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by Lancer
Thu Oct 09, 2008 9:11 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Code P2716, Auto trans not shifting good
Replies: 17
Views: 22108

Re: Code P2716, Auto trans not shifting good (hammerdown)

I got a P0770 cel now and it jumps out of gear EVERY time I give it just a little gas. It's only been 2 years since the last tranny rebuild and was running perfect just befor the new engine was installed. Ever since the new engine went in, the tranny runs like crap?Thanks for the info, though! I'd l...
by Lancer
Thu Oct 09, 2008 8:41 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Moved to new house, Trying to get my deposit back.
Replies: 2
Views: 803

Moved to new house, Trying to get my deposit back.

Just got done last weekend moving to a new house. My family grew out of the old one that we were in for the last 5 1/2 years. But now we're having problems with our old landlord about the condition we left 'his' house in. And getting our deposit back. I and my wife think we did a pretty good job kee...
by Lancer
Thu Sep 11, 2008 2:53 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Replacing Supercharger Gasket
Replies: 18
Views: 3606

Re: Replacing Supercharger Gasket (Petrucci914)

Wanna comeup and do mine? I need to take off my s/c to get to the vvt-i valve. I too have been putting it off. New job, now moving to bigger house has kept me buisy. And I dread those manifold bolts!! Your ecu should adjust and give you more boost. Mine always does that when I reset the ecu. First 2...
by Lancer
Thu Sep 11, 2008 2:15 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Thinking about buying friends Pheonix
Replies: 2
Views: 890

Thinking about buying friends Pheonix

It's a 3/4 size Chinese made 125cc Honda CBR 1000 replica. Only problem is that my friend has had a hard time getting it registered at the DMV. He's asking $900 for it. I think it would be cool to use it for riding to work and tooling around town. It will go to about 65mph.There's suposed to be tons...
by Lancer
Thu Aug 14, 2008 2:47 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump =
Replies: 64
Views: 13441

Re: Updated dyno graph (beyond-redline)

Cool. I'd like to get the PnP harness. Just keeps things simple. But I won't be able to afford it for a little while. Just startd a new job and I have to dig myself out of a little dept. Maybe another month.Sublimewind,Yes, I use the old winter washer fluid for my w/i. It's got 40% methonal in it.
by Lancer
Thu Aug 14, 2008 2:35 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Considering a S/C for 2007 Vibe w/ A/T
Replies: 6
Views: 2636

Re: Considering a S/C for 2007 Vibe w/ A/T (Raven)

I have an '07 engine in my car now running with my s/c. I just transplanted the tb over from the old engine ('03). The '03 -'07 are all the same engine. The newer ones just have more emissions crap added.Also, I don't think you need a boomslang harness and e-manage. The TRD piggy back should work fi...
by Lancer
Wed Aug 13, 2008 8:54 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump =
Replies: 64
Views: 13441

Re: Updated dyno graph (beyond-redline)

That's more like it! Not bad considering the hot day. I know my s/c HATES hot days. Get's real doggy even with the w/i.Are you guys gonna put in some kind of intake? It's kinda pointless to be adding a header and highflow cat without one.How long do you think it would take to just tune the AEM FIC? ...
by Lancer
Sat Aug 09, 2008 1:26 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Considering a S/C for 2007 Vibe w/ A/T
Replies: 6
Views: 2636

Re: Considering a S/C for 2007 Vibe w/ A/T (02csnow)

Might be easier just to find a used cable throttle body. And cheaper.
by Lancer
Sat Aug 09, 2008 1:00 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: lookinb for a used 2zzge engine?
Replies: 10
Views: 2040

Re: (Raven)

You don't wanna be paying for a lotise engine. Yeah they're all the same engine, but the sportier the car, the more expensive it's gonna be.
by Lancer
Sat Aug 09, 2008 12:51 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How do you clean internal oil lines?
Replies: 6
Views: 1486

Re: How do you clean internal oil lines? (joatmon)

Quote, originally posted by joatmon »I don't know those internals, but in general, it's odd to replace the entire engine and have the same internal problem, when nobody else is having it. not sure what you mean? I never had any problem like this before with the old engine. And the vvt valve in the ...
by Lancer
Sat Aug 09, 2008 12:35 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: lookinb for a used 2zzge engine?
Replies: 10
Views: 2040

Re: lookinb for a used 2zzge engine? (liftaddict)

Check out Car-Part.com. I found mine (1zz) with only 4k miles for $800 at a local parts shop.
by Lancer
Wed Aug 06, 2008 1:27 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Working on my next vehicle
Replies: 19
Views: 2685

Re: (Jeremy96gase)

