, a lower first gear, a heavier spring on the clutch. Of course, such previously mentioned solutions would have required some investment on the part of GM, but it would have made the car absolutely superior to its main rival, the Fiat 500, which is worse in handling and suspension than the Spark. A true cost effective solution would have been better documentation on the user's manual. The user manual only has one sentence pertaining to how to use the manual on the Spark;
    "1 (First): Press the clutch pedaland shift into 1 (First). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal." (2013 Chevrolet Spark Users Manual US models, section 9-23)
    This "information" is hardly any help, and would have avoided the displeasure to me and others of having to learn on our own. I am hardly the only one having issues with how the clutch is set up in the Spark, many reviews make note on how badly designed the clutch is. A little modest honesty on the part of GM's documentation would have made it clear as to the reasons the clutch is designed the way it is on Spark.
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    Dori reacted to bensemailis in Engine/Exhaust Knock or Spudder   
    In not loosing oil, but I am loosing coolant somehow.
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    Dori reacted to 21783mike in What seat covers do you have?   
    Well I ordered these for the front. http://www.ebay.com/itm/360789870599?item=360789870599&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME:L:OU:US:1120&vxp=mtr
    I'll let you guys know how they fit. The place also has a rear made for the 60/40 split and an armrest cover as well that I will order if the fronts fit right.
    Here's the companies website if you want to browse what they have, I'll most likely just order the rest of the set from there instead of going through ebay....
    http://www.bestfh.com/onlinestore/index.php?cPath=47
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    Dori got a reaction from Smikster in Replacing Air Cabin Filter   
    I heard that the spark doesn't come with a cabin air filter. Myth or fact? Also is there a better filter that will filter out the Lunt and dust in the air to prevent build up on dash and touch screen?
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    Dori reacted to mrtwiggy in Plast-Dip Rock Chip Bra   
    very chic! that is pretty cool :D where do you get that stuff by the way?
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    Dori got a reaction from Smikster in Folding the Rear Seats   
    Not going to lie, kind of crappy to produce and sell a car where in order to use the folding seats to its fullest, you have to either remove the base seat cushions or pull them off the hinges. It's almost a why bother making the car like that...
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    Dori got a reaction from HappyMommy in Software Versions   
    I agree. With this day and age, it sucks it does do a wireless update through home wifi or even through onstar.
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    Dori got a reaction from Jopar_X in First time experience with Plasti Dip; + bowtie vinyl   
    I agree, they are not that bad looking. It would really test my skills of dipping tho with all those nook and crannys on the wheels!
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    Dori got a reaction from Jopar_X in First time experience with Plasti Dip; + bowtie vinyl   
    I really do dig the black dipped wheels of the LS and LT. I have a 2 LT, and sometimes wonder what those wheels would look like dipped.
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    Dori reacted to Greg_E in Roof Rails Dipped and LED Headlight Mod Pics   
    I just wish we could get inside the headlights and tail lights, all the silver would be gone!
    I like the LEDs, makes it look a little sinister when the headlights are off.
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    Dori reacted to Widget in What do you do for a living?   
    Im a paramedic with the Scottish Ambulance Service
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    Dori reacted to austex04 in I love your car!   
    On trips to Walmart, I park in the "green vehicle" parking spots right in the front. Something this small bearing the name "Spark" should pull it off enough.
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