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  1. Engine and Technical Discussion
    Just got done applying this stuff from DEI to my intake and heat shield: DEI Reflect-A-GOLD High Temperature Heat Reflective Wrap Overall, it seems to be working. On a 15-minute drive, I actually was pulling cooler than ambient air by the end... I'll need to test it over longer drives, to see...
  2. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Just bought a 2015 Kia Optima SX Turbo from Turnersville Kia. Got the extended warranty which I was led to believe was through Kia Motors. While going through my paperwork this morning come to find out the extended warranty is through Portfolio Protection. Has anybody heard of them? Good or bad...
  3. The Detailing Corner
    Does anyone have the Ziebart protection? I have it for the paint and interior, which came with the car. They said I take it to a Ziebart location yearly to have it reapplied. It doesn't cost anything extra to have it reapplied. I could have added more protection and added something to the glass...
  4. K5OS - Interior & Exterior Products
    Is proud to bring to the Optima community The 2011-2020 Kia Optima Painted Body Side Moldings (BUY NOW) Description: Protect your ride against shopping carts, door dings,scratches, chipping, and other road hazards These are made from high quality automotive grade ABS material & painted using...
  5. CARiD.com
    When upgrading our headlights with expensive aftermarket set, we really hope that it will last for a long time. But as any other product, it requires careful handling and protection. WeatherTech has a resolution for you! Their LampGuard Headlight Covers secure your headlamps, fog lamps...
  6. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    I have a new 2015 EX and I am thinking about having the 3M Clear Bra applied by a local certified 3M installer. He quoted me a price of $599 which includes covering the entire front bumper, headlights, hood (roughly 1/3 of it), mirrors and door handle cups. I have read many forum posts but most...
  7. The Service Center
    Any dealer you recommended for purchasing the plan? Any issues from you experience?
  8. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Hi everybody I'm new here Do you know where I can find this protection, in France, it does not exist. I have been surfing the net looking but I can't find . Thank you in advance
  9. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    I received mail regarding the possibility of a lawsuit against KIA regarding issues with the 2011 Optimas. The issues identified are problems with the engine, speed controls, steering/suspension, power train, air bags, and/or electrical systems. This lawsuit falls under the Washington State...
  10. Wheels, Tires and Suspension
    So I am not quiet sure if this has been asked, although I am sure it has. Besides washing and waxing wheels, as anyone tried a clear bra type application to rims to keep them scratch free? I am not talking curb rash. I am talking protection from nicks and of course winter...
  11. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    I'm looking into the 3M paint protection for my new '13 EX. I have one installer in my area. Wanted to find out if the prices I'm getting are appropriate. Bumper only: $325 Hood, fenders, headlights, mirrors: $258 All that: $583 I'm mainly interested in the bumper and hood, so got that...
  12. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Hello all,I am wondering if anyone from the Chicago or Milwaukee area could recommend a good place for a clear Bra. I have only dealt with Xpel on my last vehicles and never had an issue. I am will to try other products if the companies stand behind the product. I have tries a few online...
  13. Pictures and Videos
    I bought my 2013 Kia Optima LX (Bright Silver) last weekend (Built in S. Korea; Manf Date: Dec 2012) Yesterday, I took my car to a local 3M authorized tint shop and added 3M Paint Protection Film (3M VentureShield) along with 3M Crystalline Tint (70%). I wanted my windows to be tinted to avail...
  14. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    I've had my Optima for less than a week, but I'm already concerned about the paint. There were a couple of spots when I bought the car, where it looked like bird droppings had sat long enough to mar the finish. I'm supposed to go in Wednesday and have them buffed out. Now there are a couple...
  15. New Member Introductions
    HI! I'm Phil from the Jersey Shore, who is now leasing a new 2012 Optima EX. Looking for any info concerning the LUXCARE protection, which I had applied to my 2012 Optima EX. I have had my car only a month (May 15, 2012) and just recently had bird dropping on the hood, It has stained the...
  16. New Member Introductions
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  17. Wheels, Tires and Suspension
    Hey guys, I was looking for a type of product to protect my wheels from further curb rash (already happened!). After searching I saw a few but they were all based out of other countries, then came across a product called wheelbands by RimProTec (Wheel Bands | RimPro-Tec North America). The...
  18. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Anyone have information on how good this product is. Warranty on exterior finish and leather interior.. Rips, tears,Punctures & Burns..
  19. The Detailing Corner
    Is xzilon paint protection worth it.
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