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miked62 View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 11:24 AM Post #1
Newbie Group: Members Posts: 1 Joined: 4-June 08 Member No.: 46,345 Status: Location: USA Drives: 2008 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4-cyl 2.4L	Hi...I just discovered and registered with this forum, and glad I did. I wanted to say how nice it is to have other Sonata owners to share info with. I'm enjoying the range of topics and photos, too. I bought my '08 Sonata GLS (w/I4 automatic) back in October, and I don't think I've ever enjoyed a car this much. I owned a '01 Elantra for 6 yrs. until it got totaled in an accident (luckily no injuries), but it led me to buying a Sonata. I've had no problems, other than the car not wanting to start in park, a few times, in the first week I owned. The Hyundai service dept. couldn't duplicate the problem, and it went away. Probably a small glitch for a new car. I wish I would've got the 5-speed automatic, but the 4-speed is fine for my driving. Also, I tried my own oil change on it for it's second oil change (7,000 mi.), and I was amazed at how easy it is to get to the drain plug and filter. I needed to get a different filter wrench to fit the larger size, but it was pretty easy. I won't be much of a frequent poster, but I'll visit often and ask questions, should they arise.

SonataRobbie View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 11:51 AM Post #2
Jack of All Trades; Master of None Group: Members Posts: 558 Joined: 22-September 07 From: Fort Worth, Texas Member No.: 35,522 Status: Location: Fort Worth, Texas Drives: 2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS 3.3L V6 (DOB 11/08/05)	:00000732: to the forum, Mike. We're glad to have you.

montego View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 12:18 PM Post #3
GLOBAL MODERATOR Group: Super Mod Posts: 4,667 Joined: 21-January 05 Member No.: 4,257 Status: Location: south east England Drives: XG's (2001&2002)	welcome to the forums :00000732:

dogstar View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 12:32 PM Post #4
Audio geek Group: Super Mod Posts: 3,720 Joined: 11-June 06 Member No.: 18,701 Status: Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Drives: 2006 Sonata GL V6	Welcome to the forums and welcome to the sonata gang.

craigbrooks View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 03:58 PM Post #5
Just hangin' out... Group: Members Posts: 2,155 Joined: 28-February 07 Member No.: 28,070 Status: Location: Great Falls, MT Drives: 2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS F24S (DOB 04/30/05), 1997 Mustang V6 Convertible	Welcome 4 cyl owner. Pretty soon we'll out number the V6 folks. :banana:

californiadude99 View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 04:16 PM Post #6
Full Member Group: Members Posts: 139 Joined: 22-January 08 Member No.: 40,146 Status: Location: Turlock, California Drives: 2006 Hyundai Sonata LX 3.3L V6	:00000732: Miked62!!! QUOTE(craigbrooks @ Jun 4 2008, 01:58 PM) Welcome 4 cyl owner. Pretty soon we'll out number the V6 folks. :banana: [right][snapback]166690[/snapback][/right] If the gas price woes continue as they are now, I think you may be right.

craigbrooks View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 05:24 PM Post #7
Just hangin' out... Group: Members Posts: 2,155 Joined: 28-February 07 Member No.: 28,070 Status: Location: Great Falls, MT Drives: 2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS F24S (DOB 04/30/05), 1997 Mustang V6 Convertible	QUOTE(californiadude99 @ Jun 4 2008, 03:16 PM) If the gas price woes continue as they are now, I think you may be right. [right][snapback]166698[/snapback][/right] :thumbsup: ........... :whistling:

MaxxRPM View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 05:51 PM Post #8
Newbie Group: Members Posts: 5 Joined: 6-May 08 Member No.: 45,036 Status: Location: St. Louis Drives: 07 Sonata GLS	QUOTE(miked62 @ Jun 4 2008, 11:24 AM) I needed to get a different filter wrench to fit the larger size, but it was pretty easy.[right][snapback]166590[/snapback][/right] Hi Mike and welcome to the forum. About that filter wrench, is it a socket/cap type filter wrench? If so, were can I find one. The filter is really an odd ball size and I can't find one anywhere (including the dealer).

madderhatter View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 08:10 PM Post #9
Hyundai-Forums Group: Administrator Posts: 3,049 Joined: 2-April 05 From: Tallahassee, Florida Member No.: 6,422 Status: Location: Tallahassee, Florida - USA ! Drives: 2006 Sonata LX (Gracie), 2002 C240 (Gretta)	The last time I did mine I picked up a two pack of strap wrenches (one big and one small) and they worked great. Tons of other useful ... uses as well. You should be able to get a set or one at pretty much any automotive store. (IMG:http://toolmonger.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/strapwrench.jpg)

craigbrooks View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 09:48 PM Post #10
Just hangin' out... Group: Members Posts: 2,155 Joined: 28-February 07 Member No.: 28,070 Status: Location: Great Falls, MT Drives: 2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS F24S (DOB 04/30/05), 1997 Mustang V6 Convertible	From one I4 owner to another. Use only a HYUNDAI filter. You can find these at your local dealer for about $7.00 (US) I only use factory filters because of this... http://jerrystout.us/sonata/tsb/aftermarke...l%20filters.pdf After you have the filter in hand go to your local parts store and buy a filter "socket" that fits the factory filter. After market filters are smaller, experience here, so the factory size "socket" won't fit. Make sure you have a 6" extension to get up into the filter area. Most of the "filter sockets" that fit are 1/2" drive so have the appropriate adaptors and/or drive for you socket. Enjoy your oil change AND ownership experience. BTW don't be a stranger...us 4 cyl fans need all the support we can get. V6 guys can be tough. This post has been edited by craigbrooks: Jun 4 2008, 09:52 PM

