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by Misanthrope
Mon Apr 22, 2019 5:59 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Shifter Cables Source
Replies: 8
Views: 1995

Re: Shifter Cables Source

Roger that.
8-)
by Misanthrope
Fri Apr 19, 2019 11:41 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Shifter Cables Source
Replies: 8
Views: 1995

Re: Shifter Cables Source

The cable is on its way from the Maryland dealership. According to them, it's the last one in the country. I wouldn't doubt that. I'll try to take them to Toyota and see if i can get the corresponding part number for the Vibe community. Wish me luck! Thanks for the help folks! You guys are better th...
by Misanthrope
Thu Apr 18, 2019 11:37 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Shifter Cables Source
Replies: 8
Views: 1995

Re: Shifter Cables Source

Oh, none of the parts places like Autozone, O'Reilly's, etc have them. No online sites either. If I'm lucky enough to get the GM part from Maryland, I'll use it to compare when I go to Toyota.
Forgive my typos. I'm out and also frustrated.
by Misanthrope
Thu Apr 18, 2019 11:34 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Shifter Cables Source
Replies: 8
Views: 1995

Re: Shifter Cables Source

No. The base model 5 speed uses a different part. I found the last one at a dealership in Maryland and am working on getting it now. GM no longer makes them. Once i get them, I'll go to a Toyota dealer and see if i can find the same part. I'll post up that number once i get it. I was hoping someone ...
by Misanthrope
Thu Apr 18, 2019 10:46 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Shifter Cables Source
Replies: 8
Views: 1995

Shifter Cables Source

Hello members. One of my shifter cables broke, and I'm looking for replacements. It seems as if GM no longer makes them. This is for a 2009 GT with the 5 speed manual. Several online GM warehouses came back with unable to find responses. Any ideas? I haven't tried a "stealership" yet. Othe...
by Misanthrope
Tue Jan 16, 2018 6:53 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray
Replies: 13
Views: 2641

Re: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray

This sight has already helped tremendously. Facebook, meh... :)
by Misanthrope
Tue Jan 16, 2018 6:49 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill
Replies: 9
Views: 1861

Re: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill

Sigh, The idiots don't know the difference between a GT and base model apparently. IDIOTS Boy have I run across too many of these people lately. :x :lol: :lol: :lol: To add insult to injury, they wouldn't reimburse me for my return shipping costs. Whatever happened to consumer rights? :roll: OH wel...
by Misanthrope
Tue Jan 16, 2018 6:35 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2009 Vibe - CEL and Rough Idle
Replies: 9
Views: 2443

Re: 2009 Vibe - CEL and Rough Idle

Update: My mechanic diagnosed the faulty ignition coil which has been replaced. However, when we started the car up, the battery light now comes on and goes away after a few seconds. He's going to take the alternator and battery to get them tested and also change the battery connectors for me since...
by Misanthrope
Tue Jan 16, 2018 6:30 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Oil Light On And Noise From Top Of Motor
Replies: 13
Views: 3839

Re: Oil Light On And Noise From Top Of Motor

jolt wrote:What was it plugged with and where did the stuff come from? Did you replace the pickup tube? Did you have to clean the oil control valve filters in the cylinder head too?

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
That's just what I was thinking. ;)
by Misanthrope
Tue Jan 16, 2018 6:19 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Vibe meet up
Replies: 8
Views: 3411

Re: Vibe meet up

Caretaker wrote:That's OK. Joatmon and I are now in our 15th season here and we'll be here to answer your questions up until the lights go out and the wrecking ball arrives.

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Misanthrope
Tue Jan 16, 2018 6:09 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How do I add transmission fluid without dipstick
Replies: 6
Views: 3591

Re: How do I add transmission fluid without dipstick

If I am assuming correctly, the fill hole is on the side of the tranny. If you added fluid there until it begins to leak out of the same hole, you are good. As suggested, you should probably have changed it completely if you have high mileage. The shops check by removing the fill hole bolt, and basi...
by Misanthrope
Tue Jan 16, 2018 5:57 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Jayveezy's 2004 Pontiac Vibe
Replies: 7
Views: 4005

Re: Jayveezy's 2004 Pontiac Vibe

That's a good looking 1st Gen.

Welcome aboard! :)

Are you going to buy your wheels before you lower it again?

Can't wait to see it.
by Misanthrope
Wed Jan 10, 2018 4:29 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill
Replies: 9
Views: 1861

Re: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill

Sigh,
The idiots don't know the difference between a GT and base model apparently.

