it's summer! and my right hand burns...
06-01-2006, 04:40 PM
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it's summer! and my right hand burns...
... from the **** shift ****. anybody have any solutions for this?
I'm looking at purchasing a mazdaspeed shift ****, but the pain doesn't feel like it's worth $100. anybody have any suggestions (aside from not parking the car outside)? I'm thinking of looking for a baby-sized ankle sock from like fubu or ecko, but that may just be too ghetto...
I'm looking at purchasing a mazdaspeed shift ****, but the pain doesn't feel like it's worth $100. anybody have any suggestions (aside from not parking the car outside)? I'm thinking of looking for a baby-sized ankle sock from like fubu or ecko, but that may just be too ghetto...
06-01-2006, 07:04 PM
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Try a windshield sunscreen. Makes a big difference in inside temp. Saves the upholstery, dash etc. in the long run too.
Or get some cool driving gloves!
Or get some cool driving gloves!
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06-02-2006, 09:20 AM
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I know this sounds ugly (and it is kinda), but I keep a small piece of reynold's wrap in my glove box. When I park here in NC for any length of time, I simply rubberband it onto the shift ****, shiny side up. Not the prettiest solution, but it gets the job done. Does anyone know if tinting helps this?
06-02-2006, 09:21 AM
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An iPod sock is exactly the right size for the shifter and has a bit more class than a baby sock. The winshield screen helps a lot, though during the summer here in Phoenix it can still be undriveable without the sock, too.
06-02-2006, 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by micdark
An iPod sock is exactly the right size for the shifter and has a bit more class than a baby sock. The winshield screen helps a lot, though during the summer here in Phoenix it can still be undriveable without the sock, too.
06-02-2006, 11:37 AM
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Try the DPE shift ****, mine stays ice cold in the summer...... 
Actually I think I gave myself a pretty good burn yesterday, just park in a shady area if you can.
Actually I think I gave myself a pretty good burn yesterday, just park in a shady area if you can.
06-02-2006, 04:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Cool-Blue-Dad
...or close the solid shade insert on your sunroof if that applies.
06-02-2006, 06:09 PM
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That helps too, so does good window tint. Get a shade for your front windshield and you should be set.
hm im not sure usually the sun gets throught my front window so i wouldnt know (cuz obviously i dont sit in the back) but my tints turns my car into a sauna... i sat down yesterday in my car and the back of my shirt slid up the tinest bit, touched the leather and i JUMPED off.. it was painful...
06-02-2006, 06:25 PM
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Originally Posted by LiL BenNy
hm im not sure usually the sun gets throught my front window so i wouldnt know (cuz obviously i dont sit in the back) but my tints turns my car into a sauna... i sat down yesterday in my car and the back of my shirt slid up the tinest bit, touched the leather and i JUMPED off.. it was painful...
Get a shade for the front and good QUALITY tint for the sides and back and your good to go. Mine sits in the direct Florida sunshine all day while I'm at the office. Never had a problem with hot leather seats or shifter ****.
06-07-2006, 02:03 AM
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i've blistered my hand before after the car sat in the sun for 9 hours...it's like like having your partner beat you during sex..not that im into that, but i do like when my 8 bites me back
06-07-2006, 04:14 PM
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You have got to be kidding me! Socks, driving gloves, WTF. Why don't you just hire a limo? It will be cool when it picks you up. Obviously none of you have ever had a convertible!!
06-07-2006, 04:22 PM
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Originally Posted by jstkilntim
You have got to be kidding me! Socks, driving gloves, WTF. Why don't you just hire a limo? It will be cool when it picks you up. Obviously none of you have ever had a convertible!!No need to mock. You must indulge in some comforts - do you put cream or sugar in your coffee or thumbtacks?
06-07-2006, 09:58 PM
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Damn, you are on to me. Just never thought I would be reading these types of problems & suggestions from men.
Shows what I know.
Driving gloves do not look good!
Shows what I know.Driving gloves do not look good!
