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by Wingnut
Fri Mar 07, 2014 5:03 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Wingnuts Vibe for sale.
Replies: 3
Views: 1003

Re: Wingnuts Vibe for sale.

I have had 5 calls in the past hour about it. I love this car. It was a great car but I've got 3 other vehicles now and one has become a project car which is easier and cheaper to get parts for. I bought my vibe brand new and it served it's purpose. Now it will make someone else happy once the trans...
by Wingnut
Fri Mar 07, 2014 3:57 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Wingnuts Vibe for sale.
Replies: 3
Views: 1003

Wingnuts Vibe for sale.

Sad but I don't have any time for it anymore.

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by Wingnut
Mon Sep 10, 2012 2:44 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

Very nice actually. 8-)

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I LOVE THIS CAR!!! :shock:
by Wingnut
Mon Sep 10, 2012 1:31 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

Here are the pictures I took. http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p493/wingnut1222/9-10-12phonepics196.jpg http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p493/wingnut1222/9-10-12phonepics198.jpg http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p493/wingnut1222/9-10-12phonepics190.jpg http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p49...
by Wingnut
Sun Sep 09, 2012 8:23 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

Mine came off with no problem. Just peeled it off and wiped it down. 8-)
by Wingnut
Sun Sep 09, 2012 12:46 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

You blew a hole in the rim?!! :shock:
by Wingnut
Sun Sep 09, 2012 12:46 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Flat tire & majorly damaged wheel :(
Replies: 41
Views: 16216

Re: Flat tire & majorly damaged wheel :(

lol!!! That sucks!!
by Wingnut
Sun Sep 09, 2012 12:26 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

What thread?
by Wingnut
Sun Sep 09, 2012 12:03 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

Rim was fine but there was no saving that tire. You should have heard it when it popped. It sounded like a shot gun going off. Scared the h e ll out of me, the wife and the poor older couple next to us. :lol: Oh well.... It's only money right? :cry:
by Wingnut
Sun Sep 09, 2012 11:45 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

Remember how I was telling my wife that every time we go out it turns into a $100.00 night? That number went to $250.00 today. :cry:
by Wingnut
Sun Sep 09, 2012 11:43 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

Yes it was raining but I found a gas station to pull into to change it. I'll post the pictures when I find my phones data cable. :roll:
by Wingnut
Sun Sep 09, 2012 10:13 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4711

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

I've got some pics but I have to get them off my phone. I'll post them soon. By the way... Guess who got a flat tire last night in Yorkville. :lol: This guy. Hit a pot hole and blew the whole side of the tire out. Took me 20 minutes to change it because I had to disconnect my system to get to the ti...
by Wingnut
Sat Sep 08, 2012 8:13 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22134

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

I don't know about everyone else but I had a great time!! 8-)
by Wingnut
Sat Sep 08, 2012 10:18 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22134

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

I just got ready to start cleaning the Vibe. :lol:
by Wingnut
Thu Sep 06, 2012 4:24 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22134

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

Oh.. by the way. It will probably be myself, wife and son. :)
by Wingnut
Tue Sep 04, 2012 4:46 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22134

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

Sounds good to me. It's what every one else decides to do.
by Wingnut
Tue Sep 04, 2012 4:38 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22134

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

I've been working 7 days a week lately. I'll be there but haven't had time to do anything but drive the hell out of my vibe. :cry:
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 11:48 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: NO AUDIO FROM SPEAKERS
Replies: 1
Views: 873

Re: NO AUDIO FROM SPEAKERS

Amplified system? Check your factory amp fuse.
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 11:32 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: DVibe - 2003 Vibe GT
Replies: 38
Views: 11864

Re: DVibe - 2003 Vibe GT

There is a print shop down the street from me that sells rolls of it pretty cheap. I looked into doing my roof rack, wings, side mirrors and maybe a set of vent shades but I just haven't had time. I've got a few other projects going on right now and I've decided to not do anything until next spring....
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 10:28 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Wingnuts 04' Vibe
Replies: 13
Views: 3785

Re: Wingnuts 04' Vibe

Anything is possible with the right box. I've seen 4 12's from Radio Shack in a nice box sound better then a high end set up.
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 10:20 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My vibe is totalled...
Replies: 28
Views: 4318

Re: My vibe is totalled...

Damn.... Your lucky to be alive. That speaks a lot about the Vibe. :cry:
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 10:17 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread
Replies: 1661
Views: 1527520

Re: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread

$4.12 here today.
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 10:16 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: DVibe - 2003 Vibe GT
Replies: 38
Views: 11864

Re: DVibe - 2003 Vibe GT

Yeah I looked into it and they would only warranty for 2 years and it costs almost $3,000.00 to do it. At that price I could have a buddy repaint it for me. :lol:
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 10:13 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: odometer stuck at 299,999 How to fix?
Replies: 116
Views: 70841

Re: odometer stuck at 299,999 How to fix?

In both automakers defense unscrupulous people was one of the reasons for the switch to digital odometers to try to cut down on fraud, For the odo reading to only 299,999 miles or km, maybe both companies felt that this was a hint it was time for a new car. New cars are what keep automakers in busi...
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 10:09 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Cold Air intake or Short ram?
Replies: 32
Views: 10070

Re: Cold Air intake or Short ram?

