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by zaxellord
Wed Apr 11, 2012 8:07 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Member Maintence Question
Replies: 5
Views: 983

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Tue Apr 10, 2012 8:19 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: new to GenVibe
Replies: 20
Views: 2946

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Tue Apr 10, 2012 8:14 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Vibe Owner
Replies: 20
Views: 3081

Re: New Vibe Owner (dinopiratedavid)

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Sat Apr 07, 2012 10:27 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Super black carbon buildup in tailpipe
Replies: 14
Views: 4423

Thanks so much, Charles and circuitsmith for the heads up.
by zaxellord
Sat Apr 07, 2012 10:13 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Long Time Listener, First Time Caller...
Replies: 11
Views: 1924

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Fri Apr 06, 2012 10:21 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New to Vibe
Replies: 14
Views: 2372

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Wed Apr 04, 2012 4:32 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Super black carbon buildup in tailpipe
Replies: 14
Views: 4423

So, 2003-2004 Vibes should be avoided, due to this oil issue?
by zaxellord
Fri Mar 30, 2012 10:13 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My New Vibe & Intro
Replies: 8
Views: 1633

Hi and Welcome. Beautiful car. I think that blue suits the Vibe perfectly.
by zaxellord
Wed Mar 28, 2012 10:38 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Replace PCM or trade it in?
Replies: 43
Views: 14199

Re: Replace PCM or trade it in? (trb)

Quote, originally posted by musicmanmu »Yes, it is a ridiculous price, but I'm not surprised. This is how dealerships operate. I definitely don't feel confident enough to attempt to replace it myself. Not sure if there are any shops in the area that have the expertise (other than dealerships and Fi...
by zaxellord
Tue Mar 27, 2012 11:23 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My Vibe Virginity Has Been Taken- 08 Vibe Base
Replies: 31
Views: 5523

Welcome. Congrats on your purchase. That is a really nice Vibe
by zaxellord
Tue Mar 27, 2012 11:14 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Looking at purchasing a Vibe
Replies: 10
Views: 1645

Good luck. The Vibe can be a great buy if it has been maintained as has been mentioned. There are affordable Vibes, so keep searching
by zaxellord
Fri Mar 23, 2012 10:19 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I'm back! :P
Replies: 12
Views: 2516

Welcome Back:}
by zaxellord
Wed Mar 21, 2012 9:55 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Possible Vibe owner. Thoughts?
Replies: 5
Views: 1055

Also check to make sure the PCM recall has been done, if this Vibe is affected. Some, that have been for sale, have not had it done.
by zaxellord
Mon Mar 19, 2012 9:18 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: VIBE Owner Wannebe - Help me choose!!
Replies: 7
Views: 1253

I'm with 98se5speed. See if you can hold out for a 2004, barring that, 2005 seems to be a good deal, as long as the accident repair was repaired properly. The all red 2003 instrument cluster may not suit you.
by zaxellord
Mon Mar 19, 2012 9:13 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Hello everyone I am new to the Forum n New owner vibe
Replies: 38
Views: 5766

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Fri Mar 16, 2012 10:47 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Kia Dealer Mailing Makes me an Offer for my 2003 Vibe
Replies: 11
Views: 2028

Re: (jake75)

Quote, originally posted by jake75 »I wouldn't be surprised if the BMV auto registration information was a public record, but I sold that car over 3 years ago. Some marketing company sells that program to dealers. One would think they would use more current information.Added to that, how many peopl...
by zaxellord
Fri Mar 16, 2012 10:39 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Noob, sort of...
Replies: 6
Views: 1203

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Thu Mar 15, 2012 11:04 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Kia Dealer Mailing Makes me an Offer for my 2003 Vibe
Replies: 11
Views: 2028

Seems like your personal information was sold
by zaxellord
Sun Mar 11, 2012 9:35 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: NooBe Here ! 05 Vibe AWD Questions
Replies: 8
Views: 975

How much did you pay for it?
by zaxellord
Sun Mar 11, 2012 9:24 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: [B]What a great place![/B]
Replies: 5
Views: 943

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Fri Mar 09, 2012 4:09 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Sorta new to the genvibe
Replies: 11
Views: 2241

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Fri Mar 09, 2012 4:06 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I'm new to the forum
Replies: 17
Views: 2631

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Tue Mar 06, 2012 10:05 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Another member joins.
Replies: 12
Views: 2233

Hi and Welcome.
by zaxellord
Sun Mar 04, 2012 11:01 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 06 Vibe maintenance, what to do if anything.
Replies: 8
Views: 2434

Re: 06 Vibe maintenance, what to do if anything. (Kamikaze)

