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by NUBlackshirts
Thu Jul 16, 2009 4:02 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: the most overrated band ever?
Replies: 91
Views: 50522

Re: (Wolfman213)

Quote, originally posted by Wolfman213 »it seems sublime knows some metalica history. So can you tell me where Ron McGovney falls into all of this?Just helping out those who don't know... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_McGovney
by NUBlackshirts
Wed Jul 15, 2009 1:58 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: the most overrated band ever?
Replies: 91
Views: 50522

Re: the most overrated band ever? (Sublimewind)

Quote, originally posted by Sublimewind »always have, always will, and it's progressively getting worse... Metallica WAS the ish... Ride the lightning, pure genius.. of metal... RIP Cliff B, you ARE missed.. With ya on that, brother. I saw them open for Ozzy back when they were promoting Master of ...
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Jul 14, 2009 10:40 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: the most overrated band ever?
Replies: 91
Views: 50522

Re: the most overrated band ever? (Sublimewind)

Quote, originally posted by Sublimewind »Good thing the thread isn't about the worst bands ever, JUST the most overrated.. lol.. Yeah, but these no talent hacks got a LOT of radio time back in the day. I was just explaining WHY they were OVERRATED.
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Jul 14, 2009 10:37 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: the most overrated band ever?
Replies: 91
Views: 50522

Re: (Vibe_dude)

Quote, originally posted by Vibe_dude »As far as under rated,has to be Helix......these guys are still awesome even after 30 years. Agree with that 100%. I always thought Y&T were in the same boat.
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Jul 13, 2009 7:11 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: the most overrated band ever?
Replies: 91
Views: 50522

Re: the most overrated band ever? (bodhi_tree777)

I'm going to date myself here a bit (well, maybe not as much as you guys spouting 70's bands). But here's my list of crappiest bands who got air time and publicity during the "decade of decadence" when I was livin' the life:Pretty Boy Floyd (Me and 3 drunk monkeys could make better music.)...
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Jun 26, 2009 1:08 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: They Do come in Threes - Ed, Farah, Michael
Replies: 40
Views: 6800

Re: (ToolGuy)

Quote, originally posted by ToolGuy »In the 80's, who did not own a copy of Thriller?Me.
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Jun 26, 2009 1:03 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: who's got the lowest mileage 1st gen (03-04) Vibe?
Replies: 12
Views: 2064

Re: who's got the lowest mileage 1st gen (Houston)

Wow, I thought I was doing well with 45,000 on my '04 GT.
by NUBlackshirts
Thu Jun 25, 2009 2:42 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Remake of Red Dawn!
Replies: 9
Views: 2445

Re: Remake of Red Dawn! (bodhi_tree777)

Quote, originally posted by bodhi_tree777 »Pirates? Canadians? Octomom? ROFLMAO @ Octomom! She knows how to birth an army!
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Jun 16, 2009 6:49 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Pontiac Sunfire-Based Fake Lamborghini Ends Up In Junkyard
Replies: 13
Views: 19814

Re: Pontiac Sunfire-Based Fake Lamborghini Ends Up In Junkyard (Herb)

Looks like it was made out of balsa and Bondo!Dammit. I knew we should have kept my wife's Sunfire.
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Jun 16, 2009 2:38 am
Forum: US - Northwest
Topic: Idaho cop rear ended by Viber
Replies: 6
Views: 5159

Re: (bull77)

Quote, originally posted by bull77 »wow -- he walked away with a minor injury after rear ending at speed and rolling!!buy a lotty ticket I don't think his luck was that good...he did rear-end a COP after all!
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Jun 15, 2009 10:45 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: SD card gone bad?
Replies: 13
Views: 3932

Re: (djkeev)

SD memory cards do have a finite life span. But with proper care, they should last a really long time. There are some things you can do to help your SD card live longer... http://www.abcarticledirectory...67223
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Jun 12, 2009 12:40 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: New Speakers
Replies: 22
Views: 3166

Re: New Speakers (cp_stunna_2011)

Didn't like the Pioneer's?
by NUBlackshirts
Sat Jun 06, 2009 1:28 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: anyone see any good bands so far this year?
Replies: 12
Views: 2339

Re: (lovemyraffe)

