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by chas0218
Thu Sep 10, 2020 5:20 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Shaking that has me stumped
Replies: 13
Views: 3707

Re: Shaking that has me stumped

Thanks but got it figured out and installed. I was pleasantly surprised rock auto was willing to take back the wrong part. Im blown away that they wouldn't make the awd and fwd the same. Anyway the shaking is gone after almost year and half. I just can't believe there was no whine or grinding coming...
by chas0218
Wed Sep 02, 2020 9:08 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Matrix, vibe interchangeable parts
Replies: 1
Views: 1433

Matrix, vibe interchangeable parts

I'm looking for the front left (driver side) knuckle for a 2004 AWD vibe. My bearing is shot along with the knuckle. I'm basically replacing everything except the CV shaft. With 250k miles in the rust belt she is shot. So will the moog lk065 for the awd matrix fit the vibe same years it comes up for...
by chas0218
Wed Sep 02, 2020 8:21 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Shaking that has me stumped
Replies: 13
Views: 3707

Re: Shaking that has me stumped

I know this is old but the vibe didn't stop shaking but finally have it figured out. The front wheel bearing is shot. I order a new one from rock auto the whole knuckle. Thinking I was set installed it and the freaking tie rod end mounts on the bottom. My current bearing and knuckle is shot. I live ...
by chas0218
Mon Apr 22, 2019 7:49 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Shaking that has me stumped
Replies: 13
Views: 3707

Re: Shaking that has me stumped

Oh yeah. One other thing that can cause car shake is if the crankshaft comes unbalanced. Had that happen on a minivan. (One of the three vehicles I forget to list, because they were primarily driven by my wife). With the crank it should be more engine speed related I would think. You had the front ...
by chas0218
Mon Apr 22, 2019 7:12 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Shaking that has me stumped
Replies: 13
Views: 3707

Re: Shaking that has me stumped

Hey guys, I think I have it figured out. I replaced a rotted transmission mount on the top but the shaking seem to be more constant at all speeds after replacing. This makes sense after looking at the wear of the rubber against itself. I decided to give the driveshaft and CV shafts another look this...
by chas0218
Fri Mar 29, 2019 4:29 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Shaking that has me stumped
Replies: 13
Views: 3707

Re: Shaking that has me stumped

Have aluminums, and it isn't in the steering so much as the actual car. I have driven cars without balanced tires like no weights at all and that doesn't hold a candle to the amount of shaking. Not to mention it wouldn't matter whether I'm accelerating or not if it was the tires. This only happens o...
by chas0218
Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:15 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Shaking that has me stumped
Replies: 13
Views: 3707

Re: Shaking that has me stumped

No better or worse turning but the faster you go it definitely gets worse. To the point you think the front of the car is ready to fall off
by chas0218
Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:45 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1043
Views: 1414582

Re: How many miles on your Vibes?

2004 with 241k No real body rust even though it has spent 200k in upstate NY where they love the salt. The under carriage still looks mint only the components are starting to rust like solid lines and brake lines. All in all in decent shape with few issues. you probably have more rust than you thin...
by chas0218
Thu Mar 28, 2019 7:10 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1043
Views: 1414582

Re: How many miles on your Vibes?

2004 with 241k No real body rust even though it has spent 200k in upstate NY where they love the salt. The under carriage still looks mint only the components are starting to rust like solid lines and brake lines. All in all in decent shape with few issues.
by chas0218
Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:57 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Shaking that has me stumped
Replies: 13
Views: 3707

Shaking that has me stumped

Hi Everyone, It's been a while since I've needed to come on here and ask for help diagnosing a problem. I guess that's a good thing. So my car is a 2004 Pontiac Vibe AWD with 241K miles. Yes I know that is a lot of miles but this beast just won't die. Anyway, this weird shaking just started in the p...
by chas0218
Thu Oct 10, 2013 5:49 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Towing Boat
Replies: 7
Views: 1726

Re: Towing Boat

Sorry guys. It is a 2004 AWD 4speed auto. We pull our 700lbs. Jet ski without issues along with our Landscape trailer usually with our ATV (approximately 1100lbs). I would be launching the boat using my truck that I am towing the camper with. I was looking at the Mako 17' skiff it has a package weig...
by chas0218
Mon Oct 07, 2013 10:02 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Towing Boat
Replies: 7
Views: 1726

Towing Boat

I am looking to tow a boat. I see the recommended tow rating is 1500 lbs. Would 1750 total make that much of a difference? We would be hauling only the boat the rest of the gear will be in camper behind our truck. Before considering towing that kind of weight I would install a tranny cooler to ensur...
by chas0218
Wed Aug 28, 2013 5:40 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Rear coil spacer
Replies: 1
Views: 748

Rear coil spacer

I am new to the forum and was wondering if anyone has made a coil spring spacer for the rear struts? I am looking to get a little heavier spring rate. My wife and I use this car a lot commuting from our home to our fishing camp. Once the car is loaded with all of our gear and dogs it has a lot of re...