Wrong grille.

Still looking folks!

Carrie, we celebrated too soon. :lol:
by Misanthrope
Wed Jan 10, 2018 4:27 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: It's not looking good...
Replies: 12
Views: 2272

Re: It's not looking good...

vibrologist wrote:Don't pull off too much because legally it belongs tot he insurance company.

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
This
by Misanthrope
Wed Jan 10, 2018 4:24 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: It's not looking good...
Replies: 12
Views: 2272

Re: It's not looking good...

That sucks. :(

Hope you're ok.
by Misanthrope
Fri Jan 05, 2018 1:55 am
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill
Replies: 9
Views: 1861

Re: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill

vibenvy wrote:
Misanthrope wrote:The link you posted shows some promise. I'll let you know on Thursday how it works out.

Merry Christmas to you, and thanks!!!
You're welcome! Hope you had a great Christmas and Happy New Year!


Grille ordered and on the way.


Thanks Carrie. Awesome work. :D
by Misanthrope
Sat Dec 30, 2017 3:55 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT
Replies: 114
Views: 75819

Re: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT

What an amazing chain of events.

Great job Carrie.
by Misanthrope
Tue Dec 26, 2017 9:08 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Misanthrope's Toys
Replies: 1
Views: 1928

Misanthrope's Toys

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by Misanthrope
Tue Dec 26, 2017 2:40 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Fidanza Flywheel Replacement Pressure Plate
Replies: 1
Views: 874

Re: Fidanza Flywheel Replacement Pressure Plate

Havery you checked the fidanza website? What year car and size engine?
When I needed one for my Mustang, I got the part number from the fidanza websire, and ordered it from Summit Racing.
by Misanthrope
Mon Dec 25, 2017 4:31 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Tis the Season, y'all!
Replies: 5
Views: 1353

Re: Tis the Season, y'all!

Merry Christmas Gen Vibe!
8-)

I'll have to do that next year.
by Misanthrope
Mon Dec 25, 2017 4:28 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill
Replies: 9
Views: 1861

Re: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill

vibenvy wrote:car-part.com

FWIW, the GM part number is 88975669, but it's been discontinued.
The link you posted shows some promise. I'll let you know on Thursday how it works out.

Merry Christmas to you, and thanks!!!
by Misanthrope
Mon Dec 25, 2017 4:19 pm
Forum: Testing 1..2..3
Topic: Misanthrope thread school
Replies: 3
Views: 3065

Re: Misanthrope thread school

Nice! Since we're car w/dog thread. Here's one I had sitting around. Had a better one with all 3 cars and 2 dogs but can't find. :( https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/jMagwBi-MaanRsX2doPMwc6HKEN9J-N1Y1-UFWBZ53iU1UE8l02MbkxvwJe7nqpOzdUdnEvoEhANgm7N0WmaTPCU6CEOUrgW11QyRt20YQpn4omZ2DNbmDaRnqciXh_Uu7ndG...
by Misanthrope
Mon Dec 25, 2017 4:15 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray
Replies: 13
Views: 2641

Re: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray

ehoff121 wrote:Welcome to genvibe!

Don't be too upset about the price- after 5 years, the difference will average out to pennies a day...
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

After reading the about the longevity of these cars, I'm already there.

Thanks gents.
by Misanthrope
Sun Dec 24, 2017 3:53 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray
Replies: 13
Views: 2641

Re: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray

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I'll post up more.
by Misanthrope
Sun Dec 24, 2017 3:49 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray
Replies: 13
Views: 2641

Re: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray

"I am quite sure it applies. Only it's easier because the screws are not covered as they are in the Avalon." The link you posted led me to the one I posted lol. Thanks again for all the help. Oh, my car has the rubber flex covers. As soon as I saw the video figured that it would probably b...
by Misanthrope
Sun Dec 24, 2017 3:43 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray
Replies: 13
Views: 2641

Re: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray

Welcome to GenVibe! Great to have another 2nd gen (2009-2010) GT owner join the ranks! The sunroof glass is super easy to replace. There's 4 torx screws (1 in each corner). Simply remove them and push the glass up and out. I would highly recommend removing the rubber seal on the new glass and paint...
by Misanthrope
Sat Dec 23, 2017 3:58 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill
Replies: 9
Views: 1861