Ditto! besides, everyone has a Bimmer these days! I only see a G35 once in a blue moon.
by Lancer
Wed Aug 06, 2008 12:47 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How do you clean internal oil lines?
Replies: 6
Views: 1486

Re: (Sublimewind)

Thank's, you make a good point.
by Lancer
Wed Aug 06, 2008 12:24 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump =
Replies: 64
Views: 13441

Re: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump = (beyond-redline)

Welcome back! been wondering what happened. I feel your frustration. I just got my car back for the second time this summer. Only had it during the 4th holiday. Would it be possible to get a picture of the engine bay of the project vibe? Detailing the s/c and boost & vacuum lines.I have a celica...
by Lancer
Tue Aug 05, 2008 2:34 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How do you clean internal oil lines?
Replies: 6
Views: 1486

How do you clean internal oil lines?

Finally got the car back last week from having the tranny go out on me during the cars maiden trip after the engen swap (only took ANOTHER 3 weeks!). Just needed a good flushing and new filter. The 7th one finally fit! But, the cel is still on for the vvt valve, P1349 code. It's the same one that wa...
by Lancer
Tue Jul 15, 2008 11:02 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: Bad Day at Work
Replies: 3
Views: 1861

Re: Bad Day at Work (sloth)

My ex superisor actually did go off like that everytime he got p o'ed. Once he hid my rags I was using to block the cold (-10f) from blowing in my painting area. It bothered him everytime I tried to regulate the temp and humidity for painting. I got fed up and hid them on him, even though he had 3 g...
by Lancer
Thu Jul 10, 2008 10:27 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: (removed)! Same Hwy claims BOTH my cars! In 2 days!!!
Replies: 11
Views: 2166

Re: (removed)! Same Hwy claims BOTH my cars! In 2 days!!! (Raven)

Yeah, I know! The trooper just gave me a warning about everything he didn't like. I think he liked it when I told him that when the car is running right, it'll beat most of the mustangs out there, "I mean, at the track that is." I wish the Vue could have been totaled though. I got insuranc...
by Lancer
Thu Jul 10, 2008 10:19 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Pulls harder when cold
Replies: 10
Views: 2897

Re: (Petrucci914)

I think most of your problems are your failing tranny and/or your piggyback.Not sure what to think about the gunk on your idler pulley without seeing it. Could be the pulley or the belt.Could be like my car, it just doesn't want to play anymore and wants to be replaced with something better from the...
by Lancer
Thu Jul 10, 2008 9:46 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: (removed)! Same Hwy claims BOTH my cars! In 2 days!!!
Replies: 11
Views: 2166

(removed)! Same Hwy claims BOTH my cars! In 2 days!!!

Been trying to go to Wausau to visit my wife's niece and her new baby, and to check out the tuner shop for the Vibe. Took the Vibe on Monday afternoon cause it's supposed to be the reliable car now. First we get lost due to construction on the one Hwy we needed to be on. Turned around to find out th...
by Lancer
Mon Jun 30, 2008 9:32 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How much gap is ok for fuel injectors.
Replies: 5
Views: 1471

Well, they're in! Took about an hour cuz I had to change the wires and the plugs. I let it run for awhile, turned it off (no leaking!) then went for a couple short drives. On the way home from the last one I almost floored it, about 85%. The tires had a hard time keeping traction! Then it started bo...
by Lancer
Sun Jun 29, 2008 7:10 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: the CAI and brusherless car washes .. any worries ?
Replies: 7
Views: 1794

Re: the CAI and brusherless car washes .. any worries ? (vibebob)

Here in WI we have really strong underbody sprayers to get the salt and ice off. As long as your splash guards are on right, (those plastic tabs are always falling off!), you should be just fine.
by Lancer
Sun Jun 29, 2008 7:04 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: This could be a cool thread. What song were you listening too just before you got out of your vibe?
Replies: 42
Views: 7067

"I fell in love with a DJ (the WaWA mix) - by Che'nelle. Love that version, sounds like being at a club!
by Lancer
Sat Jun 28, 2008 7:02 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How much gap is ok for fuel injectors.
Replies: 5
Views: 1471

Re: How much gap is ok for fuel injectors. (joatmon)

Thanks for the signature fix, not sure how that happened. I had it just fine for over a year now. The file attachment thing still wont work, the picture is only 1.07mb.Went to Autozone to try to get some boots that fit better. Of course they didn't have anything for a 1zz engine. But one of the tech...
by Lancer
Sat Jun 28, 2008 6:50 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: the CAI and brusherless car washes .. any worries ?
Replies: 7
Views: 1794

Re: the CAI and brusherless car washes .. any worries ? (vibebob)

You don't have to worry about the car wash. You do have to worry about deep puddles. As long as the water level is below your fog lights you should be ok.
by Lancer
Fri Jun 27, 2008 6:27 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How much gap is ok for fuel injectors.
Replies: 5
Views: 1471

How much gap is ok for fuel injectors.

