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by jayoldschool
Wed Nov 15, 2017 7:00 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Stuck Bolt In Rear Knuckle Bushing AWD
Replies: 1
Views: 673

Re: Stuck Bolt In Rear Knuckle Bushing AWD

They can be tough. You may have to remove the spindle and press it out using a shop press. The other thing that might work is to use a ball joint/U joint press tool to press it out on the car if you have space. Stack spacers to support the bushing and drive the bolt through. The air chisel doesn't w...
by jayoldschool
Mon Nov 13, 2017 4:15 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Cold Morning Starting
Replies: 17
Views: 3736

Re: Cold Morning Starting

There are other posts on this forum that CAI installs have caused issues and have resulted in CEL. I remember one recently where the user finally gave up, converted the car back to stock intake plumbing and put the aftermarket intake up for sale. That's where I would start...
by jayoldschool
Mon Nov 13, 2017 6:24 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: tire spoty bald=-
Replies: 12
Views: 6495

Re: tire spoty bald=-

It will ride rough, develop cupping on the other side, and continue to hammer the bushings. Replace the shock.
by jayoldschool
Sun Nov 12, 2017 6:43 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Cold Morning Starting
Replies: 17
Views: 3736

Re: Cold Morning Starting

lol... 35F... "cold"

Get back to me when it won't start at -35C. Mine never had a problem up here...
by jayoldschool
Sat Nov 11, 2017 10:36 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: tire spoty bald=-
Replies: 12
Views: 6495

Re: tire spoty bald=-

Bad shock/strut. Guaranteed. Classic wear pattern for a tire on a corner with bad damping.
by jayoldschool
Mon Nov 06, 2017 1:27 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I've replaced the Vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 1556

Re: I've replaced the Vibe

Of course. Vibe is still at my house. It's paid for, he just doesn't have space for it right now.
by jayoldschool
Wed Oct 25, 2017 10:23 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2004 Vibe Base - Exhaust Heat Shield Fell Off After 700km...I retrieved it
Replies: 12
Views: 6578

Re: 2004 Vibe Base - Exhaust Heat Shield Fell Off After 700km...I retrieved it

Mine fell off after dragging on the way to work. I picked it up the next day. It has sat on my garage shelf for two years. The car has endured summer road trips, loaded, through mountains. Didn't catch on fire.

You'll be fine without it.
by jayoldschool
Sat Oct 21, 2017 1:07 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I've replaced the Vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 1556

I've replaced the Vibe

Decided to upgrade my daily from my 2004 Vibe. It's served me well for three and a half years, and was purchased brand new by my sister/brother in law. Hasn't been without issues, though. The C59 trans destroyed itself, so I swapped it for a C60. The oil sensor failed, leaving the light inoperative ...
by jayoldschool
Thu Oct 05, 2017 9:52 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Downloadable wiring diagram
Replies: 4
Views: 3648

Re: Downloadable wiring diagram

There isn't a "one" diagram for modern cars. Too much wiring. They are drawn by systems. What system do you need? I may be able to grab one for you, I have service software. Don't say "all of them", lol. If you need all, you need to buy a FSM (or subscribe to an online service).
by jayoldschool
Fri Sep 29, 2017 3:33 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed
Replies: 20
Views: 7096

Re: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed

Good work! You're almost done. One more thing. On your next tire change, up your size by one to 205 60 16 (from 55 series). This will bring your highway revs back down a bit, and should put your speedo right on the money. It did for me. The 60s just look better as well (and improve the ride quality)...
by jayoldschool
Fri Sep 29, 2017 1:24 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed
Replies: 20
Views: 7096

Re: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed

You swapped over the speedo gear housing, right?
by jayoldschool
Tue Sep 26, 2017 2:57 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 03's - 05's How's Your Manual Transmission doing?
Replies: 20
Views: 7324

Re: 03's - 05's How's Your Manual Transmission doing?

Replace it with a used 6 speed. I did! My 04 5 speed made it to less than 100k miles before grenading.
by jayoldschool
Mon Sep 25, 2017 6:28 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles before your fuel pump failed
Replies: 7
Views: 1673

Re: How many miles before your fuel pump failed

Option 3? Buy a pump, keep it in the glove compartment? Change on the side of the road if/when the OEM one dies? You don't have to drop the tank like on older cars.
by jayoldschool
Mon Sep 25, 2017 2:56 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed
Replies: 20
Views: 7096

Re: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed

Pop that spring clip up and off to see what the damage is and to think about possible fixes. It might be obvious when it is in your hand. The clip is one like the brake line clips, it's next to your hollow red arrow.
by jayoldschool
Sun Sep 24, 2017 7:10 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed
Replies: 20
Views: 7096

Re: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed

See if you have a local Amsoil dealer. Or, try the Lucas I'm trying on this fill. Or, check other dealers for GL4. GM carries it, Honda, Hyundai, probably others.
by jayoldschool
Thu Sep 14, 2017 4:41 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed
Replies: 20
Views: 7096

Re: 2005 Base 5-speed to 6-speed

I have done this swap. The C60 is a straight bolt in. You reuse everything from your car: shifter, cables, axles. Use your stock flywheel. Mine was in such good shape, I just left it in place, gave it a quick non-directional finish with a Roloc disc, then bolted up the almost new clutch that was inc...
by jayoldschool
Wed Aug 30, 2017 4:13 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Can't find rear axel shafts?
Replies: 3
Views: 1288

Re: Can't find rear axel shafts?

