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by philndz
Fri Dec 31, 2004 11:56 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: XM antenna question
Replies: 3
Views: 739

Re: (Jahntassa)

expensive?
by philndz
Fri Dec 31, 2004 11:27 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: XM antenna question
Replies: 3
Views: 739

XM antenna question

I installed the commander in the vibe. It works but I assume i'll get better quality if i hook up the antenna relay module. Where can I get the adaptor to make the 2 connections needed, since the commander and vibe are different sizes.
by philndz
Wed Oct 06, 2004 3:08 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Bought a new car!!....a RACE car :)
Replies: 6
Views: 978

Re: Bought a new car!!....a RACE car :)

It's definately going to be autocrossed.....shame to ignore the vibe since its been sooo competitive so far and is really set up well....but eventually the miata will become a non-street legal track car....scca spec miata. and the vibe will be back running the cones.
by philndz
Tue Oct 05, 2004 4:22 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Bought a new car!!....a RACE car :)
Replies: 6
Views: 978

Bought a new car!!....a RACE car :)

I have made another addition to the garage. A 1992 Mazda Miata 5spd in limited edition sunburst yellow. The car has 115,000 miles, black interior with 3 month old black top, 15x7 Panasports with Kumho 712's, "S" package front and rear spoilers, Kirk Roll Bar with drivers side shoulder belt...
by philndz
Wed Sep 29, 2004 8:16 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: 2005 Vibe Body Kit PICTURES!!
Replies: 22
Views: 6094

Re: 2005 Vibe Body Kit PICTURES!! (FoxMarketingVibe)

Barf! Looks like a toy car to me. Are those sideskirts or friggin side step bars like on big trucks/SUVs?! Just an honest opinion.
by philndz
Wed Sep 29, 2004 8:10 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: 205 or 215?
Replies: 18
Views: 3118

Re: 205 or 215? (Mavrik)

Quote, originally posted by Mavrik »putting on different tires throws the wheel speed specs off, it will cause ABS problems, BUT.....225-50-16 won't throw anything off and won't affect ABS. Do it!
by philndz
Wed Sep 29, 2004 4:55 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: 205 or 215?
Replies: 18
Views: 3118

Re: 205 or 215? (Atomb)

Don't bother with either! Go 225-50-16...it fits and its the best choice. Same circumference as stock and puts more rubber on the road for better handling and safety.
by philndz
Thu Sep 23, 2004 7:28 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Click here for a FREE oil change - no kidding
Replies: 6
Views: 1678

Click here for a FREE oil change - no kidding

go to ebay motors, search for 'valvoline' and click the ad banner that comes up.....do it now b4 its gone!hope this hasn't already been posted-Phil
by philndz
Thu Sep 23, 2004 4:32 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: nice garage?
Replies: 15
Views: 2077

Re: nice garage? (Merzbow)

Quote, originally posted by Merzbow »If I had that kinda money, the only cars I would hav ebought would be the '60s Camaros and teh NSX, none of the rest are really appealing except the old truck and the Chevelle:)Merz, I gotta give you credit....you picked the best car of the bunch. NSX!
by philndz
Sun Sep 12, 2004 1:32 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: How To: Rewiring the fog-lamp switch the way YOU want it.
Replies: 45
Views: 32514

Re: How To: Rewiring the fog-lamp switch the way YOU want it. (Jahntassa)

Quote, originally posted by Jahntassa » I believe you want Pin 4 (Mike, please go through this and fix wherever I'm unclear!) Hmmnn....Which wire are we dealing w/ here. I tried a green/orange wire that looked like it could be "PIN 4" ? and it was the right hand turn signal. oops. Which w...
by philndz
Thu Aug 19, 2004 9:13 pm
Forum: The Track
Topic: i want to race my vibe!
Replies: 6
Views: 3354

Re: i want to race my vibe! (just rick)

Nope...My car is used for Autocross competition. Its on tarmac, and is similar to road-course racing. So my vibe is dialed in for use on hard ground w/ racing slicks.....no rallying for me
by philndz
Wed Aug 18, 2004 4:25 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: A few issues popped up: chassis creak + moonroof grinds
Replies: 3
Views: 831