Going to see Judas Priest in August. They are doing British Steel from start to finish!
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Jun 01, 2009 6:36 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Poll: Favorite Pixar Movie - 2009 Version
Replies: 11
Views: 12516

Re: (Wolfman213)

Quote, originally posted by Wolfman213 »I guess I'm going to have to watch Wall-E now. I heard that it wsn't that great, but after reading this and seeing it's number 2, guess I'll give it a shot.Wall-E is way down on my list, it was just ok to me. My favorite is The Incredibles, followed closely b...
by NUBlackshirts
Tue May 26, 2009 1:38 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are you doing to your Vibe this weekend?
Replies: 23
Views: 3759

Re: (Sull)

Left it parked in the garage while we drove the '09 Fusion to Nebraska.
by NUBlackshirts
Fri May 22, 2009 1:27 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Happy Memorial Weekend!!! - What Ya doin'?
Replies: 14
Views: 2597

Re: (PHXLavaVibe)

Breaking in my Wife's new Ford Fusion with a road trip to Nebraska. Going to introduce our 4-week-old daughter to some of her relatives.
by NUBlackshirts
Sat May 09, 2009 12:17 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Tein Springs and Tokico Stuts installed!
Replies: 6
Views: 2200

Re: (Sublimewind)

Quote, originally posted by Sublimewind »NOICE... The Tokico HP struts, they are the stock replacement struts, yes? Like the KYB GR-2 (another stock replacement, I've owned)I'm likin the wheels to... What rubber are you thinking about? The HP's are valved a bit better than the KYB/stockers. I notic...
by NUBlackshirts
Fri May 08, 2009 3:22 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: What grade fuel are you running?
Replies: 6
Views: 1607

Re: (wyatt89)

I wish I could get 93 octane here in CO! But 91 seems to do ok in my '04 GT.
by NUBlackshirts
Sat Apr 25, 2009 2:58 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: RIP Pontiac
Replies: 26
Views: 4650

Re: (jake75)

Sad, sad day indeed. :-(Including my Vibe, our last 3 car purchases (Sunfire, Bonneville, Vibe GT) were Ponchos. But when we traded in my wife's Sunfire this time, we went Ford. Pontiac just didn't have anything we were really interested in. I love the G8, but that was out of the question for her. A...
by NUBlackshirts
Sat Apr 25, 2009 2:49 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Pics with the new rims and rubber
Replies: 20
Views: 3842

Re: Pics with the new rims and rubber (gottabstick)

Looks good! How's things in the nosebleed section though? Drop it!
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Apr 10, 2009 7:30 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: D&D Co-Creator Dies :(
Replies: 6
Views: 1561

Re: D&D Co-Creator Dies :( (tribalman)

Quote, originally posted by tribalman »how dare you. they are totally not the same! at least with my groups it's totally different. i have been playing this game since high school and i love it. just started a new campaign where i am a gnome bard in a party of 5 other halflings. haven't played bard...
by NUBlackshirts
Thu Apr 09, 2009 11:07 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: HP from CAI/SRI
Replies: 8
Views: 2098

Re: HP from CAI/SRI (rsaxman)

Both are inflated/best possible scenarios. Although the Cosmo rating is probably closer to the truth than the K&N. You will see HP gains from both. Although in the real world, the Cosmo will be better due to the fact that it draws in cooler air than the K&N. (I have the K&N.)
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Apr 07, 2009 4:37 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Dog medacine taking advise needed.
Replies: 20
Views: 4077

Re: Dog medacine taking advise needed. (K-NINE)

When I read the title, I thought, "Why are you taking dog medicine?" Too bad it's in liquid form. Solids are easy...put it inside some meat and toss it to the dog.I wonder if the supplement would be as effective if it was poured into your dog's food and mixed in?
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Apr 07, 2009 4:32 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Different 17" tires sizes used
Replies: 21
Views: 3715

Re: (vibolista)

Quote, originally posted by vibolista »Fuzion HRis are rated as a very good tire. What pressures do you run?Right now I have 36/34 front/rear. Thinking about experimenting with higher pressures to see if it helps the handling.
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Apr 07, 2009 1:54 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Different 17" tires sizes used
Replies: 21
Views: 3715

Re: (Neouka)

