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by TireToast
Thu May 21, 2020 8:19 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2009 GT Auto, Lost power to wheels, now wont start.
Replies: 4
Views: 962

2009 GT Auto, Lost power to wheels, now wont start.

Good day, Yesterday I was traveling to work getting on the freeway on ramp. When my car went to upshift the car lost all power to the wheels but the engine rpm shot way up. The motor was running fine when I turned the car off. Now when I try to start the car the starting motor will turn at a constan...
by TireToast
Thu Aug 15, 2019 9:06 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2009 2.4 donor engine compatibility.
Replies: 5
Views: 2851

Re: 2009 2.4 donor engine compatibility.

What about sensors and the ECU. Is there any compatibility issues depending on what year the donor motor is from?
by TireToast
Thu Aug 15, 2019 5:43 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2009 2.4 donor engine compatibility.
Replies: 5
Views: 2851

Re: 2009 2.4 donor engine compatibility.

I didn't even think about the AWD being different. Thanks for bringing that up.
by TireToast
Wed Aug 14, 2019 7:07 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2009 2.4 donor engine compatibility.
Replies: 5
Views: 2851

2009 2.4 donor engine compatibility.

Good day I am replacing the engine in my '09 Vibe GT due to a spun rod bearing. I know the Toyota Matrix, Toyota Corolla, Toyota RAV4, and the Scion tC all came with the same engine but do all the cars have the same mounting points, electrical hookups, sensors, ect. Is there any other difference bet...
by TireToast
Tue Apr 09, 2019 8:06 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: OEM Vibe GT 18" wheels vs. 18" Enkei Falcons
Replies: 33
Views: 9495

Re: OEM Vibe GT 18" wheels vs. 18" Enkei Falcons

Greetings, I really like the spacing of trb's mustang wheels on the Gen 2 Vibe. I'm looking at getting a new set of rims for my 09 GT. How do I figure out what offset I would need if I wanted to run a different width wheel but have them stick out the exact same amount as the mustang rims?
by TireToast
Thu Mar 07, 2019 6:15 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Anyone Ever Have Snow Caked in Wheels Cause High Speed Vibration?
Replies: 11
Views: 2953

Re: Anyone Ever Have Snow Caked in Wheels Cause High Speed Vibration?

I sometimes have an issue with snow/ice accumulation in the wheels off my 09 GT, I have a window ice scraper that's on a long stick that I use to knock the ice out.
by TireToast
Mon Mar 04, 2019 12:15 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 09-10 GT header?
Replies: 6
Views: 2815

Re: 09-10 GT header?

How significant of an effect do you think the Megan Racing headers would have. Especially if I intend to have the ECU tunned?
by TireToast
Fri Jan 05, 2018 9:31 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: TireToast's 2009 Vibe GT | The TireToaster Mk II
Replies: 7
Views: 2292

Re: TireToast's 2009 Vibe GT | The TireToaster Mk II

Congrats on passing your exam. What made ya switch from mechanical to civil engineering.
by TireToast
Wed Dec 13, 2017 2:24 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2009 GT - No PS, ABS & Brake Light, Guages not working...
Replies: 28
Views: 7281

Re: 2009 GT - No PS, ABS & Brake Light, Guages not working...

I didn't find any history; but changed the tires, brakes, oil, plugs, battery, and had the trans pumped and refilled. A squalling serpentine led to an afternoon of "fun in the sun" replacement. I swapped out the broken-knobbed stereo with a bluetooth one. Right after that, we took the car...
by TireToast
Wed Dec 13, 2017 1:57 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: TireToast's 2009 Vibe GT | The TireToaster Mk II
Replies: 7
Views: 2292

Re: TireToast's 2009 Vibe GT | The TireToaster Mk II

Cool, I want to work in the automotive industry when I finish my degree.
by TireToast
Thu Dec 07, 2017 5:14 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: TireToast's 2009 Vibe GT | The TireToaster Mk II
Replies: 7
Views: 2292

Re: TireToast's 2009 Vibe GT | The TireToaster Mk II

Thanks for the advice, I'm trying to exercise my work connections to find a cheap set of rims for winter. I also considered getting these rims for summer and using the stock in the winter since they have some road rash and minor corrosion, but they still like so nice even with their minor flaws. P.S...
by TireToast
Thu Dec 07, 2017 4:58 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Introduce Yourself They Said, It Will Be Fun They Said.
Replies: 7
Views: 1748

Re: Introduce Yourself They Said, It Will Be Fun They Said.

I have a facebook but I rarely check it. Thanks for the warm welcome everyone.
by TireToast
Tue Dec 05, 2017 6:34 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Introduce Yourself They Said, It Will Be Fun They Said.
Replies: 7
Views: 1748

Introduce Yourself They Said, It Will Be Fun They Said.

Hi, I'm Taylor but online I go by TireToast, a tongue in cheek reference to my first car the TireToaster Mk I . I live in mid Michigan and am attending college for mechanical engineering. I also work for a company that supplies steering systems to automakers. However I have very little experience ac...
by TireToast
Tue Dec 05, 2017 6:09 pm
Forum: Testing 1..2..3
Topic: emotes
Replies: 3
Views: 2574

Re: emotes

:lol:
by TireToast
Tue Dec 05, 2017 5:57 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: TireToast's 2009 Vibe GT | The TireToaster Mk II
Replies: 7
Views: 2292

TireToast's 2009 Vibe GT | The TireToaster Mk II

Hello May I present the TireToaster Mk. II https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1SmxYAYVXiMfaZUgNL8-EuOMTvniXQzWh Better picture coming soon Purchased used November 2017 to replace the TireToaster Mk I . The car is great. No modifications of my own yet (car had aftermarket remote start when I bought it), ...