New Members Introductions

Hi All. Just got my ridgeline and I'm loving it already. I had an Avalanche before this and always thought the Ridgeline was just a smaller version of it. When I got sick of the poor mileage on an 8 cyl I decided to look at the Ridgeline and couldn't beleive how different it was. The only thing I miss on the Avalanche is the covered bed and the ability to lock it, which was standard. I've ordered a Bakflip F1 cover but I I still have to figure out the locking tailgate. I read the "do it yourself" thread posted awhile back, very clever, but I don't really want a DIY solution. Has anybody had any experience with aftermarket locks for a 2010 gate handle that has the reverse …

Hi I own a Civic type S 59 plate in metallic blue and am inquiring whether anybody has had trouble with excessive chip damage to hood and front wings. I have looked at cars of comparable age in the same geographical area and have not come across any as badly damaged as mine, wondering whether this has been noticed by anyone else with this model in this colour, possible paint problem?