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by mspalmer
Wed Jun 01, 2011 3:48 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: R U the key(s) master
Replies: 23
Views: 5588

Re: R U the key(s) master (HawaiiPontiacLover)

I would probably win for the most keys and the most reward/discount cards. I hate them but my wife collects them like they are gold. The little fobs are just another way of people tracking what we spend and then selling the info to marketers resulting in more junk mail, spam, and telemarketer calls.
by mspalmer
Wed Jun 01, 2011 3:44 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Latest 2005 to Join the 100K mile club!
Replies: 6
Views: 1248

Re: (Cougar Vibe)

I've got about another year or so, 85,000 on my 2005 AWD. So far so good, only scheduled maintenance (except one oxygen sensor).
by mspalmer
Thu Sep 30, 2010 3:18 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: Okay, who here is responsible for this?
Replies: 16
Views: 3358

Re: (DressedInBlack)

I think Ohio is certainly possible. I'm guessing it is somebody from the Mid-West. On one of the screens I see an ad for the Big Ten network and most of the Big Ten Colleges are in that region.I love the pictures, though.
by mspalmer
Fri Apr 23, 2010 10:38 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: the electric "Vibe" -- Volt MPV5
Replies: 16
Views: 4154

the electric "Vibe" -- Volt MPV5

Volt MPV5From the front looks pretty good but the rear picture looks horrible. I am seriously thinking about a Volt in about 3 years when my niece can take my Vibe from me and it will be about time for a new car. I would consider the MPV5 if they modify the hatch area; it looks pretty bad. I would l...
by mspalmer
Thu Feb 25, 2010 10:05 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I did it...I DID IT! I HIT THE 400,000 MILE MARK ON MY 2004 VIBE!!!
Replies: 50
Views: 23777

Re: I did it...I DID IT! I HIT THE 400,000 MILE MARK ON MY 2004 VIBE!!! (joejoev)

Congratulations. I just paid off my '05 with this month's payment with only about 72,000 miles on it so it looks like I've got many more years of driving ahead of me. I'd like at least 4 or 5 more years and then I can give/sell it to my niece. If I really baby it for another 9 years my oldest child ...
by mspalmer
Mon Feb 08, 2010 5:50 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How problematic is the AWD Viscious Coupling?
Replies: 4
Views: 1765

Re: (zionzr2)

I have an '05 AWD with 65,000 miles on it and have had no problem. However, I changed the fluids in the rear transfer case and rear differential at 45,000 miles so that could only have helped. So far, I've only had 1 warranty repair (oxygen sensor) in the 5 years.
by mspalmer
Mon Oct 05, 2009 6:10 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Vibe + HIR Technology = Phillips X-treme Power Bulbs!
Replies: 103
Views: 29539

Re: (Wolfman213)

well, I've had mine in for about a week and I have to say they are definitely brighter but 80% more seems like a stretch. I'll buy them again assuming they last longer than the Silverstar Ultras that I used previously. Those didn't last much longer than the regular Silverstars.I like them but if the...
by mspalmer
Tue Sep 01, 2009 10:32 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Vibe + HIR Technology = Phillips X-treme Power Bulbs!
Replies: 103
Views: 29539

Re: (Kevzaz)

Count me in as a reviewer. I ordered both fog-lights and headlights but I have no idea how fast they will ship.
by mspalmer
Tue Jul 28, 2009 9:13 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Looking for metro-Detroit Heating and Cooling Man
Replies: 4
Views: 1862

Re: (ou.grizzly)

Thanks,We have one guy coming today at noon and I will be interested to see what is wrong with the current system and if it is costly or if we just need a new furnace.
by mspalmer
Tue Jul 28, 2009 8:59 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Looking for metro-Detroit Heating and Cooling Man
Replies: 4
Views: 1862

Re: Looking for metro-Detroit Heating and Cooling Man (keithvibe)

currently have natural gas and plan to stick with that. I was planning on using the existing chimney. We currently have a 2000 square foot colonial. We have the people my in-laws used a couple years ago and see what their quote is.Thanks for the input.
by mspalmer
Tue Jul 28, 2009 8:11 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Looking for metro-Detroit Heating and Cooling Man
Replies: 4
Views: 1862

Looking for metro-Detroit Heating and Cooling Man

Thankfully the Vibe is still going strong but I can't say the same about my air conditioner/furnace. It looks like they are on their last legs (both original from when the house was built in 1985). Anyone know any reliable contractors in Metro Detroit (Macomb County in particular)? Also, what kind o...
by mspalmer
Wed May 13, 2009 11:15 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Do you see lots of 2009 Vibes on the road?
Replies: 23
Views: 3052

Re: Do you see lots of 2009 Vibes on the road? (Eloi)