Should be able to rebuild them, I know you can for fronts.
by jayoldschool
Thu Aug 24, 2017 4:45 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Popped a CV today!
Replies: 1
Views: 1120

Popped a CV today!

After a full day of wrenching on one of my project cars, I was on the way home in the Vibe. Stopped to get a couple things, then was backing out of my parking spot. Car felt like it went to neutral. Put it in 1st, it revs, but the speedo also increased. Uh oh. Immediately, I think that I've grenaded...
by jayoldschool
Tue Aug 22, 2017 7:37 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: OBDII scanner
Replies: 9
Views: 3020

Re: OBDII scanner

Just get a used Android phone, or a cheap Android tablet at WalMart, and run Torque. Combined with a $15 Bluetooth adapter, you'll do more than a cheap scanner.
by jayoldschool
Mon Aug 21, 2017 1:55 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Vibe Battery
Replies: 15
Views: 2857

Re: Vibe Battery

Good batteries are inexpensive at Costco. I just bought a group 78, and it was $50 cheaper.
by jayoldschool
Sun Aug 20, 2017 5:51 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Help, experience, and opinions needed
Replies: 4
Views: 1527

Re: Help, experience, and opinions needed

The first diagnosis should be to remove the serpentine belt, then run the engine briefly. This will immediately tell you if the problem is internal or if it is something on the accessory drive like the tensioner/alternator/water pump etc.
by jayoldschool
Sat Aug 19, 2017 11:26 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Replacing 03 gas tank
Replies: 3
Views: 2250

Re: Replacing 03 gas tank

My 2004 has a factory plastic tank. I'd go that way, for sure. Try it yourself, if you are capable.
by jayoldschool
Wed Aug 16, 2017 10:54 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: tips for replacing brake hose?
Replies: 2
Views: 1147

Re: tips for replacing brake hose?

Crack the bleeder before to know if you need to replace the caliper/wheel cylinder (disc/drum). If it opens, you're good. YOu can get away with bleeding that corner, but it would be good to bleed them all and get fresh fluid through.
by jayoldschool
Thu Aug 10, 2017 4:10 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: buy a "clock spring"
Replies: 7
Views: 2559

Re: buy a "clock spring"

Dorman makes clock springs, I was looking at their catalog yesterday. Try their site.

Have you had your airbag recalls done?
by jayoldschool
Wed Aug 09, 2017 3:17 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Engine swap
Replies: 10
Views: 8990

Re: Engine swap

Just put an LS in it. Easy.
by jayoldschool
Wed Aug 09, 2017 7:07 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: 1st gen hitch?
Replies: 8
Views: 1912

Re: 1st gen hitch?

Picked up the hitch, it fits perfectly.
by jayoldschool
Mon Aug 07, 2017 7:50 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Total electric system shutdown
Replies: 2
Views: 1228

Re: Total electric system shutdown

Two things I have personally dealt with on my Vibe: - corrosion on battery terminal, allows small draw (dash lights/radio, etc), but will not allow big draw for starter - corroded braided connector between the solenoid and the starter. It just crumbles. You can't replace this, just buy a complete st...
by jayoldschool
Sun Aug 06, 2017 11:23 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: 1st gen hitch?
Replies: 8
Views: 1912

Re: 1st gen hitch?

Great link, thank you! I'll check my tap set for M12x1.25.
by jayoldschool
Sun Aug 06, 2017 8:11 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: 1st gen hitch?
Replies: 8
Views: 1912

Re: 1st gen hitch?

No worries, it's a used hitch. I'll just get the size from my tap if I can't find it on the Curt, Uhaul or Hidden Hitch site. I probably have bolts here that will work.
by jayoldschool
Sun Aug 06, 2017 6:46 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: 1st gen hitch?
Replies: 8
Views: 1912

Re: 1st gen hitch?

I figured they were the same after checking the Curt website, it's the same PN for both generations. Yes, my car is a salty region one, and those holes will be nasty. I've got a full tap set, so no big deal. Do you know what the bolt size is? Hopefully the hitch comes with hardware, but want to be p...
by jayoldschool
Fri Aug 04, 2017 7:13 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: 1st gen hitch?
Replies: 8
Views: 1912

1st gen hitch?

Can anyone tell me if this will fit a first gen?

