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  1. solidgranite

    Sheep skin seat cover opinions

    I've got a 100% real natural shearling sheepskin seat cover on my 2012 RT. It has 2 elastic things that slip on the font seat "wings", and rawhide straps that tie to the rear seat handles. I love it. No more scorching my butt when I sit on my Spyder after its been in the blazing sun for...
  2. solidgranite

    Can't Open Glove Box

    RESOLVED! I removed the left Tupperware, and saw the offending cable. I jiggled it around with my fingers, and the glove box now pops open with a gentle touch (like it should). I sprayed the latch with WD40. Then opened and closed the glove box a number of times to make sure it was really...
  3. solidgranite

    Can't Open Glove Box

    I will definitely take a look! Thanks! If I can see the cable, I can wiggle it with long nose pliers, and maybe get the glove box to pop opem. Then I'll spray the latch with silicone, and see about straightening out the cable. Again...thanks!
  4. solidgranite

    Can't Open Glove Box

    If I can get some schematics and see where the cable is routed, I may be able to free it up with a little gentle prying and such. Locking and unlocking the wheels has no effect on the glove box, even though it should open when the wheels are unlocked. Now to locate that pesky cable without...
  5. solidgranite

    Can't Open Glove Box

    The dealer said the cables had "rusted" over the years, and needed to be replaced...for $300. I declined. The frunk switch works fine, and my home-made solution to release the seat works fine also. Because I don't have a garage, the Spyder is outdoors all year. Our winters are mild...
  6. solidgranite

    Can't Open Glove Box

    The only Tupperware I've ever removed is the panel over the oil filler (left front). :-) I'll have to look up how to remove the other stuff you mentioned. If its too complicated, and if I can't get it done, I may just live without the use of the glove box. LOL Thanks for the suggestions!
  7. solidgranite

    Can't Open Glove Box

    I don't have a hair dryer, but I'll try spraying some WD-40 on the latch. It may help! If it doesn't, I may have another possible cause for the problem. When I attached a wire to the seat latch (because the key switch option did not work), it prevented that cable from sliding back and forth...
  8. solidgranite

    Can't Open Glove Box

    Took my 2012 RT-SE5 to the dealer for tires, oil change, regular annual service, etc. They said the cables to my frunk and seat release should be replaced, but I said no thanks. I open the frunk with the optional dash switch, and I have a wire rigged to open the seat release. Both work just...
  9. solidgranite

    My 2012 RT has developed Windshield Sparkles! Anyone else? Any ideas to fix, or just replace?

    Sounds like a great replacement! For now, I've decided to live with the sparkles on/in my windshield. I'm hoping that they haven't weakened the structure so that it implodes/explodes. :-) The sparkles are only an issue when I'm at just the right angle to the sun, and I can always lower the...
  10. solidgranite

    Rattling Exhaust

    Thanks! I'll try to take a look. I don't have a "lift" so getting access to the exhaust (or any connections to it) is a real challenge. If I can get access, and it turns out to be a bad gasket, that should be easy to replace. Again, thanks for the suggestion!
  11. solidgranite

    Rattling Exhaust

    My 2012 RT has an exhaust issue. Whenever I back off the throttle or slow down for a light, etc., the exhaust makes a rattling noise (only happens when slowing down, backing off the throttle, never when speeding up or cruising). It not a "something is loose" kind of noise, but comes from...
  12. solidgranite

    My 2012 RT has developed Windshield Sparkles! Anyone else? Any ideas to fix, or just replace?

    As a glasses wearer myself, I know exactly what you mean. This is the original windshield, and the Spyder is a 2012 model, so 7 years is a good long life for it. I don't know about any fancy new windshield though...I'll be satisfied with a regular OEM type of replacement. :-)
  13. solidgranite

    My 2012 RT has developed Windshield Sparkles! Anyone else? Any ideas to fix, or just replace?

    The sparkles only appear when the sun hits it at just the right angle. I'll have to replace it sooner or later, and I might as well start looking for one now. :-)
  14. solidgranite

    My 2012 RT has developed Windshield Sparkles! Anyone else? Any ideas to fix, or just replace?

    I haven't used anything but clean water and a cotton rag on the windshield. I was tempted to use Rain-X but someone said it wasn't good for the plastic, so I didn't use it. I think the sparkles are the result of age and sun.
  15. solidgranite

    My 2012 RT has developed Windshield Sparkles! Anyone else? Any ideas to fix, or just replace?

    Yup, its in the sun every day the sun is shining, and here in NC, we get a LOT of sunny days. :-) Time for a replacement...
  16. solidgranite

    My 2012 RT has developed Windshield Sparkles! Anyone else? Any ideas to fix, or just replace?

    I think you're right...its a combination of age and weather, especially the hot sun beating down on it. I only use clean water and a cotton rag (an old tee short) to clean it. The Spyder spends its life outdoors, so it goes through the heat and sun of summer as well as the cold and sun of...
  17. solidgranite

    My 2012 RT has developed Windshield Sparkles! Anyone else? Any ideas to fix, or just replace?

    Here in NC, we don't really have sand storms, and I don't live near the beach. But the Spyder is in the direct sunlight whenever the sun is shining, and that's a lot down here. :-) There's no pitting or anything that can be felt. I have a feeling its a combination of weather and age.
  18. solidgranite

    My 2012 RT has developed Windshield Sparkles! Anyone else? Any ideas to fix, or just replace?

    My 2012 RT has developed an odd situation with the windshield. When the sun hits it at a particular angle, there are a million "sparkles" throughout the whole windshield! They can't be seen if the sun isn't hitting the windshield from a specific angle, and they can't be felt at all. When I'm...
  19. solidgranite

    2012 RT SE5...replace, re-upholster, or customer cover for ripped seat?

    I'll check out the gel pads for sure. My seat is totally comfortable now, but hey, I'm always up for an improvement. :-) Thanks!
  20. solidgranite

    2012 RT SE5...replace, re-upholster, or customer cover for ripped seat?

    Sounds like a good idea! The covering has to be tough. and stitched with strong thread/cord/whatever. The illusion leather would be an ideal replacement, especially if it would stand up to the weather. Here in NC we don't get horrible winters, but we get plenty of summer heat, and a lot of...
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