Re: A few issues popped up: chassis creak + moonroof grinds (joatmon)

yeah...ive put two sets of springs on....hotchkis on currently....and have been for a few months. Im in the middle of moving house so in a week i'll have a chance to look at it more in depth.If i can't fix it i'll just deal w/ it...u dont hear it if the radio is playing so its not too bad.....i'll m...
by philndz
Tue Aug 17, 2004 4:40 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: A few issues popped up: chassis creak + moonroof grinds
Replies: 3
Views: 831

A few issues popped up: chassis creak + moonroof grinds

I have had a few issues pop up w/ the vibe this week.Firstly, the moonroof is making a grinding noise when in motion....works fine but is just a lot louder than it used to be. Lube it? Where?Second thing is that i have noticed a body moan when the car is uneven. For example when i pull out of my dri...
by philndz
Fri Aug 06, 2004 11:37 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: who has the highest mileage on a Vibe?
Replies: 5
Views: 1251

50,000 here.....since july '02
by philndz
Tue Aug 03, 2004 7:36 am
Forum: The Track
Topic: Double clutching?
Replies: 20
Views: 3287

I double clutch my downshifts....its something i do naturally w/o thinking about it....and it saves wear on the tranny so i dont mind that i do it. It does make for a very smooth ride so your passengers will appreciate it...no jerking as the gear gets placed b/c you have already matched the engine s...
by philndz
Fri Jul 30, 2004 9:55 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: CEL code: 0420 - Cat. Converter BAD ???
Replies: 7
Views: 2990

Re: CEL code: 0420 - Cat. Converter BAD ??? (joatmon)

I have the 100,000 mile extended warranty w/ a $100 deductable
by philndz
Fri Jul 30, 2004 9:37 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: CEL code: 0420 - Cat. Converter BAD ???
Replies: 7
Views: 2990

CEL code: 0420 - Cat. Converter BAD ???

The vibe has 50,000 miles on it now and it has started throwing up a CEL. 0420 means its reading a "CATALYST SYSTEM EFFICIENCY BELOW THRESHOLD (bank 1).Trouble areas are listed as:1) Gas leakage in exhaust system2) Heated Oxygen sensor3) Three-way catalytic converterThe system at AUTOZONE said ...
by philndz
Fri Jul 30, 2004 9:12 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: catalytic converter again?
Replies: 43
Views: 10354

Re: (pmh013)

Any news......has the CEL returned?I think i'm having a similar problem so i'm researching previous cases.-Phil
by philndz
Tue Jul 27, 2004 7:33 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Wheel Adaptors??
Replies: 0
Views: 371

Wheel Adaptors??

Anyone know of a place or website that I could get wheel adaptors (off the shelf - or custom made) ??I'm wanting to put my stock Vibe wheels on the new Volvo project car. I'm going to need to mount the 5x100 wheels onto a 5x108 pattern.
by philndz
Tue Jul 27, 2004 7:30 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Bought a new car
Replies: 6
Views: 1024

Re: Bought a new car (Stang2Vibe)

Quote, originally posted by Stang2Vibe » What is it exactly that you'd like to do for your career with this kind of education that you're persuing, if I might ask? This sounds pretty cool!It would probably be something real similar....running a shop or something like that....but I want the knowledg...
by philndz
Fri Jul 23, 2004 9:10 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Bought a new car
Replies: 6
Views: 1024

Re: Bought a new car (philndz)

heres a better one of the new volvo

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by philndz
Fri Jul 23, 2004 9:01 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Bought a new car
Replies: 6
Views: 1024

Bought a new car

Thats right....I bought a new car. Don't worry, the Vibe isn't going anywhere. I bought a tan colored 1989 Volvo 240 wagon. I studying for a business major at school but I want to mesh business w/ automotive as a career so i'm doing a self-study w/ the volvo. It's basically my educational tool. I'm ...
by philndz
Mon Jul 05, 2004 7:07 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: help me buy a car
Replies: 5
Views: 902