Here in metro-Detroit I'm seeing a fair number of newer Vibes but they still don't outnumber the 2003-2008 models I see around here. I see a couple every day on the way and from work. In face, I see the same dark blue one a couple times a week. It's got some nice dark tint with the weathertech vents...
by mspalmer
Fri Apr 24, 2009 9:19 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: RIP Pontiac
Replies: 26
Views: 4596

Re: (gr8vibe)

It is not official yet, so there is hope:http://freep.com/article/20090...50325from Saturday morning's Detroit Free Press
by mspalmer
Mon Apr 06, 2009 12:12 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 0% Financing
Replies: 11
Views: 2041

Re: )% Financing (abbotlex)

I just got 0% on my new Outlook about 3 weeks ago. I have a good credit score but I didn't put anything down. I was turning in a lease, so that might have been the reason.Mike
by mspalmer
Thu Apr 02, 2009 11:48 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Would you buy a Detroit 3 product?
Replies: 24
Views: 5265

Re: (ragingfish)

Just bought the Saturn Outlook 2 weeks ago. It is our third Saturn but I've also owned an S-10, Monte Carlo, Trailblazer, and Vibe so it seems I'm pretty much a GM kind of guy. Plus I live in metro-Detroit so I like to support the home team. I figure I should support the big-3 since my job indirectl...
by mspalmer
Mon Mar 23, 2009 8:47 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse?
Replies: 18
Views: 3259

Re: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse? (TraySeeLea)

No we did not get the navigation, although it would have been nice. We don't travel much outside of the tri-country Metro-Detroit area. Our usual vacation is in the Upper Penninsula at my mom/uncle's cottage where I've been going almost 40 years. If worse comes to worse I can get it on my Verizon ph...
by mspalmer
Sun Mar 22, 2009 8:45 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse?
Replies: 18
Views: 3259

Re: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse? (21Rouge)

Thanks for everybody's response. We actually picked up our new '09 Saturn Outlook XE last Thursday. So far we love it. I would have liked another AWD vehicle but I didn't want to shell out the extra cash. We get a fair amount of snow in metro Detroit but not enough where it would be absolutely neces...
by mspalmer
Tue Mar 17, 2009 7:58 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse?
Replies: 18
Views: 3259

Re: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse? (Whelan)

[QUOTE=Whelan]I always thought the Traverse was different from the Acadia and Outlook. It looks smaller to begin with.Actually the Traverse is the longest of the 4 vehicles:Traverse: 205 inOutlook: 200.7 inHeight, though:Traverse: 70.4 inOutlook: 72.8 inCurb weight is fairly comparable (both pretty ...
by mspalmer
Mon Mar 16, 2009 12:14 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse?
Replies: 18
Views: 3259

Re: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse? (21Rouge)

Why would you need Canadian incentives? It shows that you are in Hockeytown which everybody knows is Detroit Everybody in SE Michigan knows that Detroit is Hockeytown USA but obviously not Hockeytown, North America.Thanks for everybody's response. We are planning to go talk to the dealer today and s...
by mspalmer
Sun Mar 15, 2009 10:27 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Disney's "Lion King" rip-off
Replies: 9
Views: 3427

Re: Disney's "Lion King" rip-off (Herb)

I'm a huge Simpsons fan and catch most references but this one went over my head. Thanks for that piece of trivia.
by mspalmer
Sun Mar 15, 2009 7:09 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse?
Replies: 18
Views: 3259

Re: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse? (mspalmer)

Forgot to mention, still keeping my Vibe, though. It is almost paid off and haven't had any major problems with it.
by mspalmer
Sun Mar 15, 2009 7:08 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse?
Replies: 18
Views: 3259

Anybody own Acadia/Outlook/Enclave/Traverse?

Anybody own any variation of this vehicle? We're looking to replace our mini-van whose lease is about to expire. My brother has the Acadia and likes it okay but I wanted to know if anyone else has any experience with any of these. We're leaning towards the Outlook because my wife loves Saturn. I hop...
by mspalmer
Tue Feb 24, 2009 9:49 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: New O2 sensors flatlined
Replies: 33
Views: 9013

Re: New O2 sensors flatlined (realsmith)

I got my intake manifold gasket replaced about a month ago due to a CEL that I threw on the way home from work. So far, so good after it was replaced. It took about 10 days for my Pontiac dealer to get the part.mike
by mspalmer
Tue Feb 24, 2009 3:40 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: pontiac g3
Replies: 21
Views: 6516

Re: pontiac g3 (vibe11)

I don't intend to buy one but I just got a direct e-mail from Pontiac "introducing" me to the new G3. I only have $1000 or so left on the Vibe and really don't want a car payment for awhile.
by mspalmer
Tue Jan 20, 2009 9:26 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough idle and Check engine light blinking
Replies: 60
Views: 14255

Re: (2002sportside)

