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by colterk
Fri Aug 31, 2012 11:23 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

Doug14 wrote:Did you install custom lower grills? or just paint them? Here's what mine look like. I just painted them. 2006 same colour !
grill1.jpg
they are chrome inserts. yours look great. it really adds something nice to the front end.
by colterk
Sun Jun 24, 2012 5:33 pm
Forum: GenVibe Announcements
Topic: GenVibe.Com Header Banner Contest!
Replies: 64
Views: 26737

Re: GenVibe.Com Header Banner Contest!

Bump.

So what's happening with this? Are we just settled on what we have?
by colterk
Sun Jun 24, 2012 5:30 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: back in the saddle
Replies: 4
Views: 1170

Re: back in the saddle

I was just thinking yesterday that I hadn't seen you post in a while. Welcome back :)! Glad to hear your absence wasn't due to anything serious. Good luck adjusting to your new schedule and getting the springs and CAI on ;)! Yes, thank you! Nothing serious, thank goodness, just busy. I'm hoping to ...
by colterk
Sun Jun 24, 2012 2:34 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: When your Vibe kicks the bucket...what will you get?
Replies: 51
Views: 9994

Re: When your Vibe kicks the bucket...what will you get?

depending on child status (if i have any or not) will determine my next car, if i dont just put a new engine in the vibe. i would consider a focus for sure. or a mazda 5 sporting. and is the c max a large crossover or van or what!? very interesting.
by colterk
Sun Jun 24, 2012 2:20 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: back in the saddle
Replies: 4
Views: 1170

back in the saddle

sorry I have been MIA guys n gals. new position and hours at work have me more than occupied. i still have yet to get my lowering springs on and cai in. kind of sad. plus the weather has been horrible up here. 55 and rainy for weeks, you would hardly know its late june! hoping to get more active onc...
by colterk
Sun Jun 17, 2012 12:02 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Where can I get the monsoon sub enclosure?
Replies: 37
Views: 10842

Re: Where can I get the monsoon sub enclosure?

shanghei wrote:
bigdaddyjosh wrote:Myself and a few others on this forum have made a custom fiberglass enclosure that fits in the same location as monsoon sub.
I have a kicker comp vr 10 inch that i want to get into my car...how much did the 'build your own' end up costing you?
by colterk
Mon Jun 11, 2012 10:53 am
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: June 2012 MOTM voting thread
Replies: 8
Views: 3762

Re: June 2012 MOTM voting thread

star_deceiver wrote:And we have a winner!!!
Of by one, dang. Good job and congratulations TRB, wherever you may be, lol. =) Thanks for voting guys!
by colterk
Thu Jun 07, 2012 10:59 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Where can I get the monsoon sub enclosure?
Replies: 37
Views: 10842

Re: Where can I get the monsoon sub enclosure?

shanghei wrote:Coltrek, did you ever locate that panel?
To much avail, I did not.
by colterk
Wed Jun 06, 2012 10:43 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: OFFICIAL GENVIBE T-SHIRT VOTING
Replies: 55
Views: 10533

Re: OFFICIAL GENVIBE T-SHIRT VOTING

hotbug1776 wrote:Hmmmm, I think I would like vinyls. Not too big though. Lol
yea, how big we talkin? and color?
by colterk
Tue May 22, 2012 7:15 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: Colterk is your May 2012 VOTM!
Replies: 11
Views: 5189

Re: Colterk is your May 2012 VOTM!

Congrats on winning this prestigious title :P Enjoy it while you're in the spotlight for the next 31 days 8-) Also I love the color of your Vibe ;) Thank you, I will. I am very honored to add it to my 'achievements' And thanks, I too enjoy the color but must say Neptune or Abyss would have been my ...
by colterk
Sat May 19, 2012 3:04 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: Colterk is your May 2012 VOTM!
Replies: 11
Views: 5189

Re: Colterk is your May 2012 VOTM!

MrHatchWagon wrote:Congrats! Looks like all your hard work paid off, keep it up!
Thank you thank you. I'm afraid I won't have much more to do lol, oh well.
Vaggeto wrote:Congratulations Colterk! Awesome Work!
Much appreciated!
by colterk
Fri May 18, 2012 8:49 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: OFFICIAL GENVIBE T-SHIRT VOTING
Replies: 55
Views: 10533

Re: OFFICIAL GENVIBE T-SHIRT VOTING

J_TO_ENVY wrote:
Definitely option #6 by a landslide!
Let's get these bad boys printed!
by colterk
Thu May 17, 2012 8:32 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: Colterk is your May 2012 VOTM!
Replies: 11
Views: 5189

Re: Colterk is your May 2012 VOTM!