Everyone knows I got a new engine and some goodies for it installed. One of the things is some bigger fuel injectors from MWR. Got them on sale and they're always good service to me. My mechanic went to install them and was following MWR's instructions to use the stock lower rubber boot or o-ring, b...
by Lancer
Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:58 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Anyone have the top spoiler from spoilerexpress.com?
Replies: 7
Views: 1742

Re: Anyone have the top spoiler from spoilerexpress.com? (Kamikaze)

I got mine from them. I think it was $80. And it came painted and matched my car perfectly. Even if it doesn't come painted, it's still a great deal. GM wanted like $200 for the thing.
by Lancer
Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:48 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: E85
Replies: 13
Views: 4568

Re: (SLORegal)

I'm with you. I too think that e-85 is only a band aid to slow the use of arabian gas. Also heard from a few news shows that it's going to put a huge strain on food and all food prices. Sorta like the stimulus rebate check's, Looks good on paper, but it's barely a band-aid.If you want to really play...
by Lancer
Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:31 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: engine speed hunting at hot idle
Replies: 4
Views: 1531

Re: engine speed hunting at hot idle (ajconover)

You all have automatics, right?
by Lancer
Wed Jun 25, 2008 7:29 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: need new engine after 130,000km???
Replies: 27
Views: 9271

Re: need new engine after 130,000km??? (cds22)

Try car-part.com and look up corolla, vibe, and matrix engines. I found an '07 w/4000 miles on it for only $800.Then find a private mechanic that specializes in toyota's or jap. cars. Stay far away from dealerships!! They will only screw you. Then pay in cash. My mechanic knocked off almost $500 cuz...
by Lancer
Wed Jun 25, 2008 6:25 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Anyone know the status of the GM supercharger?
Replies: 25
Views: 6588

Re: (vibe Freak)

I wouldn't say that. I think I would have spent the same if not less with a turbo and have a hellofalot more power to show for it.
by Lancer
Wed Jun 25, 2008 5:53 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: New engine FINALLY in!
Replies: 10
Views: 2076

Re: (AKLGT)

Trying to clear up the problem with the MWR injectors. The recomended stock rubber donuts or o-rings that go around the tips are too big for the injectors. And I'm gonna see if the P1349 CEL will go away after its broken in a little more. After that's cleared up then I'll get the tune.I can't believ...
by Lancer
Wed Jun 25, 2008 5:08 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Scan gauge users...
Replies: 8
Views: 1948

Re: Scan gauge users... (Burns1210)

You want to see something really crazy, set one of the gauges to read mpg, then get up to highway speed and then coast for a little bit. It'll read like 150 mpg. I think your getting higher readings than normal because it probly factors in stuff like that. Every time you let off the gas your mpg wil...
by Lancer
Tue Jun 24, 2008 1:12 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: would this work on a vibe?
Replies: 1
Views: 831

Re: would this work on a vibe? (Twizted-Vibe)

A celica gt does not have a 2zz engine. The celica gt-s does. The celica gt has a 1zz (vibe base) engine. So with that said, do you think you should trust a site that makes that kind of mistake?If you find one for the 2zz, it should work, no problem.Nice car by the way!!
by Lancer
Tue Jun 24, 2008 1:03 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Anyone know the status of the GM supercharger?
Replies: 25
Views: 6588

Re: (kevera)

Quote, originally posted by kevera »Trust me,after you buy the s/c,the spending doesn't end.True fact True dat!!Very few people can install one and just leave it alone. Your always wanting more. So, does that mean that it doesn't do enough? I was gonna go the turbo route, then 'that shop' had probl...
by Lancer
Tue Jun 24, 2008 11:57 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: New engine FINALLY in!
Replies: 10
Views: 2076

New engine FINALLY in!

Only took a month, but's it's done! Also had stage 2 FI cams, valve springs and retainers installed, motor mounts, larger 380cc injectors (MWR), and the s/c and oil pan transfered. Only bad thing, stock the o-rings (from the new engine) don't fit the bigger injectors, so they were not installed. Tot...
by Lancer
Mon Jun 23, 2008 3:43 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: George Carlin dies in L.A., aged 71
Replies: 5
Views: 997

Re: George Carlin dies in L.A., aged 71 (scherry2)

I just watched his show on HBO the other day!Ya know he got arrested in Milwaukee for doing that show. The charges were laterr dropped. He sorta started the whole censorship battle.Always liked his work.
by Lancer
Thu Jun 19, 2008 5:02 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Engine Dress Up
Replies: 19
Views: 3545

Re: Engine Dress Up (Lancer)

You could try chrome paint, too. Or this one...