You're supposed t wash the filter, let it dry fully, re-oil then let that set...I'm not sure how a shop could get that all done uneven a day....sounds sketchy[/quote] Something very similar happened to me one day with my truck. I needed an oil change and went to a Walmart and the guy (while I was in...
by Wingnut
Thu Aug 30, 2012 9:56 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: DVibe - 2003 Vibe GT
Replies: 38
Views: 11864

Re: DVibe - 2003 Vibe GT

:shock: How is that sticking in those tight corners? THAT LOOKS AWESOME! I had an idea a while back and posted it on here about wrapping the entire car in it. :lol: Would cost a ton though.
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 28, 2012 5:07 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: DVibe - 2003 Vibe GT
Replies: 38
Views: 11864

Re: DVibe - 2003 Vibe GT

Very nice Vibe!! Must have been a nightmare stretching that carbon fiber around those small parts.
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 28, 2012 5:04 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New to Vibes, Picking up 04 GT
Replies: 14
Views: 2368

Re: New to Vibes, Picking up 04 GT

Welcome to Genvibe!
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 28, 2012 4:58 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Newb 08 Vibe
Replies: 9
Views: 1923

Re: Newb 08 Vibe

I have a 04' base 5 speed and all I have had an issue with is a clutch. Still not bad for over 120K before it needed changed. :lol:
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 28, 2012 4:10 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 16's or 17's Which wheel size is best for a Vibe? Why?
Replies: 9
Views: 2705

Re: 16's or 17's Which wheel size is best for a Vibe? Why?

Depends on how you drive. I drive like I stole it so I went with 18's and low profile tires for the summer and factory wheels and good snow tires for the winter.
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 28, 2012 4:05 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: ajflan-2003 base vibe
Replies: 108
Views: 38106

Re: ajflan-2003 base vibe

It's been 2 years since someone posted on this but... I LOVE THAT LOOK! :shock: I was going for something very similar when we bought our 04' with the wings and oem body kit. This car looks very sharp and clean. I give this vibe a 9! I especially love that (where ever you live in the U.S. now) you d...
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 28, 2012 8:56 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: odometer stuck at 299,999 How to fix?
Replies: 116
Views: 70841

Re: odometer stuck at 299,999 How to fix?

THATS INSANE MILEAGE!!! GZ!!! Be happy it doesn't go any higher. :shock:
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 28, 2012 8:53 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Fiber Optic Stars in Headliner. What?!? True Story.
Replies: 14
Views: 5238

Re: Fiber Optic Stars in Headliner. What?!? True Story.

They sell a module that will make them blink to the beat. You just need RCA wires to hook to the module. 8-)
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 4:14 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22134

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

I hope everyone thinks about it that way. :D It won't look horrible, just bad. :cry:
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 3:44 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22134

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

Will look ugly but I more then look forward to meeting you and everyone else! 8-)
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 2:34 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread
Replies: 1661
Views: 1527520

Re: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread

$4.26 where I went today! :evil: I call shenanigans! :twisted:
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:58 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: GVC Banner Voting
Replies: 21
Views: 8853

Re: GVC Banner Voting

Awesome! :)
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:52 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: First Car 2006 Pontiac Vibe
Replies: 12
Views: 1821

Re: First Car 2006 Pontiac Vibe

Welcome!! I would have loved to have my Vibe as my first car! Little bid of mods, little wax here, little there.... Nicest looking car in the parking lot! :shock:
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:50 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: nooooob from GA
Replies: 12
Views: 2288

Re: nooooob from GA

As far as the clicking- I'm sure you have found that post on here. Helped me to. Just did mine and I can tell you that it took a bit longer then I thought but needed to be done. My wife thought one day that some animal had gotten into the car when she heard the clicking. :lol: If you don't have time...
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:42 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Tampa Bay Newbie
Replies: 6
Views: 1480

Re: Tampa Bay Newbie

Welcome to the forum!
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:41 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New to the forms :)
Replies: 8
Views: 1411

Re: New to the forms :)

Nice Vibe and welcome to the forums! :)
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:34 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Fiber Optic Stars in Headliner. What?!? True Story.
Replies: 14
Views: 5238

Re: Fiber Optic Stars in Headliner. What?!? True Story.

That's awesome! Have you got them to blink to the beat on the sound system? 8-)
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:32 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Salvage Yard Score
Replies: 2
Views: 848

Re: Salvage Yard Score

Not bad! :)
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:27 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22134

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

Sorry it took so long to get back to everyone. Things have been very busy lately. :( This meet sounds fun! I will be there but please don't look to close to my vibe. I've been using it for work. I will clean it up but the front lower ground effects are still busted. :cry: I'm embarrased to even show...
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 21, 2012 12:32 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: dgekiere 2003 Vibe GT Rally Car
Replies: 98
Views: 51077

Re: dgekiere 2003 Vibe GT Rally Car

LOL!
by Wingnut
Wed Aug 15, 2012 9:16 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Cold Air intake or Short ram?
Replies: 32
Views: 10070

Re: Cold Air intake or Short ram?

CAI... 8-)
by Wingnut
Wed Aug 15, 2012 8:53 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: dgekiere 2003 Vibe GT Rally Car
Replies: 98
Views: 51077

Re: dgekiere 2003 Vibe GT Rally Car

Ok.... Saw you talking on Facebook and now I've seen why you have a roll cage. I'm definitely going to follow this page! :shock: Your a rally racer and I love what you have done! :shock: What motor mods have you done? :ugeek:
by Wingnut
Wed Aug 15, 2012 12:17 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Wifes mad at me... Bought stuff to upgrade my stereo again.
Replies: 11
Views: 2516

Re: Wifes mad at me... Bought stuff to upgrade my stereo aga

Dynamat is designed to stiffen up the metal and prevent rattles.
by Wingnut
Tue Aug 14, 2012 8:32 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: the kid meets his older brother
Replies: 2
Views: 667

Re: the kid meets his older brother

J_TO_ENVY wrote:Nice looking Vibes in the best color :D!
I agree!!