J_TO_ENVY wrote:Congratulations! Very well deserved! Now hurry up and get that CAI and those springs on ;)!
Haha thank you. And I know! I just need the time to. Mid shifts for ten days straight doesn't leave you with much time. I'll get em done soon.
by colterk
Tue May 15, 2012 12:25 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

I'm personally not a fan of the mid-gate spoilers on the 1st gen Vibes. I think the top spoilers alone look better. The top spoilers on the 1st gens remind me of the spoilers on the 2nd gen GTs. Ultimately it's your Vibe though and whatever you like ;). I guess I'm more considered with it being two...
by colterk
Fri May 11, 2012 10:33 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

Lowering springs are in, CAI should be here tomorrow. Will be a while before either of these get done. Work's been a little crazy to say the least, but excited nonetheless. What are your guys' thoughts on a black under window spoiler?!
by colterk
Wed May 09, 2012 11:01 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: June VOTM nomination thread
Replies: 6
Views: 3556

Re: June VOTM nomination thread

[quote="KITT222"]
So who's going to get get us started?!



Going to say Streblo and his newly lowered 03 vibe gt. looks killer.
by colterk
Tue May 08, 2012 9:23 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

J_TO_ENVY wrote:Looking good! Can't wait for even more progress pictures :D!
All in time. They are coming. =)
J_TO_ENVY wrote:Looking good! Can't wait for even more progress pictures :D!
They really do add a unique style, cheap and easy too.
by colterk
Mon May 07, 2012 8:04 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Another new Vibe owner! 2 questions
Replies: 12
Views: 2080

Re: Another new Vibe owner! 2 questions

Hi Everyone. Just bought a 2010 Silver 2.4L Vibe(32,00 miles) several months ago and am falling in love with it! My sister has a 2009--same color. I am so glad I bought this car as I think they are getting harder and harder to find. I have 2 questions. 1. The warranty will be up soon. Is there anyt...
by colterk
Mon May 07, 2012 7:58 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

Bulb replacement went well, thank you. Here is a shot of the new cover and pontiac inlay. =) Very nice! Has anyone ever gotten a custom one with genvibe.com written? I wish they would include descriptions on what color is actually in the pictures. Also, what vibe do you have? I'm not seeing it ment...
by colterk
Mon May 07, 2012 7:51 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The Cars Americans Will Not Buy
Replies: 13
Views: 2484

Re: The Cars Americans Will Not Buy

Saw this article and laughed since I own 2 on the list. I don't think most people "get" our Vibe/Matrix...it fine but hate to see them end production. http://247wallst.com/2012/05/03/the-cars-americans-will-not-buy/ very interesting read, thank you for sharing. weird that the matrix is on...
by colterk
Mon May 07, 2012 4:07 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: May 2012 VOTM VOTING thread
Replies: 4
Views: 3048

Re: May 2012 VOTM VOTING thread

KITT222 wrote:I just realized... it's a salsa red vs lava red!
Clash of the Reds. Nice. :)
by colterk
Mon May 07, 2012 11:40 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Is your Vibe used commercially?
Replies: 9
Views: 2373

Re: Is your Vibe used commercially?

I've been meaning to add roof racks and overload springs since I got it, but have managed without. Anyone else have their business name on the title? Two things i was looking at as well, so instead I went with lowering springs? Go figure. I do not use mine commercially to answer your question, but ...
by colterk
Sun May 06, 2012 10:21 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: Happy Star Wars Day!!!!!
Replies: 15
Views: 6661

Re: Happy Star Wars Day!!!!!

joatmon wrote:These aren't the Vibes you are looking for
well played. anyone wondering, the name of my vibe is star wars inspired. red leader. rogue squadron. rogue leader =D
by colterk
Sun May 06, 2012 10:15 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: BillCrittenden - 2003 AWD
Replies: 9
Views: 2278

Re: BillCrittenden - 2003 AWD

BillCrittenden wrote:The lighting on my car at night...
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Totally digging the lights in the grille. Very cool.
by colterk
Sun May 06, 2012 9:45 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: mac99d is your April VOTM!
Replies: 10
Views: 4369

Re: mac99d is your April VOTM!