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by Lancer
Thu Jun 19, 2008 4:52 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Engine Dress Up
Replies: 19
Views: 3545

Re: Engine Dress Up (irishroach77)

I agree, as long as there's some color or chrome in the engine bay. I painted mine cuz the cf cover wasn't out at the time.I like what this guy did:

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by Lancer
Sat Jun 14, 2008 10:08 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump =
Replies: 64
Views: 13441

Re: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump = (kevera)

I know people have done a bypass for it saying that it gives you boost faster and better throttle responce. Never noticed the differance myself. Wonder if the AEM boost contol solenoid would take care of that issue?
by Lancer
Sat Jun 14, 2008 8:49 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Transformers 2
Replies: 49
Views: 8372

Re: (yotatrix)

Transformers 2: Revenge of the FallenBringing back the whole cast from the first movie for the June 26, 2009 release.Check out some pics here: http://videoeta.com/news/2528
by Lancer
Sat Jun 14, 2008 7:47 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump =
Replies: 64
Views: 13441

Re: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump = (Petrucci914)

Yes you still need the 'turbo' module. switches the boost on and off. And vents boost during shifting. If there's wires hooked up to the solenoid, the mod. must control it. That's my only concern about using the AEM.STILL waiting on an update from Beyond Redline and their Vibe s/c project. Seems lik...
by Lancer
Tue Jun 10, 2008 10:54 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump =
Replies: 64
Views: 13441

Re: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump = (Petrucci914)

$175/hr for tuning. Think we can get a group discount? (2 car's is a group right?)
by Lancer
Sat Jun 07, 2008 9:24 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump =
Replies: 64
Views: 13441

Re: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump = (Petrucci914)

Yeah God doesn't want my car to be finished. Nothing has ever been easy! Just a huge pain in the (removed). I got 380cc injectors (260hp). 450cc (300hp) seems a tad much for our little s/c'ers.
by Lancer
Sat Jun 07, 2008 8:36 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump =
Replies: 64
Views: 13441

Re: AEM Controller + 380cc Injectors + 190lph Fuel Pump = (beyond-redline)

Any news or updates? My car was put on hold til after Drop Fest.
by Lancer
Fri Jun 06, 2008 9:36 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Got fired today! Sorta feel goood about it! LONG!
Replies: 8
Views: 1950

Re: Got fired today! Sorta feel goood about it! LONG! (keithvibe)

The OSHA thing I thought about long ago. Only problem is that we rented the building we worked in. The holes were there before we moved in and OSHA came through a few times and didn't do anything. Not even a thing about the 'repaired' extension cord used to power the table saw, and the duct tape gua...
by Lancer
Fri Jun 06, 2008 7:07 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Got fired today! Sorta feel goood about it! LONG!
Replies: 8
Views: 1950

Got fired today! Sorta feel goood about it! LONG!

After almost 6 years of working for these [censored] idiots, I got fired/quit today.Industrial painter for a smaller metal fabrication shop (about 25-30 employees). My shop was moved across town and there were only 5 of us there. I was the only painter in a company of welders. It wasn't too bad of a...
by Lancer
Thu Jun 05, 2008 3:06 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: '04/'05 Eng. Swap
Replies: 8
Views: 1493

Re: '04/'05 Eng. Swap (BamaVibe)

I'm actually doing a swap right now (taking my shop forever to actually DO it though, he's had my car for 2 weeks now.)You can swap in any 1zzfe engine from any year and any car that uses them into your car. They all have VVT-i. And the automatics only have 4 speeds. It's hard to find a good complet...
by Lancer
Sat May 31, 2008 6:23 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Replaced Throttle Body
Replies: 2
Views: 1307

Re: Replaced Throttle Body (Petrucci914)

I'll take your old tb off your hands for ya.
by Lancer
Tue May 27, 2008 8:25 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Nice weekend at the Dells.
Replies: 3
Views: 784

Re: (audiovibe)

I'd be in for that! Minnesota is kinda far for meeting up for just a few hours.Here's the link we used to get the 'beat the clock deal'. The room we stayed in is now $170ish. We got lucky and got the 'off season' deals.http://kalahariresort.com/wi/
by Lancer
Mon May 26, 2008 2:05 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Nice weekend at the Dells.
Replies: 3
Views: 784

Nice weekend at the Dells.

My wife got the 'Beat the clock" deal at the Kalahari Resort at the Wisconsin Dells last week. One night and 2 days at thier indooe/out door waterpark for $99!We dropped my Vibe off at the shop for the engine swap (He was gonna work on it all weekend cause his wife was working too.) Got there a...