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by jayoldschool
Tue Jul 25, 2017 7:53 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Mods: Your opinion
Replies: 9
Views: 3558

Re: Mods: Your opinion

And, when you change that trans, don''t put another C59 5 speed in, just get a C60 six speed from the GT/XRS. I did!
by jayoldschool
Sat Jul 22, 2017 5:31 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Mods: Your opinion
Replies: 9
Views: 3558

Re: Mods: Your opinion

Here's my advice: don't waste your money on intake/exhaust "upgrades". These cars aren't fast, they don't make much power, and those mods really won't pay off. Keep your cash ready for maintenance that it will definitely need. Brakes, sensors, steering, suspension, and...likely... A replac...
by jayoldschool
Thu Jul 20, 2017 7:08 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2003 Vibe - How Hard to Change Oil Pressure Sending Sensor Switch
Replies: 5
Views: 2260

Re: 2003 Vibe - How Hard to Change Oil Pressure Sending Sensor Switch

I changed mine with an open end wrench, I† was easy, and †ook less than five minutes.
by jayoldschool
Wed Jul 19, 2017 4:57 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Need air mattress- Please help if you can.
Replies: 4
Views: 1245

Re: Need air mattress- Please help if you can.

Measure back of Vibe. Buy mattress to fit. Buy 12v air pump. Done.
by jayoldschool
Sun Jul 16, 2017 11:41 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Pre Vibe were you a Toyota or GM person? (Or neither?)
Replies: 40
Views: 13041

Re: Pre Vibe were you a Toyota or GM person? (Or neither?)

GM. I have three classic Chevy, one Pontiac, one Cadillac. And a volt.
by jayoldschool
Tue Jul 11, 2017 3:53 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: replacing radio
Replies: 2
Views: 1098

Re: replacing radio

crutchfield.com
by jayoldschool
Sun Jul 09, 2017 11:14 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Please help with A/C problem
Replies: 14
Views: 3413

Re: Please help with A/C problem

There are cans of 134a with dye already in it. Add with your fill hose.
by jayoldschool
Sun Jul 09, 2017 7:02 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Please help with A/C problem
Replies: 14
Views: 3413

Re: Please help with A/C problem

You can get the dye at any parts store or even Wal Mart if you don't want to wait.
by jayoldschool
Fri Jun 30, 2017 7:06 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Airbag Recall Warranty?
Replies: 9
Views: 2233

Re: Airbag Recall Warranty?

You can be sure the airbag system is working because the cluster light isn't on, and there are no codes.
by jayoldschool
Fri Jun 30, 2017 2:41 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Airbag Recall Warranty?
Replies: 9
Views: 2233

Re: Airbag Recall Warranty?

So it's just the light on the right side of the dash that's on? The one for when there's weight on the passenger seat? Pop the dash apart, remove bulb, and never worry about it again. If the CLUSTER light isn't on, and there are no codes, your system is ready and working properly.
by jayoldschool
Fri Jun 30, 2017 12:19 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Airbag Recall Warranty?
Replies: 9
Views: 2233

Re: Airbag Recall Warranty?

Get it scanned with a good scanner that does airbag codes, and start trouble shooting. It will narrow the problem down to a particular circuit.
by jayoldschool
Wed Jun 07, 2017 1:05 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: bluetooth ODBII
Replies: 7
Views: 2413

Re: bluetooth ODBII

Thanks for your info. I did gas cap, and I can't see any cracks on the canister. I'll test it and the solenoid. However, I'm still getting great mileage, absolutely no difference even if I don't clear the codes for a tank. I usually take out the adapter, but I have left it in for days and haven't ha...
by jayoldschool
Mon Jun 05, 2017 1:07 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: bluetooth ODBII
Replies: 7
Views: 2413

Re: bluetooth ODBII

Yes, I use one of the ten dollar BT OBD2 connectors with Torque on my Android phone. It works perfectly. Out of curiosity, what are your evap codes/issues? I've just started getting the P0441/2/6 codes. They come back in a day or so after I clear them. I have the test procedures printed for the cani...
by jayoldschool
Sun Jun 04, 2017 6:30 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Air Conditioning/Heat not working
Replies: 2
Views: 2208

Re: Air Conditioning/Heat not working

Likely the resistor module that controls the fan. Very common, inexpensive, and easy to change.
by jayoldschool
Sun Jun 04, 2017 7:04 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Front end droning
Replies: 5
Views: 1815

Re: Front end droning

You're well overdue for wheel bearings with that mileage. Does the noise increase when you turn right or left at speed on a curve?
by jayoldschool
Sun Jun 04, 2017 7:02 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Weird Grinding Noise from Front Driver's Side Tire
Replies: 6
Views: 3006

Re: Weird Grinding Noise from Front Driver's Side Tire

Not the wheels, he was using factory wheels.
by jayoldschool
Thu May 25, 2017 5:49 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: New battery terminal clamps
Replies: 6
Views: 2360

Re: New battery terminal clamps

The water does not need to be hot, the chemical reaction happens no matter what. Yes, that will clean them, but the corrosion comes back fast. No matter what. Clean, dry, dilectric... those terminals suck.
by jayoldschool
Thu May 25, 2017 9:23 am
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: WTB C60 Transmission rebuild services
Replies: 3
Views: 1234

Re: WTB C60 Transmission rebuild services

I would immediately drop the Pennzoil and put the correct GL4 Amsoil or Redline in it. You may just find out that there is nothing wrong with your trans.