Congratulations man!!
by colterk
Sun May 06, 2012 9:37 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

Bulb replacement went well, thank you.

Here is a shot of the new cover and pontiac inlay. =)

Image
by colterk
Sun May 06, 2012 1:22 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What did you do to your Vibe today?
Replies: 3701
Views: 5560725

Re: What did you do to your Vibe today?

Replaced rear bulbs. So now I can see my 'vibe' third brake light cover in full effect. Also did the reverse lights.
by colterk
Sat May 05, 2012 9:46 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

So I installed my "vibe" third brake light cover, finally had someone to push my brakes tonight, only to find out the bulbs burned out. As is one reverse light and my fog lights, GAH. Guess what I'm doing on my day off. lol
by colterk
Sat May 05, 2012 11:17 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

After the initial week or so I'm sure I will go back to conservative driving. Oh my goodness, that is way to rad, thank you so much. Really means alot to me! Yeah. After a while the "thrill" of the new sound kind of wears off and you realize that even when you accelerate normally the soun...
by colterk
Sat May 05, 2012 10:30 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Member w/2004 Vibe
Replies: 7
Views: 1550

Re: New Member w/2004 Vibe

Welcome to the forum officially. =) Lots of goodies to be found, like easter egg hunting. Enjoy and keep us informed.
by colterk
Sat May 05, 2012 10:22 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: OFFICIAL GENVIBE T-SHIRT VOTING
Replies: 55
Views: 10533

Re: OFFICIAL GENVIBE T-SHIRT VOTING

cieglo wrote:Option 3
option 6 as vote #2.
+1 from me
by colterk
Fri May 04, 2012 10:43 pm
Forum: GenVibe Announcements
Topic: GenVibe.Com Header Banner Contest!
Replies: 64
Views: 26737

Re: GenVibe.Com Header Banner Contest!

Adam24303 wrote:Here is my attempt at this contest:

Dig it!
by colterk
Fri May 04, 2012 10:50 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What did you do to your Vibe today?
Replies: 3701
Views: 5560725

Re: What did you do to your Vibe today?

Any other ideas where I can incorporate that red? I'm thinking calipers, but also brake drums maybe? Not sure where else. I'd love a top or back spoiler, but getting one my body color seems like it'd be expensive to get painted. Those wheels are clean dude. I think the gap looks fine, and they do l...
by colterk
Wed May 02, 2012 10:51 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What did you do to your Vibe today?
Replies: 3701
Views: 5560725

Re: What did you do to your Vibe today?

Monday: Tires rotated, wheel alignment, car wash and major cleanup of all door jambs etc and also vacuumed! Today: New Wheels! I've never once been interested in wheels, but there was a great deal when I got my tires rotated and went for it. Original 16" Alloy wheels are now for sale! Went wit...
by colterk
Wed May 02, 2012 8:57 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: THE GENVIBE PICTURE CHALLENGE THREAD
Replies: 533
Views: 129395

Re: Re:

I think a new challenge may need to be issued...
by colterk
Wed May 02, 2012 8:50 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: May 2012 VOTM nominations thread!
Replies: 5
Views: 3275

Re: May 2012 VOTM nominations thread!

KITT222 wrote:
J_TO_ENVY wrote:I'd like to nominate colterk. He's gotten a lot done to his Vibe in the short time he's been a member and there's plenty more to come.
Added!
Too cool. Thank you for the honor. =)
by colterk
Wed May 02, 2012 8:37 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

KITT222 wrote:
J_TO_ENVY wrote:FYI, I just nominated your Vibe for May 2012 Vibe of the Month ;)!

Congratulations colterk!

Thanks KITT, means alot to me.
by colterk
Wed May 02, 2012 8:36 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

I think it all depends on how much you like the new engine sounds :D I'm pretty positive it is something I would definitely enjoy, without a doubt, but of it decreased my mpg (averaging 29) I wouldn't be too stoked on it. If you install an intake and then stomp on the gas pedal every chance you get...
by colterk
Tue May 01, 2012 11:46 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Genvibe Meet official meet date!!!
Replies: 114
Views: 35783

Re: Genvibe Meet official meet date!!!