Re: (silverawd26)

hehe....i sold the camera to keep that ticket off my record and that was the first ticket i have ever had
by philndz
Mon Jul 05, 2004 6:52 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: help me buy a car
Replies: 5
Views: 902

Re: (silverawd26)

Quote, originally posted by silverawd26 »And as for updating your insurance policy, I would do it. Unless you are worried they might check yor driving record? nah...record is clean...i will certainly be putting rental compensation on from now on
by philndz
Mon Jul 05, 2004 6:22 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: help me buy a car
Replies: 5
Views: 902

Re: (silverawd26)

I don't remember what mine costs, but its a fair bit more than that. The main reason I don't have it is because I never updated my policy when I turned 18 3yrs ago. Before then it wasn't even an option b/c under 18 can't get a rental even if its third party paid. I probably should have updated the p...
by philndz
Mon Jul 05, 2004 4:39 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: help me buy a car
Replies: 5
Views: 902

nah...i simply do not have the rental compensation in my policy...it costs extra and i chose not to pay for it.surely there is some way i can do this...i have full coverage so i could jump in your vibe and be fully insured....so if a car w/o a policy cant be on the road then how would i legally even...
by philndz
Mon Jul 05, 2004 4:27 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: help me buy a car
Replies: 5
Views: 902

help me buy a car

Ok....bear w/ me...i know this is a little weird. I would like to buy a car. My car will be gone for two weeks+ for hail damage repair. I have no rental compensation on my insurance and im too young to rent myself. I could pay the rental fee for a someone over 25 and then borrow their vehicle while ...
by philndz
Sun Jul 04, 2004 4:56 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I hit a deer
Replies: 30
Views: 3226

smoked a cat a couple of nights ago.....no damage of course but i was suprised to see it fit under the mud flaps now that the vibe is 2inches lower. ps: nova....what did you buy?
by philndz
Tue Jun 29, 2004 8:59 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: engine fan over-ride mod
Replies: 12
Views: 1801

Re: engine fan over-ride mod (russ257)

Quote, originally posted by russ257 »do you really have problems with overheating?nope.....its just a quest to cool off as much as possible. (the reason most folks will pop the hood between runs)
by philndz
Mon Jun 28, 2004 3:08 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: engine fan over-ride mod
Replies: 12
Views: 1801

engine fan over-ride mod

I would like to make an engine fan over-ride switch so i can turn it on while the engine is turned off and the ignition is on so that i can cool the bay between autocross runs.ideas?
by philndz
Mon Jun 28, 2004 2:55 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive
Replies: 16
Views: 2415

Re: (shibaman)

i plan on getting the progress sway....twitchy is okay w/ me...the faster the car responds the happier i am
by philndz
Sun Jun 27, 2004 11:06 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive
Replies: 16
Views: 2415

Re: (shibaman)

fantastic....the hotchkis make the car way more predictable. it felt really really solid and responsive at the limit!
by philndz
Sun Jun 27, 2004 8:44 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive
Replies: 16
Views: 2415

Re: (shibaman)

sway bars are the next mod....and some race rubber for the trackthis tire size seems perfect on 7in rims
by philndz
Sat Jun 26, 2004 10:21 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive
Replies: 16
Views: 2415

Re: (goodvibe)

nope, no sway bar (YET)the hotchkis are slightly lower and handling is a very decent improvement.....all w/ very little change in ride quality!I'm very happy so far.....got a race tomorrow so we'll see how they do on the the track
by philndz
Fri Jun 25, 2004 3:33 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive
Replies: 16
Views: 2415

Re: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive (joatmon)

Had a buddy come out and look at it.....the shop missed the washer on the top of the bump stops.....a very important part....i knew i couldn't have missed anything....ive done this install too many times. i'll be there tomorrow morning for them to rectify the situation.
by philndz
Fri Jun 25, 2004 12:35 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive
Replies: 16
Views: 2415