Quote, originally posted by Kamikaze »I'd probably do a coolant drain and refill if never been done. (I believe they recommend every 100k or 5 years)Timing belt & water pump @ 120k (but that's cause I'd do it myself)Plugs, and tranny drain and fill.I say drain and fills, b/c I don't believe act...
by zaxellord
Fri Mar 02, 2012 4:27 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Approaching 30,000 miles... any special maintenance I should do?
Replies: 8
Views: 1662

Re: Approaching 30,000 miles... any special maintenance I should do? (J_TO_ENVY)

Quote, originally posted by J_TO_ENVY »Both our 2009 Vibe GTs have about 300 miles to go before they turn over 30,000. I am wondering if there is anything special I should do other than the usual oil/oil filter change, cabin air filter change, tire rotation, etc.? One thing in particular I was wond...
by zaxellord
Thu Mar 01, 2012 3:05 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My vibe took a bullet for me...
Replies: 20
Views: 3560

Re: My vibe took a bullet for me... (sideshowalan)

Quote, originally posted by sideshowalan »Sounds like a decent offer for your car, glad eveyone was OK.The car took so much damage because what it's designed to do. It takes the momentum of the other car and transmits it into the body and crumple zones and not into the occupants. That's why really ...
by zaxellord
Thu Mar 01, 2012 2:59 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Shopping for a Vibe-few questions
Replies: 71
Views: 9529

Re: (Spooner)

Quote, originally posted by Spooner »Got her home yesterday morning finally and I think I like this thing. I will burn through a tank of gas today so it will be interesting to see where I'm at MPG wise. A couple things I've noticed is that the doors don't have a pronounced 'catch' at different posi...
by zaxellord
Wed Feb 29, 2012 10:12 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My vibe took a bullet for me...
Replies: 20
Views: 3560

I'm glad that you and the other driver are okay. Interesting that a 25 mph accident could total out your car, though
by zaxellord
Tue Feb 28, 2012 11:42 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Well, I finally got a Vibe so...
Replies: 15
Views: 2510

Congratulations on your purchase.
by zaxellord
Tue Feb 28, 2012 11:40 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I hate to say these, but I can't keep it in anymore
Replies: 57
Views: 13122

Re: (ou.grizzly)

Quote, originally posted by ou.grizzly »Do not know nor do not care, traded the car in last summer... Aww, you let someone else deal with it
by zaxellord
Tue Feb 28, 2012 3:47 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I hate to say these, but I can't keep it in anymore
Replies: 57
Views: 13122

Re: (ou.grizzly)

Quote, originally posted by ou.grizzly »Would still have my Vibe if my computer didn't keep going out... Should of kept the 2008... What's the matter with your computer?
by zaxellord
Sun Feb 26, 2012 4:20 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: AWD vs. FWD
Replies: 45
Views: 12701

Re: AWD vs. FWD (lemay.08)

Quote, originally posted by lemay.08 »I know that what you said djkeev makes lots of sense. I admit that my inclination wants really bad to have that car. Like Cougar Vibe said, if I want the car, I should go and get it. I couldve had the car since last Thursday but I decided to wait so I can give ...
by zaxellord
Sat Feb 25, 2012 10:23 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: AWD vs. FWD
Replies: 45
Views: 12701

Re: AWD vs. FWD (lemay.08)

Quote, originally posted by lemay.08 »Oh and I don't know if it seems fishy, but the dealer agreed to trade my Vibe 2008 FWD manual windows with his 2006 AWD with the electric package for 'free' ($8,000 = $8,000)What do you guys think? Should I trust him?There is something up with that. I have neve...
by zaxellord
Fri Feb 24, 2012 10:33 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Shopping for a Vibe-few questions
Replies: 71
Views: 9529

Re: (Spooner)

Quote, originally posted by Spooner »Went and drove this one today: http://www.premierautodeals.co...Notes Not sure I'm that impressed. I realize these aren't expensive vehicles to begin with but it just seemed so cheaply made considering they are asking almost $9,000 for this with almost 100k on i...
by zaxellord
Wed Feb 22, 2012 10:23 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Mechanic doesn't know what is wrong with my car
Replies: 8
Views: 1747

Re: Mechanic doesn't know what is wrong with my car (waterbottle)

Quote, originally posted by waterbottle »I have been having trouble with my 2006 Vibe. Automatic transmission. Original owner and 50,000 miles. Generally, it works great. However, on warm, sunny days I experience some problems. When engine gets hot from the sun the car idles at 1000 RPM. Additional...
by zaxellord
Tue Feb 21, 2012 1:41 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: AWD vs. FWD
Replies: 45
Views: 12701

Re: (lemay.08)

Quote, originally posted by lemay.08 »It happens only during winter. During the summer, the Vibe can get ok over the slope but you can feel it 'force' his way up.I see, have you tried driving it up the slope in 1 or 2 gear?
by zaxellord
Tue Feb 21, 2012 1:38 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Soon to own Vibe #2...
Replies: 23
Views: 3587

