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by sideswipe29
Fri Nov 13, 2015 3:15 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Driver Side Window Liner
Replies: 8
Views: 2146

Re: Driver Side Window Liner

Jeez. 76 bucks. They sure don't make cheap but I doubt I'd be able to find it cheaper anywhere else considering the vibe is out of production.

Thank you both for the links. I'll make this one of my next projects.
by sideswipe29
Thu Nov 12, 2015 3:16 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Driver Side Window Liner
Replies: 8
Views: 2146

Driver Side Window Liner

Does anyone know where I could buy a new liner for my driver side window on my Vibe? One day over the summer I guess it was just really really hot and now the rubber liner that seals the window is all puckered. My window still closes just fine and no noticable gaps have appeared but I'd still like t...
by sideswipe29
Wed Nov 11, 2015 1:27 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

They would fit the front doors. The rears are smaller openings so thats something else. Rears are much less important If I replace my front tweeters and cones should I go ahead and replace my rear speakers though, that way I don't have better quality sound coming from the front and lesser quality s...
by sideswipe29
Tue Nov 10, 2015 5:31 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

Hey bro, I had these : http://m.visions.ca/#/home-productdetail?productId=2799&sku=TSD720C in my work van.. just rockin awesome for the money. All reviews at the time placed them in kahoots with much more expensive speakers. I only paid 100 bucks canadian and now they're discontinued I belive s...
by sideswipe29
Mon Nov 09, 2015 5:06 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

So I just deduced that my driver side tweeter is not working on my Vibe. So clearly I'll need to get that replaced and fixed before I I replace anything else. So considering I'll need to buy a new component system anyways should I buy another set of speakers to put in my rear doors or should I split...
by sideswipe29
Mon Oct 12, 2015 9:05 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

I have it set up where all of the sound goes to the rear speakers but when I've played around with the settings when I changed the balance and had some going to the front it only sounded like the sound was coming from the speakers by the mirrors. I can't hear any sound coming from the front door spe...
by sideswipe29
Mon Oct 12, 2015 3:40 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

So I've been on the forums at Crutchfield and I'm considering installing a small 8 inch sub instead of new speakers. My only concern is where to install one. I don't want to install a sub box in the cargo space because I still want to have the functionality of folding the seats down and having every...
by sideswipe29
Mon Oct 05, 2015 5:31 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

Yup thats them :D I think I paid 70 - 80 bucks :lol: Just as a side note you may want pick up the shallow mount version of these speakers. SOME Vibe owners have experienced clearance issues with the tweeters touching the door panel. Do yourself a big favor and use sound insulation, I had less bass ...
by sideswipe29
Mon Oct 05, 2015 6:24 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

I recommend Polks, but they can be a little pricey. I have the DB651 model. They are a couple of years old so im sure they have newer models by now :D http://www.amazon.com/Polk-Audio-DB651-Certified-Speakers/dp/B000P0PF9G These them? It's actually a good price. At least on Amazon. Having them inst...
by sideswipe29
Fri Oct 02, 2015 6:01 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

I upgraded in parts because I was on a budget. First came the front speakers ( they are closer to your ears ) , then the rears and finally the headunit. I would recommend speakers before the headunit, because even if you buy a great headunit you will still be playing through crappy paper speakers. ...
by sideswipe29
Fri Oct 02, 2015 3:00 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

Would buying a head unit provide better sound? I know nothing about car audio/stereos so I just thought better speakers would be enough but if a head unit would make it sound that much better I'd be willing to spend the money. If I can determine the kit I need I can start saving up my money to affor...
by sideswipe29
Thu Oct 01, 2015 9:07 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

Re: What are some good speakers?

Found this on Crutchfield

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_777P67C/So ... tml?tp=106

Would this be a good set?
by sideswipe29
Thu Oct 01, 2015 5:02 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What are some good speakers?
Replies: 21
Views: 4821

What are some good speakers?

Hello everyone. I've owned my 2003 Vibe for a little over a year now and I've been fairly empressed with the stock speakers but they've always left something to be desired. I installed a JVC KD-HDR52 stereo sortly after I got my Vibe so I would have USB connectivity so I need something more from my ...
by sideswipe29
Fri Sep 04, 2015 4:45 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

I just sent a PM to thebarber. Hopefully we can find a way to retrofit my headlights, because I don't doubt that other drivers are annoyed by my headlights even if I've angled them down. The light dispersal is still really bad without projectors and I want these headlights to be something that's adm...
by sideswipe29
Thu Sep 03, 2015 8:02 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