As a matter of fact, I did go to the dealer since it is right on my way home and I don't even know where the Toyota dealer is in Macomb County (north of Detroit). I'm sure I'm getting taken somewhat but I just want it fixed so it is running correctly. Once it comes in and I get it installed I'll let...
by mspalmer
Tue Jan 20, 2009 9:26 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Rough idle and Check engine light blinking
Replies: 55
Views: 12252

Re: (2002sportside)

As a matter of fact, I did go to the dealer since it is right on my way home and I don't even know where the Toyota dealer is in Macomb County (north of Detroit). I'm sure I'm getting taken somewhat but I just want it fixed so it is running correctly. Once it comes in and I get it installed I'll let...
by mspalmer
Mon Jan 19, 2009 6:34 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Rough idle and Check engine light blinking
Replies: 55
Views: 12252

Re: (2002sportside)

Actually my 2005 AWD fired a code on the way home from work. It turns out I have a vacuum leak and the part they need is on backorder and may take up to a month to get in stock. In the mean time I can drive it but it idles rough and I'm going to be taking a hit in mileage according to my mechanic. H...
by mspalmer
Mon Jan 19, 2009 6:34 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough idle and Check engine light blinking
Replies: 60
Views: 14255

Re: (2002sportside)

Actually my 2005 AWD fired a code on the way home from work. It turns out I have a vacuum leak and the part they need is on backorder and may take up to a month to get in stock. In the mean time I can drive it but it idles rough and I'm going to be taking a hit in mileage according to my mechanic. H...
by mspalmer
Sat Jan 10, 2009 4:29 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Michigan Roll Call
Replies: 106
Views: 43299

Re: Michigan Roll Call (ou.grizzly)

Life-long resident.from Romeo to Mt. Pleasant (college) back down to Sterling Heightsmike
by mspalmer
Thu Dec 18, 2008 8:47 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Snow!!!
Replies: 25
Views: 5795

Re: (Wolfman213)

In Detroit, we're getting hammered right now. I got up at 5:00 to blow the snow before I left for work but it hadn't started yet. As I was leaving it was starting to come down strong and it is still coming. The office here is pretty empty. I can't wait to go home and see how the AWD handles it. I've...
by mspalmer
Mon Dec 15, 2008 9:54 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Recommend a Mechanic in Northern Detroit Suburbs?
Replies: 4
Views: 1822

Re: (skylinedrifter)

The mechanics we used when I lived in Romeo was:Nightingale's Auto Tech & Tire(586) 752-451412331 31 Mile Rd, Washington, MI 48095 they are at the corner of 31 mile and van (removed). They were always fair and have been there for many, many years.mike
by mspalmer
Fri Nov 21, 2008 3:19 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: T.G.I.F!!!
Replies: 383
Views: 45077

Re: (BlueCrush)

40 minutes or so to go then the weekend. Short week next week: monday and tuesday then off for 5 days. Woo Hoo!
by mspalmer
Wed Nov 19, 2008 8:43 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Sirius XM Programming Change
Replies: 20
Views: 4041

Re: Sirius XM Programming Change (ColonelPanic)

As an XM subscriber I'm actually kind of happy about it. None of my regular channels disappeared and I got 2 of the channels that I liked most from Sirius: E-Street Radio + The Coffee House. The Coffee House and The Loft are similar (thankfully they didn't get rid of The Loft) but the Coffee House h...
by mspalmer
Thu Nov 13, 2008 8:50 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Metric System in the US
Replies: 27
Views: 4465

Re: (ou.grizzly)

Here at St. John (also in Detroit, competitor to the DMC of ou.grizzly) everything is pretty much metric. Everybody's weight is in kg and ht. in cm. All our doses are in milligrams or grams. Occasionally some docs will pull out the old school unit of measure called grains which is equal to about 64....
by mspalmer
Wed Nov 05, 2008 10:40 pm
Forum: Photography and Photoshop
Topic: How was your commute today?
Replies: 6
Views: 2000

Re: (Nelson)

very little traffic but we got one thing on the Hawaii commute:gas was $1.99/gallon which I'm sure you can't match on the islands. That is about the only advantage that I have here in Detroit.
by mspalmer
Thu Oct 16, 2008 2:44 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: windows 7 has 20 editions?!
Replies: 5
Views: 1190

Re: (SLORegal)

since I work in Detroit and live in the Detroit area, I guess I'm stuck with the Starter Edition.
by mspalmer
Tue Sep 30, 2008 8:45 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Reset for change oil indicator
Replies: 2
Views: 4134

Re: Reset for change oil indicator (alklinger)

I'm assuming it will be something like on my old trailblazer. If the info is not in the owner's manual then try:Make sure the car is off. Turn the car on (not started, but "on") and IMMEDIATELY hit the gas pedal three times. I know it sounds pretty stupid, but that's how you do it. You may...
by mspalmer
Sun Sep 28, 2008 9:30 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Its Done GT Spoiler Instaled on Base 2009 (Pics)
Replies: 18
Views: 4237