Tommer View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 10:22 PM Post #11
Senior Group: Members Posts: 427 Joined: 12-February 08 Member No.: 41,086 Status: Location: Cranbrook, BC (Too close to craigbrooks) Drives: '06 S'nota V6 GLS (Goes Like Snot!)	The four banger crowd is known for cutting out the floorboards, and pretending they're Fred Flintstone, on hills, and passing Smart Cars............. :whistling: :thumbsup: :innocent: Oh yea, and they also marry skinny women, so as to not overburden their hamsters....... This post has been edited by Tommer: Jun 4 2008, 10:23 PM

craigbrooks View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 10:26 PM Post #12
Just hangin' out... Group: Members Posts: 2,155 Joined: 28-February 07 Member No.: 28,070 Status: Location: Great Falls, MT Drives: 2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS F24S (DOB 04/30/05), 1997 Mustang V6 Convertible	QUOTE(Tommer @ Jun 4 2008, 09:22 PM) The four banger crowd is known for cutting out the floorboards, and pretending they're Fred Flintstone, on hills, and passing Smart Cars............. :whistling: :thumbsup: :innocent: Oh yea, and they also marry skinny women, so as to not overburden their hamsters....... [right][snapback]166787[/snapback][/right] I wondered when you would wake up. :P :rant2: (the tommer emoticon) :beer: That's skunk urine man. :thumbsup: Hey..fan belt breaks we CAN use a rubber band. How bout you? Hey there's a thread about something regarding transmission behavior...reminded me about you. LMAO This post has been edited by craigbrooks: Jun 4 2008, 10:36 PM

Tommer View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 10:42 PM Post #13
Senior Group: Members Posts: 427 Joined: 12-February 08 Member No.: 41,086 Status: Location: Cranbrook, BC (Too close to craigbrooks) Drives: '06 S'nota V6 GLS (Goes Like Snot!)	The one about how silky smoooooooooooth the 5 speed is???????? :bwekk:

craigbrooks View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 10:47 PM Post #14
Just hangin' out... Group: Members Posts: 2,155 Joined: 28-February 07 Member No.: 28,070 Status: Location: Great Falls, MT Drives: 2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS F24S (DOB 04/30/05), 1997 Mustang V6 Convertible	QUOTE(Tommer @ Jun 4 2008, 09:22 PM) Oh yea, and they also marry skinny women [right][snapback]166787[/snapback][/right] You're just jealous. :bigemo_harabe_net-01:

Tommer View Member Profile	Jun 4 2008, 11:08 PM Post #15
Senior Group: Members Posts: 427 Joined: 12-February 08 Member No.: 41,086 Status: Location: Cranbrook, BC (Too close to craigbrooks) Drives: '06 S'nota V6 GLS (Goes Like Snot!)	More to love, man, more to love. I have to admit to 4 banger envy every time I put close to $70 in the friggin' gas tank, but I'll never admit it.......... :whistling:

ddix1026 View Member Profile	Jun 5 2008, 07:41 AM Post #16
Lonely Commuter Group: Members Posts: 2,028 Joined: 25-July 07 Member No.: 33,155 Status: Location: NJ, USA Drives: '06 Sonata GLS V6, '07 Tucson SE V6	QUOTE(Tommer @ Jun 5 2008, 12:08 AM) More to love, man, more to love. I have to admit to 4 banger envy every time I put close to $70 in the friggin' gas tank, but I'll never admit it.......... :whistling: [right][snapback]166803[/snapback][/right] $70 per tank?? sheesh... i only put in about $50 each tank... (but im probably getting better mileage than you) and more cushion for the..... (erm, sorry) :grin:

babstude View Member Profile	Jun 5 2008, 08:40 AM Post #17
Veteran Group: Members Posts: 1,215 Joined: 17-March 06 Member No.: 16,338 Status: Location: Toronto, ON Drives: 2006 Sonata	QUOTE(Tommer @ Jun 5 2008, 12:08 AM) More to love, man, more to love. I have to admit to 4 banger envy every time I put close to $70 in the friggin' gas tank, but I'll never admit it.......... :whistling: [right][snapback]166803[/snapback][/right] what's the price of fuel in the cootknees these days ? I was in Montreal last week and it was $1.43 - hoooly shyte !!! oh and welcome aboard Mike - as you'll see most topics go .. umm off topic but we all mean well :thumbsup:

Tommer View Member Profile	Jun 5 2008, 09:54 AM Post #18
Senior Group: Members Posts: 427 Joined: 12-February 08 Member No.: 41,086 Status: Location: Cranbrook, BC (Too close to craigbrooks) Drives: '06 S'nota V6 GLS (Goes Like Snot!)	$1.34.9 Funny, but there seem to be a LOT of Toyota 4Runners, Ford 4X4s and Dodge trucks for sale! I think the jump from $1.15 to $1.30+ broke some backs.

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