Luis Andrade
Seat and cargo geometry, trim-level quirks, rattle-free installs, tool and hardware selection.
About
I specialize in turning “universal” into precise: measuring posts, angles, and clearances to create OEM-like, non-rattling installs.
Core Beliefs
Clean installs aren’t magic—they’re measurements, proper order of operations, and checked torque.
Background
The first time I installed a barrier in a CX-5, the headrest posts looked identical across years—until a millimeter mattered. The 2019 taper rattled; the 2021 locked silent with a spacer. That taught me to carry calipers, threadlocker, and patience. Clean installs aren’t magic; they’re measurements, sequence, and torque.
Perspective
I prefer hardware that locks to real anchors and stays silent over quick-release options.
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