Re: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive (joatmon)

ok...thats good to hear.....the other thing i noticed is that the top of the strut actually makes contact w/ the plastic from the trunk in a few places....its even got plastic filings all over the top of the strut now from rubbing....even though ive only driven a mile!!
by philndz
Fri Jun 25, 2004 10:12 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive
Replies: 16
Views: 2415

Re: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive (philndz)

b/c mine seems to move toward the top of the car (into the trunk) when i push down on the suspension
by philndz
Fri Jun 25, 2004 10:11 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive
Replies: 16
Views: 2415

I need someones help.....my car might not be safe to drive

I have an issue....I just switched my eibach pro kit springs and replaced them w/ hotchkis springs.now its loud when i drive down the road.if you look inside the trunk there is two small hatch openings that can be popped out and it lets you have access to the top bolt on the rear struts. somebody pl...
by philndz
Thu Jun 10, 2004 10:58 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New lights
Replies: 27
Views: 3622

Re: (ragingfish)

nah....i used a metal hanger.....tis easy!
by philndz
Thu Jun 10, 2004 3:15 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New lights
Replies: 27
Views: 3622

Re: (ragingfish)

Quote, originally posted by ragingfish »The project seemed to difficult for my skills...perhaps will undertake it when i have more skilled hands available to assist me...WHAT!!??I just made my lights permanent today actually.....mounted a switch in the dash and everything....looks factory!Your skil...
by philndz
Thu Jun 10, 2004 4:22 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New lights
Replies: 27
Views: 3622

Re: (silverawd26)

Quote, originally posted by silverawd26 »I do like how Phil moved his to the lower grille area on the inside of the factory fogs. Yup....I moved them
by philndz
Tue Jun 08, 2004 12:40 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Air Conditioning
Replies: 23
Views: 4743

Re: (ragingfish)

IT DOES SUCK.....AND THATS THE WAY IT IS TO GET USED TO ITBUT....its not too bad...i mean you wont get it really cold unless your doing fast highway speeds (More air-cooling + more RPM's to help run the a/c compressor and a long enough drive to actually fill the cabin w/ cool air) but just around to...
by philndz
Sun Jun 06, 2004 11:50 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: NSX fans
Replies: 17
Views: 1623

Re: NSX fans (Merzbow)

my attainable dream car
by philndz
Sat Jun 05, 2004 1:49 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: Vibe of the Month.
Replies: 64
Views: 16252

Re: Vibe of the Month.

Just showing off
by philndz
Fri Jun 04, 2004 12:41 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: Vibe of the Month.
Replies: 64
Views: 16252

Re: Vibe of the Month. (savedbyzero)

I can't compete w/ the big dogs here but heres my vote.....could be a little biased
by philndz
Thu May 27, 2004 6:18 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Hail Damage all over my Vibe....advice?
Replies: 13
Views: 2136

good news....my deductable turns out to be only $100!! Insurance co. took a look at the car today and it needs work on almost all panels and requires a new hood!The bad news is that the entire interior will need to be stripped in order for the rods to be inserted from the inside. The car would never...
by philndz
Tue May 25, 2004 6:51 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Hail Damage all over my Vibe....advice?
Replies: 13
Views: 2136

Re: Hail Damage all over my Vibe....advice? (maxx4me)

Quote, originally posted by maxx4me »Let the hot, direct sun bake the car for a few days. The sun will take out most of the damage. I'm hoping you have not put in any other claims recently, since they view hail damage and the like as "nickle and diming" them. Hot Sun....thanks...i'll give...
by philndz
Tue May 25, 2004 6:24 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Hail Damage all over my Vibe....advice?
Replies: 13
Views: 2136

Hail Damage all over my Vibe....advice?

The Vibe just got pummelled while I was at work.....hood, roof and top of trunk...and side fenders are toast....any advice or tips from past experience. This will be my first real insurance claim so its all new to me. I think I have $500 deductable -Phil
by philndz
Mon May 24, 2004 6:57 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: someone on ebay had the gall to call our vibes s**tty!
Replies: 21
Views: 2291

Ha...you guys crack me up...nice work!