To understand why projector lenses are needed, or at least a better engineered housing is needed, face your headlights up against a large flat object (side of building /garage) and park about 10-15 ft back. The main light pattern should be a large rectangle, cutting off vertically at least by the h...
by sideswipe29
Wed Sep 02, 2015 4:36 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

https://www.facebook.com/kitchenerHID https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/11701227_817008995061247_1230969526112216930_n.jpg?oh=e4577326bc4168db2ff167eb038be8b4&oe=566100E4 While I appreciate the link it doesn't really do me any good without an explanation. Ontario is a f...
by sideswipe29
Tue Sep 01, 2015 4:37 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

Also what is projector? Without a projector housing inside the light assembly, the light is not as well focussed so the brighter light can annoy people. Even if you aim the headlights down, you are still going to spread light, rather than project it focussed, which is important. With the signs glow...
by sideswipe29
Mon Aug 31, 2015 8:06 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

Okay, I need help on how to angle my headlights down. I can't figure out how to do it. They seem stuck in this position. I've had a few people flash at me but my main problem is that I illuminate road signs that are 50 feet in front of me and I feel the headlights are way too high. Someone tell me h...
by sideswipe29
Mon Aug 24, 2015 2:55 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

Nice job ! Post some underhood pics. Have you had oncoming cars flash you ? I have read that HIDs produce glare in halogen housings. Here are some pictures of what's under the hood. http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r487/StKp88/20150824_181000_zpsrrwwt4zk.jpg This is one of the ballasts that I 3m...
by sideswipe29
Sun Aug 23, 2015 4:02 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Your Vibe's name
Replies: 29
Views: 9687

Re: Your Vibe's name

I've named my vibe Chromia in refference to the Transformer from the old G1 cartoon. http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r487/StKp88/Chronia_vehicle_zpsajxuxdyc.jpg http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r487/StKp88/250px-TSFAT_Chromia_robot_zpskjbxxbtc.jpg I've loved Transformers since I was 4 and I t...
by sideswipe29
Sun Aug 23, 2015 3:44 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

Update: Just installed my headlights. My car looks so good now. Here are the pictures http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r487/StKp88/20150823_183337_zpsotqw35rp.jpg http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r487/StKp88/20150823_183345_zpsxugtmdsa.jpg Here's the results of the Sylvania headlight restorsti...
by sideswipe29
Sat Aug 22, 2015 11:48 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

Hey everyone. I know it's been a while since I've posted here, the summer really got away from me. However, today my dad and I applied the Sylvania Restoration kit to my headlights. I unfortunately forgot to take any "before" pictures before we started the process but I will post the resul...
by sideswipe29
Thu Jul 02, 2015 8:17 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Member Introduction
Replies: 6
Views: 1228

Re: New Member Introduction

Welcome! That is a really nice looking Neptune you got there! Sounds like your parents got you a good low mileage example. As you know, the Vibe is a really great car for a lot of people. We bought my son his car when he was 17 and it is still running great 7 years later with 75K miles. I drove it ...
by sideswipe29
Mon Jun 29, 2015 5:08 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Member Introduction
Replies: 6
Views: 1228

New Member Introduction

Hello GenVibe community, as a new member I figure I should introduce myself, so my name is Stephen or Sideswipe29 if you go by my username. I'm 17 years old and live in Michigan and own a 2003 Pontiac Vibe. Being a busy teenager I needed a car to get around and last year my parents and I looked into...
by sideswipe29
Sun Jun 28, 2015 4:06 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

Welcome to GenVibe! That's a mighty nice looking two tone Neptune Vibe you've got there ;)! Everyone else has pretty much covered everything, but another good thing to use to secure the ballasts for HIDs is double sided tape. Walmart sells 3M Extra Strength Moulding Tape that works really well. It'...
by sideswipe29
Tue Jun 23, 2015 9:54 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

So will the ballast just hang loose under the hood even after it's plugged into the electrical built into my car? That doesn't seem secure. You secure it to something, basically zip tie it, or whatever you can dream up- some outfits might sell brackets and other accesories. They are light weight an...
by sideswipe29
Mon Jun 22, 2015 1:51 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

So will the ballast just hang loose under the hood even after it's plugged into the electrical built into my car? That doesn't seem secure.
by sideswipe29
Sat Jun 20, 2015 7:47 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

Re: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

Good tip on using latex gloves. That will certainly make the job easier.

So after watching the Youtube video I have a general question: When I install the HID bulbs will I not need to use the electrical cord on my Vibe but rather plug the ballast into my battery?
by sideswipe29
Tue Jun 16, 2015 7:05 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe
Replies: 30
Views: 5663

LED vs HID Headlights on 2003 Vibe

Hello Genvibe forums. I'm new to the forums and this is my first post. I own a 2003 Pontiac Vibe and I have some questions about changing the headlights. While the stock halogens aren't bad I want to update my car and just make it look better. I really dislike the yellow glow that the halogens give ...