Re: (MountainMax)

I must be one of the only clueless people out there. I've seen a ton of these (on the Edge/Lexus etc) and thought they were some sort of sun visor. It never occurred to me that these were spoilers mike
by mspalmer
Sun Sep 28, 2008 9:26 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Opinions on Mazda CX-7?
Replies: 5
Views: 1646

Re: Opinions on Mazda CX-7? (Neouka)

one of my co-workers has one and let me drive it the second day he had it. I loved it but he does complain that the mileage and premium fuel has been a little bit of a disappointment. Of couse, he's kind of a cheapskate to begin with. He's happy with the vehicle besides the mileage/fuel issue.
by mspalmer
Mon Sep 08, 2008 10:04 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: MI people?
Replies: 74
Views: 24644

Re: (psiu)

I was at Providence Park last week preparing for the Grand Opening but I have a silver AWD. Didn't see many other Vibes there.
by mspalmer
Wed Jul 30, 2008 9:45 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: i'm glad it's back
Replies: 19
Views: 2552

Re: (K-NINE)

the withdrawal symptoms are just beginning to subside; the shaking is beginning to lessen.
by mspalmer
Thu Jul 03, 2008 1:18 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: What's everybody doing this weekend?
Replies: 31
Views: 4313

Re: What's everybody doing this weekend? (K-NINE)

I'm leaving at about 9:00 pm to drive from Detroit area to western part of the upper peninsula where my mom has a little place. It is about a 10 hour drive and I have a 6 year old, 4 year old, and a dog. We find it easier to drive at night due to less traffic and a whole-lot-less whining about if we...
by mspalmer
Wed Jul 02, 2008 3:54 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Vent Visors (The tinted visor that sticks to the outside of your car over the window)
Replies: 11
Views: 2553

Re: Vent Visors (Joli)

I also have the weathertech ones and love them. Somebody else loved one of my rear vents that they took it off my car. Anyway, I really recommend the front ones but the rear ones I could take or leave. The rear vents don't work as well because if you leave the windows cracked open you will still all...
by mspalmer
Sun Jun 29, 2008 12:14 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: MI people?
Replies: 74
Views: 24644

Re: MI people? (Easton091)

sterling heights here
by mspalmer
Sun Jun 22, 2008 11:58 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Best Mileage Yet
Replies: 49
Views: 11807

Re: (zionzr2)

I also forgot to mention in my post that I was traveling from Mt. Pleasant, MI to Detroit area. Those of you familiar with mid-Michigan geography will appreciate how flat it is so I was driving under the perfect conditions: flat roads, no air conditioning, just got oil changed so tire air pressure w...
by mspalmer
Sun Jun 22, 2008 5:11 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Best Mileage Yet
Replies: 49
Views: 11807

Re: Best Mileage Yet (sloth)

I got my best mileage yet as well. I have a 2005 AWD and mainly drive in the city but this past weekend I had a chance to get away for a short trip to my alma mater for a little bachelor party with some old friends. Anyway, on the way home today I left at 6:00 am and drove 2&1/2 hours home. It w...
by mspalmer
Wed Jun 18, 2008 8:33 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: FireFox 3 download *link included*
Replies: 17
Views: 2409

Re: FireFox 3 download *link included* (98ex)

I did my best to help with the record. I downloaded a copy on my desktop computer, my wife's laptop, and my work desktop. All my favorites came across as well as the url's in the tabs bar. It definitely seems faster and I like it alot.MIke
by mspalmer
Thu Jun 05, 2008 10:07 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: 2008 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Replies: 21
Views: 3273

Re: 2008 Stanley Cup Playoffs (Stang2Vibe)

The parade for the Red Wings is today and rally at Hart Plaza is expected to draw about 1 million people (which is more than the entire population of Detroit). It starts about noon and there people already heading down there when I was leaving for work at 6:00. I would have liked to have gone but it...
by mspalmer
Thu Jun 05, 2008 7:51 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Your First Car
Replies: 256
Views: 67100

Re: what was your first vehicle (darcmater)

Mine was a 1985 Chevy Monte Carlo (not the SS version unfortunately). I got in 1991 with only 23,000 miles on it. I bought it from the stereotypical little old lady who only drove it to church on Sunday. It got me through 2 college degrees including some serious commuting to school along with a coup...
by mspalmer
Sat May 24, 2008 9:57 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: 2008 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Replies: 21
Views: 3273

Re: (WaveAction)

final score: 4-0final score Tigers: 19-3final score Pistons: doesn't matter, they lost.2 out of 3 for the Detroit teams, not too bad.Hopefully the Wings continue to supply the pressure to the Pens. The Wings look pretty good right now.mike