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Rodlucci

The other symptom I am experiencing is the CD player resets the disc's when trying to start the vehicle (only when the solenoid clicks). The starter does not turn, the solenoid clicks only. Anyone experience this? The car is an 03 Auto with 75K miles. The battery tests good, the cables to the starte...

Rodlucci

I agree with the others that have discussed valve train noises at 174,000 due to normal wear. I have seen Seafoam remove build up and deposits in every nook and cranny in an engine. It then flush the abraisive left over through every moving part on an engine with those kind of miles. It will take th...

Rodlucci

Toyota transmission fluid is available on ebay if you don't want to travel the 50 miles to your Toyota dealer. The Transmission should be serviced with Toyota fluid! A local service center can use the fluid you provide. http://compare.ebay.com/like/310360534865?var=lv&ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes...

Rodlucci

Still running the HHO with good success. Just completed a 2093 mile run through the south east using 58.032 gallons of 87 octane fuel for an average of 36.066 mpg. Mostly highway driving with cruise set at 75 mph for a 90% highway and 10% city stop and go cycle. Had 3 people and 2 weeks worth of car...

Rodlucci

Amazing! Happy Birthday GenVibe and thanks to all that support this great place!

Rodlucci

Drove 514 miles this week from Florence, SC to Asheville, NC into the mountains. Drove some city miles in Canton, NC and returned to Florence, SC. I averaged 35.13 mpg over the 514 miles with the elevation changes. I stopped over a 137 mile interstate dirve going up there before I hit the elavation/...

Rodlucci

hotbug1776, Got it, good idea!

Rodlucci

As I understand it, stored Hydrogen is dangerous. Creating hydrogen as you burn it is not. Driving around with a tank of Hydrogen is not recommended, it will go boom if ignited in an accident.

Rodlucci

Two fill ups this week, not much driving a total of 441 miles. Drove more through towns and stop and go this week. First fill was 304 miles with a total of 46 miles on the interstate, mostly secondary and stop and go. Used 9.144 gallons for 33.245 mpg.Second fill up was on the insterstate and off fo...

Rodlucci

I have put 16,000 miles on the GY low resistance tires and have no complaints in any weather conditions I have traveled. I am seeing that they do actually add MPG's based on the suggested MPG for a 03 auto Fwd Vibe. I am pleased with them for my application.

Rodlucci

Pushead, that is the horn. I grounded the HHO cell to the bolt that mounts the horn. There is nothing blocking air flow through the radiator. I mounted the HHO cell off to the side. The edge of the cell can be seen through the grill, but it is not blocking air flow. The engine temps seem normal base...

Rodlucci

Here is the before install photo.

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Rodlucci

Here is a photo of the water bubbler container and the HHO Scrubber container with the plumbing.

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Rodlucci

I cropped my pictures, so here is the basic install of the Hydrogen cell.

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Rodlucci

danimal86, I did review that matrix video before I purchased my kit, I am not interested in "tricking"the electronics. Too lean burns valves and is risky! I agree about the purging of air. I had to adjust and tweak the length of my hoses to get a consistant flow. I may do the scan gauge in...

Rodlucci

10vibe, these are not in the order you asked and are not all that you asked, but what I know. Using a Mileage Shop single cell, plumbed the HHO into the throttle body off the PCV as it is a one way valve and i did not need to cut the intake hose, 13.4 volts, 10 amps, have not measure the amount prod...

Rodlucci

Kitt222,A-B-A testing is good and a possibility. However, I have logged every mile, gallon, location and date for the last 15,000 miles I have put on this Vibe since October 2011. I am using my data as the comparison as they are the real world conditions that I am faced with for my tests. Once I get...

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10vibe,Actually, I don't mind at all! I encourage this type of discussion. How else does one learn without doing, at least that is the way I have always been. I disconnect the battery over night, the memory disappears and then it relearns the next day based on the newly induced O2. The funny thing i...

Rodlucci

Trust me, I am not posting this to make a believer out of anyone. This is not for the mechanically faint of heart or for soccer moms. It takes a great deal of effort to build and set up. You will never see this type of set up on a factory vehicle for the same reason we will not see a Mazda RX8 this ...

Rodlucci

10vibe, I will keep you posted!I know they are not easy and require a great deal fo effort, but I am ok with that!I have owned an RX8 for 7 years and they are not easy and require a great deal of effort as well. I am ok with that too!