WTB 2009 GT Lower Center Grill

My car was used as a Toad or 5th wheel and the grill is hacked to accommodate the mount. Need a new one or a good used one and can't find it anywhere. :evil:
Any help is appreciated.
by Misanthrope
Sat Dec 23, 2017 3:35 pm
Forum: Testing 1..2..3
Topic: i like cats
Replies: 5
Views: 3549

Re: i like cats

joatmon wrote:I seem to have a cat allergy. I prefer dogs but am currently petless
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Cat sized dogs are great...
by Misanthrope
Sat Dec 23, 2017 3:32 pm
Forum: Testing 1..2..3
Topic: Misanthrope thread school
Replies: 3
Views: 3065

Misanthrope thread school

:arrow:

https://youtu.be/r6oagCg5ZcE



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by Misanthrope
Sat Dec 23, 2017 3:20 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Got Sacammed on a Vibe, now i have to live with it
Replies: 14
Views: 3199

Re: Got Sacammed on a Vibe, now i have to live with it

The price you paid isn't horrible actually. Since it appears to be mechanically sound, don't sweat it. After reading the reviews on vibes, I'm convinced that theses cars are little gems. Kind of like VW beetles, or old 80's Corollas. Proper maintenance and you'll get much useage. Hey, I actually le...
by Misanthrope
Sat Dec 23, 2017 3:16 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray
Replies: 13
Views: 2641

Re: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray

This video might help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saVM0NlBmmc I suggest to look for more Toyota and Lexus sun roof/moon roof videos. They should all be very similar. That's a great video on how to "clean" the mechanism. This is more like what I was looking for. I'll have to verify if...
by Misanthrope
Fri Dec 22, 2017 3:31 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray
Replies: 13
Views: 2641

Re: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray

I paid 8500 plus some tax(unavoidable) and dealer fees(which I would've negotiated down). I missed a few things like the center splash guard being heavily damaged and held in place with rusty bolts ant literally bailing wire. Right wheel well splash guard chewed up with a hole exposing the washer bo...
by Misanthrope
Fri Dec 22, 2017 12:30 am
Forum: US - Southeast
Topic: Charlotte Area
Replies: 2
Views: 4738

Re: Charlotte Area

I'm in Charlotte until Saturday (December 23rd) morning. I come up from the Melbourne Florida area to see my daughter and grandkids frequently. I'll message you the next time I come up.
by Misanthrope
Fri Dec 22, 2017 12:24 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Russki1990 2009 vibe GT manual
Replies: 32
Views: 11986

Re: Russki1990 2009 vibe GT manual

Thinking about it myself. But I may buy some aftermarket 18''s with the offset built in. It seems like matrix owners do more mods than vibe owners. You ever check out their forums? Like the mods BTW. You got the last short throw shift "kit". Can't find it anywhere but did find a true metal...
by Misanthrope
Thu Dec 21, 2017 11:35 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1043
Views: 1415632

Re: How many miles on your Vibes?

I just bought my 09 GT manual with like 48700. It was a TOAD (towed behind an RV) so the actual chassis mileage is probably about 10k more. Just turned over 50k after 3 weeks of ownership but I'm currently in Charlotte NC on a little road trip from central Florida so that's why. Looking forward to m...
by Misanthrope
Thu Dec 21, 2017 11:23 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Got Sacammed on a Vibe, now i have to live with it
Replies: 14
Views: 3199

Re: Got Sacammed on a Vibe, now i have to live with it

The price you paid isn't horrible actually. Since it appears to be mechanically sound, don't sweat it. After reading the reviews on vibes, I'm convinced that theses cars are little gems. Kind of like VW beetles, or old 80's Corollas. Proper maintenance and you'll get much useage. Hey, I actually let...
by Misanthrope
Thu Dec 21, 2017 11:15 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray
Replies: 13
Views: 2641

New member. 09 GT Manual Dark Gray

Hello members. Just bought an 09 GT Manual in I guess it's Slate gray? 48k miles. Unfortunately I got it at night and it's a little less than perfect but I've resolved most of the minor issues. I probably paid about 1k too much, but take full responsibility for it as it was a used car, and used car ...
by Misanthrope
Thu Dec 21, 2017 10:54 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Towing a little guy MyPod Trailer
Replies: 6
Views: 1766

Re: Towing a little guy MyPod Trailer

That is an amazing combo. Hope you enjoyed your travels. Love the color on both.