I'm running Fuzion HRi's right now. Been a good tire so far. Wears really well and handles decent, although I think the sidewalls are a bit softer than I like. They run pretty well through the wet stuff also.
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:43 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: chips in windshield
Replies: 8
Views: 2792

Re: (Whelan)

$700??? That seems like a lot.I went up to Safelite and got a quote online for $214+tax installed for my '04 Vibe.
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:38 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Different 17" tires sizes used
Replies: 21
Views: 3715

Re: Different 17" tires sizes used (~MRVIBE2006~)

I'm running 235/45-17's on Scion TC wheels just like you. I think if I had to do it again, I would go with a 225 width instead. I think the 235 looks a bit "pinched" on that wheel.
by NUBlackshirts
Thu Apr 02, 2009 12:45 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: chips in windshield
Replies: 8
Views: 2792

Re: (indyerf)

Quote, originally posted by indyerf »...The Vibe windshield seems a little more fragile than most....I would have to agree with that. I don't know what I got on my windshield, but I now have a ton of very fine scratches all over it. gets really annoying when driving towards the sun. Between the cra...
by NUBlackshirts
Thu Apr 02, 2009 12:41 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: need some help-craigslist
Replies: 10
Views: 2105

Re: (ramenboy...)

Quote, originally posted by ramenboy... »yeah.... seems fishy... contact craigslist and ask them to remove the ad.Or just find the ad and flag it for removal.
by NUBlackshirts
Wed Apr 01, 2009 7:26 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Would you buy a Detroit 3 product?
Replies: 24
Views: 5359

Re: Would you buy a Detroit 3 product? (michaelgt)

We just traded in my Wife's 1995 Sunfire for an '09 Ford Fusion V6 AWD. Got a great deal on it and we love the car (she really wanted the AWD). I have always been a Pontiac fan, but with her discount via her Grandfather, we couldn't beat it.Of course, if it was my car, we would have a G8 right now. ...
by NUBlackshirts
Wed Mar 25, 2009 7:29 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Chirpping!
Replies: 8
Views: 2083

Re: Chirpping! (Platinum76)

Could it be the Variable Switching Valve? I know mine was more noticeable after I installed the K&N Typhoon intake.
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Mar 23, 2009 11:42 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Rear suspension swap from AWD to GT.
Replies: 7
Views: 1709

Re: Rear suspension swap from AWD to GT. (joatmon)

The AWD rear suspension is independent, correct? Would think that would be a better setup than the base/GT torsion bar rear.
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Mar 23, 2009 11:22 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: maple keys in air filter box
Replies: 6
Views: 1562

Re: maple keys in air filter box (Raven)

A long, long time ago when I worked at Tire/Lube Express, we had a older pickup truck in for an oil change. We got it into the bay and I opened the hood. I thought I saw something move as soon as I got it open. Then the guy down in the pit started yelling about a couple of mice that jumped down on h...
by NUBlackshirts
Thu Mar 19, 2009 1:01 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Any Battlestar Galactica Fans?
Replies: 42
Views: 6195

Re: (K-NINE)

Two shows I love are going bye-bye. BG is hitting the end, and Life on Mars is getting cancelled. It's like a kick in the teeth I tell ya.
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:32 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: thinking about getting this car, need opinions..
Replies: 20
Views: 3407

Re: thinking about getting this car, need opinions.. (bodhi_tree777)

Typical areas to watch for rust in any old vehicle are the lower part of the fenders, door sills, and floorpan. I know that air-cooled VW's are designed to be easy to work on, the problem is you have to be willing to work on them. Are there any VW clubs in your area that you could ask questions/get ...
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Feb 06, 2009 2:26 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Anyone use Motorcraft 5w20 synthetic blend oil?
Replies: 23
Views: 8522

Re: (prathman)

Quote, originally posted by prathman »Toyota has also issued a notice that 5W20 is fine for the 1.8 l engines used in the older Vibes (and Corollas, Matrices, etc.) although they were originally specified to use 5W30 as shown on the filler cap and manuals.According to the TSB, it is only approved f...
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Jan 20, 2009 1:01 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Thoughts on spraying clear over decals?
Replies: 1
Views: 625

Thoughts on spraying clear over decals?