Rodlucci

I bought a kit, but with any kit there is some making involved. The generator is complete and a sealed unit. Got the system installed today and will mix the chemicals and start the process tomorrow. How were your results on your Explorer?

Rodlucci

Will update on the progress and results. I drive my Vibe 700 miles a week, mostly on the interstate and I am researching this hydrogen option. I have put 15,000 miles on my Vibe since October of 11 and have documented every mile and fill up. It will be interesting!

Rodlucci

Thank you Joatmon!

Rodlucci

This may have been covered, but I was unable to find it in my search. I need to disconnect the battery on my 03 vibe with the 6 disc system for an extended amount of time. I have read the owners manual and it is not listed in the manual if there is a security code required if power is lost. Any help...

Rodlucci

Balance is it!If the vibration is in the wheel it is in the front wheels and if it is in the seat it is in the rear wheels. Get a competent shop with good equipment to rebalance all four. Have them check to make sure none of your wheels are bent. If the balance does not fix it, tell them to do it ag...

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I disagree with the article...............................I believe the 03 and 04 are two of best used cars under $8K

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mnrelectronics.comIt is a universal kit, but I have used it for about 1,000 miles on highways and interstates with no issues. Works well and holds speed within +/- 1 mph based on grade as advertised.

Rodlucci

I managed to get cruise control installed and ran aground on the power door locks. The kit I purchased was not compatable, so I am looking for used components and will go that route. Cruise works great and was not that bad to install.

Rodlucci

Looking for all power door actuators, cables, harness, hardware, key fab and any an all power door lock components. 29501 zip codeThanks, Rodney

Rodlucci

Ordered a kit yesterday and it will be here tomorrow. Also, ordered a Cruise control kit that will be here today. Will be installing them over the next few days. I pulled one of my rear door panels off to get a look and also to inspect why the door speaker has never worked. No evidence the panel has...

Rodlucci

Looking for some gifts for my Vibe this Christmas season! Has anyone ever installed power door locks on a 2003 Vibe that did not have the factory option? If so, which kit did you purchase? Many, Many Thanks!

Rodlucci

IMHO, that is a very fair price for an AWD model. Almost to good!

Rodlucci

So far I have no complaints with the tires. I have been in rain with them and was not uncomfortable with the grip. I have been in high cross winds and have not been uncomfortable with there grip. In several thousand miles I will have a better understanding of the tires and will keep posted. In regar...

Rodlucci

Ditto, I own a 2003 without the powerpack and it has the 6 speaker, 6 in dash cd changer along with the moon roof! Found mine with 42K original owner miles 2 weeks ago. Bought it from a 101 year old man!

Rodlucci

Thanks Guys, It's all good

Rodlucci

Thanks for the welcome! I have spent a week with the Vibe and the cruise will be the first mode I do. This Vibe is a drive by cable set up (03 and 04), so wiring is not present. I will keep posted on the results of the mod. I will most likely do the locks as well, but I think I am going to live with...

Rodlucci

Guys, I appreciate your statements about your application and I feel the need to expound on my specific application. I drive 700 to 800 miles a week and drive 100's of miles and never touch the brake pedal. The low resistance keeps the vehicle rolling after the fuel is reduced causing the vehicle to...

Rodlucci

I agree with the physics aspect and per my specific application, including climate I made the decision to go with these tires. As for tire company's, I don't like any of them! We are big Top Gear (UK) fans

Rodlucci

I was not a believer either, but I am now. The rolling distance and amount of brake effort are noticeable. Hoping to get 1 - 2 mpg more with these tires on the highway.

Rodlucci

Thanks for the advice and thank you for the recomendations tpollauf I went ahead and bought the car Saturday evening and will begin my relationship with this little car. I will keep posted on the results of my equipment upgrades and please continue with the suggestions

Rodlucci

It was a good buy! The Car was a 1 owner with 42,000 miles on it. Strange, it had aluminum wheels, power sunroof, fog lights and automatic trans with no PW, PL or Cruise. It was a great price, below value on KBB private party fair condition. The car had some normal wear for a 8 year old car, but was...

Rodlucci

Hello Everyone,Anxious to get a Vibe in my driveway and have some concerns. I have searched and have come up a little short of the info to make my decision. The car I am considering is not equipped with cruise and it is a must have for my driving habits. My question is which after market kits work? ...

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