Re: (tpollauf)

Quote, originally posted by tpollauf » Smart move if you stick with this plan. At least with a rebuild you'll know the history of it vs a used one where you're gambling with someone elses word Nice donut tire on the front passenger side At least it was a good spare for you to roll it home on. Keep ...
by zaxellord
Mon Feb 20, 2012 7:35 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Looking to be a new vibe owner...
Replies: 15
Views: 8608

Re: (jake75)

Quote, originally posted by jake75 »And I assume, you would agree than a new 2012 Matrix just might be a much better economic decision than a used 8 year old 2004 Matrix with 100,000+ miles on the odometer. You never know unless you run the numbers. I read the Plain Dealer ads once in awhile - Clev...
by zaxellord
Mon Feb 20, 2012 2:45 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Looking to be a new vibe owner...
Replies: 15
Views: 8608

Re: (jake75)

Quote, originally posted by jake75 »Somewhat true - that is why one needs to look at the numbers. IMO there are only two ways to get a good deal on a used car these days. One is to buy from a private owner who just wants to beat by $500 what the dealer will actually give him/her in trade or cash. T...
by zaxellord
Mon Feb 20, 2012 2:37 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: AWD vs. FWD
Replies: 45
Views: 12701

Is this only a problem in the winter?
by zaxellord
Sun Feb 19, 2012 7:01 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Looking to be a new vibe owner...
Replies: 15
Views: 8608

Re: (jake75)

Quote, originally posted by jake75 »Broken record Jake chiming in here: At least see what a new Matrix would cost. I think used cars are unreasonably high today - especially high mileage used cars. New cars have a lower finance rate. When you figure everything in including 3 years/36 months (whiche...
by zaxellord
Sun Feb 19, 2012 6:52 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Was there a power window recall on 2004?
Replies: 1
Views: 433

Re: Was there a power window recall on 2004? (rpmljm)

The recall was for the power windows in the 2003-2004 models. There was a possibility the glass would shatter due to the bolts not being installed correctly(?). If your Vibe has power windows, then you should take it to the dealer and have them run the VIN, If it is part of the recall and you have h...
by zaxellord
Sat Feb 18, 2012 8:47 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Who will be the last owner?
Replies: 24
Views: 3262

Re: Who will be the last owner? (ColonelPanic)

Quote, originally posted by ColonelPanic »I say convert her to 'lectric! That is a very valid point though... Oil is on the way out, there's just not enough left (and it's sad that with the tremendous gains in technology over the last century we haven't made reasonable progress to distance ourselve...
by zaxellord
Sat Feb 18, 2012 8:38 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How old is everyone on here?
Replies: 47
Views: 8275

Older than 21 :}
by zaxellord
Sat Feb 18, 2012 8:36 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: about the vibe
Replies: 29
Views: 4547

Re: (ligion)

Quote, originally posted by ligion »I hate how every add i find for a vibe says " ToyotaMatrix with pontiac logos." like its the only way to sell how good the vibe is...That's partly due to the reputation, fair or not, of GM and the Pontiac brand. Remember the Vibe came out around the sam...
by zaxellord
Fri Feb 17, 2012 2:17 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Who will be the last owner?
Replies: 24
Views: 3262

Ironically, I was thinking the same thing, but did not start the thread. How long do some of you think GenVibe will last?
by zaxellord
Thu Feb 16, 2012 10:45 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: about the vibe
Replies: 29
Views: 4547

Re: (journeyforce)

Quote, originally posted by journeyforce »The one does not give the mileage but if it is around the 80000,90000 mile range it is a good deal, I think the 2005-2008 Vibe is better looking then the 03-04 due to losing the Aztek front end look.I don't know how much windshield replacement is in Cali bu...
by zaxellord
Thu Feb 16, 2012 2:22 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: valve adjustment time?
Replies: 23
Views: 11589

Re: (mac99d)

Quote, originally posted by mac99d »Well when you figure it out let me know so I can do mine.....or I can just leave them be seems to be no probs yet.If you have access to a factory service manual (not Chilton's, Haynes etc) it has all the information you need to do the job and even includes the gr...
by zaxellord
Thu Feb 16, 2012 2:15 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Canadian Member
Replies: 13
Views: 2319

Hi and Welcome
by zaxellord
Wed Feb 15, 2012 10:41 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2005 1ZZ PCM Recall - What do dealerships generally try to pull?
Replies: 10
Views: 2575

Re: 2005 1ZZ PCM Recall - What do dealerships generally try to pull? (skimask)

Quote, originally posted by skimask »I've read bunches about the infamous PCM Recall for the no start/stalling/harsh shift/etc issues.I think it's my turn. I've had the "no start" condition happen to me 3 times in the past 2 weeks (hasn't happened to the wife yet and she's the primary dri...