I bought some new center cap overlays from Grafxwerks to replace the ones I have had for awhile. The old ones started to peel and come apart, thus the need for replacements. What I was wondering is if putting a few coats of gloss clear paint over them would help protect them a bit more? Any thoughts...
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Jan 13, 2009 11:30 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: the watchmen release...
Replies: 8
Views: 1718

Re: the watchmen release... (NibCrom)

They showed the trailer for it when I saw Gran Torino last weekend. I'm hoping that's good news.
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Jan 12, 2009 12:55 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: What is the best movie you've seen lately?
Replies: 173
Views: 26372

Re: (NibCrom)

Quote, originally posted by NibCrom »Gran Torino.+1 on Gran Torino.
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Jan 09, 2009 6:41 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: What is the best movie you've seen lately?
Replies: 173
Views: 26372

Re: (Mavrik)

I loved the hospital in Idiocracy! "This probe goes in your ear, this one goes in your mouth, this one in your (removed)...no, wait...THIS one goes in your ear..."
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Jan 06, 2009 11:57 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What year is your Vibe?
Replies: 25
Views: 5780

Re: What year is your Vibe? (zoobernaut)

2004!!!
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Dec 16, 2008 2:12 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Whats the temperature like in your hood?
Replies: 80
Views: 8802

Re: (ramenboy...)

Much, much warmer this AM....8 degrees!
by NUBlackshirts
Tue Dec 16, 2008 2:10 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: BF Goodrich Traction T/A's
Replies: 15
Views: 2779

Re: BF Goodrich Traction T/A's (AndyLT1)

I had the Traction T/A's on my Bonneville. Improved the ride and handling quite a bit. Wet-weather traction was much better than the crappy off-brand tires I had before.
by NUBlackshirts
Mon Dec 15, 2008 1:44 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Whats the temperature like in your hood?
Replies: 80
Views: 8802

Re: Re: (AZViking)

-6 at the house. -8 at work this AM. Gotta love it!
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Dec 12, 2008 1:44 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Are "MPG-Heads" replacing "Piston Heads" ??
Replies: 28
Views: 4190

Re: Are "MPG-Heads" replacing "Piston Heads" ?? (ColonelPanic)

Quote, originally posted by ColonelPanic »Of course, for every gallon us "nerds" manage to save, someone else goes out and burns 10 by not caring. That would be me....but only for short periods of time. I'm not apologizing to anyone for being a muscle car freak. I can't wait to go home fo...
by NUBlackshirts
Wed Dec 10, 2008 11:42 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Tein S-Techs
Replies: 19
Views: 3040

Re: (Raven)

Quote, originally posted by Raven »Just over 2 inches on mine. I'd recommend Tokico struts to go with them. Much less bouncy and more compliant in bumpy corners.+1 on the Tokico struts. I had no idea they would transform the handling that much! Way better than the stock struts with the S-Techs. As ...
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Nov 28, 2008 1:38 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: 10 Cars That Damaged GM's Reputation
Replies: 16
Views: 2997

Re: (lovemyraffe)

Quote, originally posted by lovemyraffe »Proud to say I've never owned any of those.+1 on that.Gotta admit, I would take that orange Vega with the V8 shoved in it though!
by NUBlackshirts
Wed Sep 17, 2008 1:37 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: What was your first home computer?
Replies: 36
Views: 5313

Re: (jake75)

Commodore 64 here back in 1985-86.Later on, I upgraded to an Amiga 500. That system kicked a$$ for it's time.Dumped Commodore completely around 1990 when I bought my first 486/33 system.Now, running three Athlon 64 4000 systems and one Windows Home Server on an Athlon X2 3800. Not top-of-the-line sy...
by NUBlackshirts
Fri Aug 29, 2008 5:34 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Favorite Comic book hero?
Replies: 20
Views: 2329

Re: Favorite Comic book hero? (damronjr)

Quote, originally posted by damronjr »So many comics, hard to choose a favorite character, even to narrow down to an artist would be a long list of which I would have to go back and look just to see who they are! lol Luis Royo and Joseph Michael Linsner are 2 of my favorite artists, along with Stev...
by NUBlackshirts
Sun Aug 17, 2008 12:44 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Motorized bicycle rev2
Replies: 5
Views: 1209

Re: Motorized bicycle rev2 (breezd)

Quote, originally posted by breezd »+1Is that thing even safe? LOLBah! Who needs safe???