The Erie, Pa meet will be July 7th at Presque Isle in Erie Pa.Hope to get more planning done, but this is the big step.Now on to hotels and other things to help save every one a couple dollars here and there. I google mapped erie from nw wa, I will definitely be passing on this. 2600 miles..1 day 1...
by colterk
Tue May 01, 2012 8:54 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

MrHatchWagon wrote:
I think it all depends on how much you like the new engine sounds :D

I'm pretty positive it is something I would definitely enjoy, without a doubt, but of it decreased my mpg (averaging 29) I wouldn't be too stoked on it.
by colterk
Tue May 01, 2012 2:41 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Genvibe T-Shirt Color Choice.
Replies: 14
Views: 3641

Re: Genvibe T-Shirt Color Choice.

Bump. Where we at on this?
by colterk
Mon Apr 30, 2012 11:49 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

J_TO_ENVY wrote: If you have the chance, definitely get it ;)!
The intake he has is : Part number RD7025P. Seems legit. Good price too. Upon further research though, it has been very mixed as to whether it will increase mpg and many people say it will decrease it. Just weird, lol
by colterk
Mon Apr 30, 2012 3:57 pm
Forum: US - Northwest
Topic: Washington State Vibes
Replies: 29
Views: 29947

Re: Washington State Vibes

mkowdley wrote:
colterk wrote:Skagit Valley! We need to do a meet.
I'm in
Where you at?!
by colterk
Mon Apr 30, 2012 2:11 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: F/S 2003 Vibe parts.
Replies: 59
Views: 10761

Re: F/S 2003 Vibe parts.

Only other question is making sure it does come with the poly-bushings? And would I need any other components to mount it?
by colterk
Mon Apr 30, 2012 12:49 pm
Forum: GenVibe Announcements
Topic: GenVibe.Com Header Banner Contest!
Replies: 64
Views: 26737

Re: GenVibe.Com Header Banner Contest!

Blanco_Diablo wrote:Figured since I already offered this up for a tee design, might as well make a banner.

Image

clean and simple, i like it.
by colterk
Mon Apr 30, 2012 12:47 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: F/S 2003 Vibe parts.
Replies: 59
Views: 10761

Re: F/S 2003 Vibe parts.

Ponyota wrote:So if you are interested please post your offer on here. It'll go something like an auction, so offer what you really want to spend on the item.
85$ plus shipping on the rear sway bar? Is it used?
by colterk
Sun Apr 29, 2012 10:12 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

Any noticeable increase in MPG per chance with the intake? Yes, We have seen a steady 1-2 mpg increase on both our 2009 GTs. This was after the initial period of wanting to stomp on the gas pedal to hear the new, more aggressive sound of the engine though :). I've been talking to one of the 'newer'...
by colterk
Sun Apr 29, 2012 3:58 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 03-08 Vibe 1zz, Unichip, CAI, Tein S-Tech and more (Sale)
Replies: 7
Views: 1484

Re: 03-08 Vibe 1zz, Unichip, CAI, Tein S-Tech and more (Sale

I have the following parts currently removed and ready for sale. Injen CAI (could use a new filter) Tein S-Tech Thanks all Rick What series is the CAI? I'm looking them up so I have a ballpark on good offer. =) And what condition are the springs in? Thanks!!! Fell free to email then we can connect ...
by colterk
Sun Apr 29, 2012 12:03 am
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 03-08 Vibe 1zz, Unichip, CAI, Tein S-Tech and more (Sale)
Replies: 7
Views: 1484

Re: 03-08 Vibe 1zz, Unichip, CAI, Tein S-Tech and more (Sale

Rjonzb wrote:I have the following parts currently removed and ready for sale.

Injen CAI (could use a new filter)
Tein S-Tech



Thanks all
Rick
What series is the CAI? I'm looking them up so I have a ballpark on good offer. =)

And what condition are the springs in?

Thanks!!!
by colterk
Sat Apr 28, 2012 11:46 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)
Replies: 42
Views: 12741

Re: Gonna be a busy week for Rogue Leader (pic heavy)

I would recommend doing an intake first. Both our Vibes have intakes on them and I don't plan on doing anything with the exhausts. I prefer the more subdued sound the intake alone provides. I've had previous vehicles with exhausts and they ended up being way too loud and annoying for my liking. I a...